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Justice Tashi Rabstan, 37th Chief Justice of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court, retires

SC Collegium modified its proposal to recommend Justice Rabstan as Chief Justice of his parent High Court of J&K and Ladakh and he took oath of office on 27-9-2024.

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Know Thy Newly Appointed Supreme Court Judge: Justice Joymalya Bagchi

Justice Joymalya Bagchi formerly serving as Judge of Calcutta High Court was appointed to the Supreme Court on 10-3-2025 and is in line to become the CJI in 2031.

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Know Thy Judge | Supreme Court of India: Justice Nongmeikapam Kotiswar Singh

Justice N. Kotiswar Singh was serving as the Chief Justice of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court, prior to being elevated as Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 18-7-2024.

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Know Thy Judge | Justice Surya Kant: Journey from bustling town of Hisar to the Supreme Court of India

Justice Surya Kant embarked on a remarkable journey that saw him rise from humble beginnings to being the Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court and ultimately the Judge of the Supreme Court of India.

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Know Thy Judge| Supreme Court of India: Justice Dipankar Datta

Justice Dipankar Datta served as a Judge in the Calcutta High Court, and as Chief Justice of Bombay High Court, prior to being sworn in as Supreme Court Judge on 12-12-2022.

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Crafting a Lasting Legacy in ADR and Legal Aid, Justice Hrishikesh Roy, retires

Justice Hrishikesh Roy is known for his notable contributions to the causes of alternative dispute settlement and legal aid.

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Justice Chakradhari Sharan Singh, the 34th Chief Justice of Orissa High Court, retires after a tenure of 11 months

Justice Chakradhari Sharan Singh, who is retiring on 19-1-2025, was recommended as Chief Justice of Orissa High Court on 02-11-2023 and took charge of office on 07-02-2024.

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Know Thy Judge | Supreme Court of India: Justice Sandeep Mehta

Justice Sandeep Mehta, formerly the Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court, took oath of office as Judge of Supreme Court of India on 9-11-2023 and will be retiring on 10-01-2028.

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Justice C.T. Ravikumar retires; the Judicial Odyssey of a Zoology graduate to the Supreme Court of India

Justice C.T. Ravikumar’s journey from a young graduate in Zoology to a distinguished judge of the Supreme Court exemplifies his dedication, passion, and exceptional legal prowess and serves as an inspiration for aspiring legal professionals.

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Know Thy Judge | Justice Nitin Madhukar Jamdar — 39th Chief Justice of Kerala High Court

On 26-09-2024, Justice Jamdar was elevated as the Chief Justice of the High Court of Kerala. His journey from Solapur to this esteemed position reflects a lifelong commitment to justice, innovation, and public service.

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Know Thy Judge | Justice Satish Chandra Sharma – Supreme Court of India

Following a meticulous assessment of the qualifications, integrity, capabilities and giving due consideration to a range of factors, the President appointed Justice Satish Chandra Sharma as Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 09-11-2023.

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In Memoriam: Late Justice Kuldip Singh, the Green Judge of India

Earning the moniker of “Green Judge”, Late Justice Kuldip Singh played a monumental role in building the foundations of Environmental Jurisprudence in India.

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Know Thy Judge | Justice Suresh Kumar Kait — 28th Chief Justice of the Madhya Pradesh High Court

From his leadership roles during his student days to his significant contributions as an advocate and judge, Justice Suresh Kumar Kait’s journey serves as an inspiration for aspiring legal professionals, especially those from humble beginnings.

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Know Thy Judge | Supreme Court of India: Justice B.R. Gavai

Recapitulating the career trajectory of eminent Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Justice B.R Gavai, who is in line to become only the second Chief Justice of India belonging to Scheduled Caste category after Justice K.G. Balakrishnan.

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7th Chief Justice of Manipur High Court, Justice Siddharth Mridul, retires after a tenure of 13 months

Justice Siddharth Mridul started his legal career in 1986 from Delhi High Court and for 37 years served his parent High Court in the capacity of an Advocate and then a Judge. In October 2023, Justice Mridul took charge as the 7th Chief Justice of Manipur High Court.

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50th Chief Justice of India Dr D.Y. Chandrachud Retires

Great expectations followed Dr Justice DY Chandrachud when he was elevated to the post of Chief Justice. As he retires, we take a look at his extensive tenure of 8 years in the Supreme Court, with 2 years being the 50th Chief Justice of India.

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Know Thy Judge | Justice Tashi Rabstan, 37th Chief Justice of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court

Justice Tashi Rabstan was earlier recommended to be appointed as Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court; however, the SC Collegium modified its proposal to recommend him as Chief Justice of his parent High Court of J&K and Ladakh.

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Justice BV Nagarathna: Igniting Hope for the First Ever Woman Chief Justice of India

Justice B. V Nagarathna who is currently serving as a Judge of Supreme Court of India, formerly served as a Judge of Karnataka High Court until her elevation to the Supreme Court. Justice Nagarathna is also the potential contender for the first ever woman Chief Justice of India.

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Justice K.S Puttaswamy, a dedicated champion of Privacy Rights in India, passes away

Late Justice K.S. Puttaswamy played a crucial role in the recognition of the Right to Privacy as a fundamental right.

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Himachal Pradesh High Court bids adieu to Justice Rajiv Shakdher after a brief tenure of 24 days as its 29th Chief Justice

Justice Rajiv Shakdher’s distinguished career spans several decades of dedicated service to the legal profession and the judiciary. His expertise in commercial, corporate, and taxation law, combined with his administrative experience, has earned him a reputation as a forward-thinking and capable Judge.