Justice Sanjiv Khanna appointed as next Chief Justice of India

Who is Justice Sanjiv Khanna, India's Next Chief Justice

Justice Sanjiv Khanna has been appointed as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI). His tenure is set to commence from November 11, 2024. The announcement was made by the Union Ministry of Law and Justice, marking a pivotal moment in the history of the Indian judiciary. Justice Khanna will be the 51st CJI and will serve for approximately six months until his retirement on May 13, 2025. Oct 25, 2024
Lady Justice in SC library now holds a Constitution with open eyes

New wave statue of Lady Justice graces SC library, embracing Constitution

The statue of Lady Justice in the judges' library of the Supreme Court of India has undergone a transformation. The statue, which has long been a symbol of justice, now holds a copy of the Indian Constitution in place of a sword, and the blindfold, traditionally worn to signify impartiality, has been removed. Oct 17, 2024