Introduction In a landmark decision emphasising the division between civil issues and criminal charges, the Supreme Court acquitted an individual of all criminal accusations  related to an enduring family property conflict in Kolkata’s Salt Lake region. The Court determined that the claims, even if taken literally, did not reveal the necessary components of the alleged offences and that the criminal proceedings were improperly used to cast a civil issue in a criminal light. The ruling...

Introduction CJI Surya Kant's Constitution Day address presented an ambitious vision for India's judiciary, striking a balance between uniformity, inclusiveness, and innovation. His call for a national judicial strategy, emphasis on mediation, fair incorporation of technology, and prioritization of international cooperation collectively reflect a modern, cohesive view for delivering justice. President Droupadi Murmu’s remarks highlighted the importance of inclusivity by stressing the...

Introduction Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has strongly dismissed the enduring notion that encouraging mediation undermines the judicial system, describing this perspective as “unacceptable” in the current scenario. Addressing a celebration event held by the Bar Council of India in his recognition, the CJI stressed that mediation should be seen as a fundamental and empowering part of the justice delivery system, rather than a substitute arising from judicial shortcomings. Global...