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Analysis
Supreme Court’s evolving role in mitigating Delhi’s air pollution crisis
With improving air quality, the top court is shifting focus from damage control to long-term sustainability
Analysis
Monthly Review: November 2024
The month was eventful with CJI D.Y. Chandrachud passing the baton to Sanjiv Khanna and the Court delivering several landmark rulings
Hearing Reports
Altering Rules on Appointment to Public Posts | Judgement Summary
A five-judge bench affirmed that changing rules of public recruitment midway through the process violates constitutional rights
Analysis
Gaps in GRAP: SC pushes for accountability and action
Judicial scrutiny of the pollution crisis highlights systemic failures, poor coordination, & the challenges in enforcing emergency measures
Analysis
“No earnest effort to implement…”: SC cracks down on negligence amid Delhi’s pollution crisis
A Division Bench bench flagged GRAP violations in Delhi, questioning police and state inaction as pollution continues to choke the capital
Analysis
Delhi pollution crisis: Can the Supreme Court clear the air?
A Division Bench appointed 13 advocates as Court Commissioners to ensure compliance with the ban on trucks at Delhi checkpoints
Analysis
Perception and direction: The public engagements of Chief Justice Chandrachud
His frequent public appearances and charismatic personality invited unprecedented attention to an opaque institution
Analysis
Monthly Review: October 2024
October was an active month at the top court with two Constitution Bench decisions and critical Division Bench hearings on personal liberty
Analysis
“Different people with diverse views will continue the institution”: CJI DY Chandrachud retires
As CJI DY Chandrachud retires from the top court, a Ceremonial Bench gathered to bid him farewell