Analysis

DESK BRIEF: Since 1950, a Chief Justice has dissented all of 13 times in a Constitution Bench case

During his four-year tenure at the Supreme Court, Justice Bhat has authored judgements in crucial constitution bench cases

Justice Bhat retires after a four-year tenure with 142 judgements to his name

The innovation let prisoners who weren't adequately represented appear in Court through video conferencing. Can it be replicated elsewhere?

The Court directed the Union and state governments to ensure that queer persons are protected from violence and discrimination

Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal asserts PMLA decision is unconstitutional. Bench to hear the case in November

The Supreme Court must take into account both structural and practical issues that cause delays at every stage of the bail process

The Chief's 3-judge bench held that with no danger to mother and no foetal abnormalities, termination cannot be permitted beyond 24 weeks