A Call to Return to Continuous Hearings The Supreme Court of India, in a recent order, has directed all High Courts to explore mechanisms...

The Supreme Court in State Bank of India v. Ramadhar Sao (2025) reaffirmed that judicial review in disciplinary proceedings is limited to correcting legal or procedural errors, not re-evaluating evidence. Setting aside Patna High Court’s orders, the Court restored SBI’s penalty of removal with superannuation benefits, stressing that corruption cannot be excused even at lower levels of employment.

SC rules absconding isn't proof of guilt but is relevant conduct under Section 8 of the Evidence Act if unexplained.

Review petitions filed challenging India's 3-year Bar practice rule for judicial service, citing fairness and constitutional issues.

Supreme Court slams lawyers for chaotic, out-of-turn submissions—warning such conduct harms clients more than it helps.