Supreme Court Bar Association files criminal contempt plea against Sanjay Raut and Nikhil WagleThe bar body acted with Attorney General R Venkataramani's approval after comments followed the Chief Justice of India declining a meeting with Opposition leaders.16 October 2026
CJI Surya Kant steps in to secure release of lawyers detained in Delhi protestThe Chief Justice of India spoke to officials from out of town after the Supreme Court Bar Association flagged allegations of police action.10 October 2026
CJI Surya Kant sets up national panel for judicial mental health and stressThe five-member committee will address burnout and heavy workloads across Indian courts as bar leaders seek intervention over detained protesters.10 October 2026
