Tracking the shifting sands of judicial appointments, retirements, and Collegium recommendations for the Supreme Court and High Courts.
June 2024: A Month of Judicial Shuffles
As summer unfolded, so did a series of significant changes within the Indian judiciary. Despite the Supreme Court’s vacation starting on May 20, 2024, there was no shortage of activity in the High Courts.
Supreme Court:
- Collegium Pause: The Supreme Court Collegium took a break in June, aligning with the court’s summer recess.
- Retirement Alert: The Supreme Court saw its strength dip to 32 judges following the retirement of Justice A.S. Bopanna on May 18, 2024. The sanctioned capacity remains 34 judges.
High Courts:
- Gauhati High Court: Welcomed Justice Susmita Phukan Khaund and Justice Mitali Thakuria as Permanent Judges.
- Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court: Justice Rajesh Sekhri continues his term as an Additional Judge for another year, starting July 29, 2024.
The judicial landscape remains dynamic, with each appointment and retirement reshaping the courts’ composition. Stay tuned for more updates as we navigate through the year.
