Supreme Court bans oral requests for urgent case hearings under new Chief Justice Khanna

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna announced on November 12, 2024, that lawyers can no longer make oral requests for urgent case hearings. Instead, they must submit requests via email or written letters, stating the reasons for urgency. Justice Khanna, who recently took office, emphasized the need for judicial reforms to ensure equal access to justice for all citizens. He aims to address challenges like case backlogs and complex legal processes. The new Chief Justice plans to make the judiciary more user-friendly and efficient. He highlighted the importance of clear judgments and promoting mediation to resolve disputes quickly.