CJI Khanna reinforces administrative control over Supreme Court case listings

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has firmly stated that case listings in the Supreme Court will not allow oral mentions from lawyers. He emphasized that all requests will be reviewed through emails, with decisions made solely on administrative grounds. This approach marks a shift from previous practices where lawyers could seek direct mentions. Khanna's stance aims to uphold the established norms of case allocation, which have faced scrutiny in the past for perceived favoritism. The issue of case assignment has been contentious, with past Chief Justices also facing criticism. Khanna's firm position reflects an effort to maintain a structured and impartial process in the judiciary.