Potential for long-term conservative control of the Supreme Court under a second term for President Trump causes concern.

Supreme Court further asked the petitioner if they think judges are so weak that Lokayukta can influence judicial outcomes.

The SCBA has criticised recent changes to the Supreme Court emblem and the statue of Lady Justice, saying traditional features such as blindfolds and swords are missing. The association seeks consultation before making further changes to important fairness indicators.

The SCBA said it unanimously opposes the proposed museum in the high security zone and pressed the demand for a library and a cafe cum lounge.

Justice Sanjiv Khanna is currently the seniormost judge in the apex court after CJI DY Chandrachud. Khanna also served as a judge in the Delhi High Court for 14 years before his elevation to the top court of the country.

Justice Sanjiv Khanna appointed as 51st Chief Justice of India, to take oath on November 11, 2024.

He will take oath on November 11, a day after incumbent Justice DY Chandrachud demits office on attaining the age of 65.

Justice Khanna was elevated as an additional judge of the Delhi high court in 2005 and was made a permanent judge in 2006. He was elevated as a judge of the Supreme Court on January 18, 2019.