On May 15, 2026, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, presiding over a Supreme Court bench, described unemployed young Indians as ‘like cockroaches’ who, failing to find jobs, turn to social media, journalism, and RTI activism to ‘attack the system.’ He called such individuals ‘parasites of society.’ These were not words spoken by a politician at an election rally or by a television anchor in prime-time fury. They were spoken, on the record, by the occupant of the highest judicial office in the Republic of India, the officer constitutionally charged with being the final guardian of every citizen’s dignity.

Petitions Against Cockroach Janta Party: 'Don't Be Sentimental,' Says CJI 

On May 15, 2026, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, presiding over a Supreme Court bench, described unemployed young Indians as ‘like cockroaches’ who, failing to find jobs, turn to social media, journalism, and RTI activism to ‘attack the system.’ He called such individuals ‘parasites of society.’ These were not words spoken by a politician at an election rally or by a television anchor in prime-time fury. They were spoken, on the record, by the occupant of the highest judicial office in the Republic of India, the officer constitutionally charged with being the final guardian of every citizen’s dignity.



CJI Referred to Youngsters as Cockroaches During a Hearing

BREAKING: Justice Surya Kant Appointed As 53rd Chief Justice Of India

On Sunday, the CJI visited Chikitsak Samuh Shirodkar School in Girgaon, reminiscing about his childhood memories. Having studied from primary to secondary levels at this very institution, he expressed deep gratitude to the teachers who shaped his early life.

Studying in mother tongue helps in better understanding, instils values: CJI Gavai says amid rising language politics

India News: Justice Trivedi was elevated as a judge of the Supreme Court on August 31, 2021, when a record nine new judges, including three women, were administered the oath of office.

Chief Justice BR Gavai criticises SC Bar on not holding farewell for Justice Bela Trivedi

Justice Gavai is slated to take oath on May 14, following the retirement of CJI Khanna on May 13. He will be the chief justice of India for about six months as his retirement is due in November 2025. India news

Who is Justice BR Gavai? Supreme Court judge set to take oath as next Chief Justice of India on May 14

Justice Yashwant Varma has been transferred from the Delhi High Court to the Allahabad High Court following allegations of cash being found at his residence. The Supreme Court, which recommended the transfer, clarified that it is not connected to the ongoing investigation into the cash recovery.

Centre notifies transfer of Justice Yashwant Varma to Allahabad High Court

The row over the alleged cash pile at Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma's residence has taken a new turn. The Supreme Court of India has released an inquiry report, photographs, and videos as part of an internal investigation. The CJI  has directed Justice Varma to preserve call records amid an ongoing legal matter. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has ordered Justice Varma’s repatriation to the Allahabad High Court. Watch this report for more details!

Burnt cash row: Supreme court orders to repatriate Justice Varma to Allahabad

The alleged discovery of multiple sacks containing half-burnt currency notes from a storeroom on the premises has raised further questions. The materials, published as part of a transparency initiative, will be examined by a three-member committee constituted by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna.

CJI seeks security details after burnt cash found at Delhi HC judge’s home

The row over the alleged cash pile at Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma's residence has taken a new turn. The Supreme Court of India has released an inquiry report, photographs, and videos as part of an internal investigation by Delhi High Court Chief Justice DK Upadhayay. Watch this report for more details!

Judge cash row: Sanitation workers claim that they found burnt notes, investigation underway

CJI Sanjiv Khanna has formed a three-member committee to look into allegations against Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma that a huge pile of cash was found at his house in the national capital. Supreme Court released an internal inquiry report by the High Court. Meanwhile, Justice Varma alleges conspiracy to defame him. Watch this report for more details!

CJI Sanjiv Khanna forms three-judge panel for further investigation

CJI Sanjiv Khanna has formed a three-member committee to look into allegations against Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma that a huge pile of cash was found at his house in the national capital. Supreme Court released an internal inquiry report by the High Court. Watch this report for more details!

Supreme Court makes internal inquiry report on justice Varma public

CJI Sanjiv Khanna has formed a three-member committee to look into allegations against Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma that a huge pile of cash was found at his house in the national capital. Watch this report for more details!

Supreme Court forms panel to probe allegations against judge in cash pile case

Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna has launched an inquiry into Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma after large amounts of cash were reportedly found at his residence in the Capital. The controversy has sparked an outcry in Parliament, with calls for accountability. Watch this report for more details!

India: CJI Sanjiv Khanna to decide on inquiry panel against Delhi HC judge justice Varma

India’s Supreme Court, led by the Chief Justice, expressed frustration over the surge of fresh pleas in the Places of Worship Act case and refused to entertain any new petitions. The court emphasized that the issue has been sufficiently addressed.

India’s top court rejects fresh pleas on worship case surge

Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India, succeeds DY Chandrachud. Unlike Chandrachud’s two-year term, Khanna is set to hold the post for six months. During his tenure, Khanna will hear key judgments like Google's antitrust issues and marital rape. Justice Sanjiv Khanna was elevated as Supreme Court judge in January 2019. Watch to know more!

India: Justice Sanjiv Khanna Takes Oath As 51st Chief Justice Of India | WION Originals

Justice Sanjiv Khanna swears in as the 51st Chief Justice of India (CJI) on Monday in an official ceremony presided over by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Justice Sanjiv Khanna succeeds DY Chandrachud, takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India

Justice Sanjiv Khanna swears in as the 51st Chief Justice of India (CJI) on Monday in an official ceremony presided over by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Justice Khanna succeeds Justice DY Chandrachud, who retired on November 10 after a distinguished two-year tenure. Watch in for more details!

India: Justice Sanjiv Khanna Takes Oath As New Chief Justice Of India

Justice Sanjiv Khanna was on Thursday appointed the 51st Chief Justice of India. He will take oath on November 11, a day after incumbent Justice D Y Chandrachud demits office on November 10 upon attaining the age of 65.

Justice Sanjiv Khanna appointed as 51st Chief Justice of India, will take oath on Nov 11

DY Chandrachud officially named Justice Sanjiv Khanna as his successor on Thursday (Oct 18). Khanna is the second-most senior judge of the Supreme Court of India. CJI Chandrachud nominated Khanna in a letter written to the Union Law Minister.

CJI Chandrachud Proposes Justice Sanjiv Khanna As Successor

Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud was not impressed when a petitioner used an informal tone while addressing him during a Supreme Court hearing on Monday (Sep 30).

Chief Justice of India irked by use of 'yeah, yeah' in court, scolds petitioner, 'This is not a coffee shop'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today reached Chief Justice DY Chandrachud's home to take part in the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. In a video, the chief justice and his wife are seen welcoming PM Modi to their residence.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: PM Modi performs Ganapati puja at CJI's residence

While hearing the tragic Kolkata doctor rape-murder case, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, on Tuesday, referred to the Aruna Shanbaug incident. He said that due to ingrained patriarchal biases in the nation, women doctors are targeted at an increasing pace as women join the workplace and that India cannot wait for another rape to bring some real changes on the ground.

What is the Aruna Shanbaug case that Chief justice of India cited during Kolkata horror case hearing?

India's top court witnessed dramatic exchanges between a Lucknow-based lawyer and the Chief Justice of India on Tuesday (Jul 9) after the former lodged a complaint against another Supreme Court judge before the latter.

Lawyer lodges complaint against SC judge before the CJI, gets stern warning

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