3 Things The Catch Up: Justice Surya Kant takes oath as 53rd CJI (24 Nov)
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Nov 24, 2025 Justice Surya Kanta takes his oath as the 53rd Chief Justice, vowing to tackle judicial backlogs. A tragic bus collision in Tamil Nadu raises serious safety concerns as casualties mount. Pakistan sharply criticizes Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's remarks, labeling them as aggressive. In Peshawar, a coordinated attack on the Frontier Constabulary results in significant loss of life. Meanwhile, the U.S. government disbands the controversial DOGE agency, marking a significant shift in policy.
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New Chief Justice Prioritises Case Clearance
- Justice Surya Kanta was sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India and will serve until 9 February 2027.
- He prioritised clearing judicial arrears as his foremost objective upon taking office.
Deadly Bus Collision In Tenkasi
- Two passenger buses collided in Tamil Nadu's Tenkasi district, killing six people including a child.
- Around 55 passengers were aboard and many suffered fractures and head injuries, prompting emergency response and an investigation.
Crash Highlights Road Safety Concerns
- The Tenkasi crash raised renewed concerns about route safety and speeding on busy inter-district routes.
- Authorities initiated an investigation to determine the cause and address safety lapses.