NEW DELHI: For the first time, Supreme Court on Wednesday assembled a global bench as chief justices and the most senior judges of six countries joined CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi to watch first-hand how the highest court in India conducts its proceedings.Chief justices and judges from foreign countries sitting as guests on the dais in the CJI’s courtroom is an old tradition. But never had the chief justices of so many countries partnered – even though they did not participate in adjudication – the CJI-led bench.On the bench were Chief Justice of Bhutan Lyonpo Norbu Tshering, who did his LLB from Delhi University’s Campus Law Centre, Chief Justice and President of Kenyan Supreme Court Martha Koome, Mauritius Chief Justice Bibi Rehana Mungly-Gulbul, Sri Lankan Chief Justice P Padman Surasena, most senior judge of Malaysian Federal Court Justice Tan Sri Datuk Nallini Pathmanathan and most senior judge of Nepal Supreme Court Justice Sapana Pradhan Malla.After proceedings that included adjudication of bail to an academician accused of sexual harassment and the Andhra Pradesh liquor case, CJI Kant said it was a historic moment for Supreme Court of India to witness assembling of so many legal luminaries. Solicitor general Tushar Mehta welcomed them on behalf of govt and senior advocates Kapil Sibal and Rakesh Dwivedi extended courtesies on behalf of advocates.CJ Koome said the Kenyan SC looked up to the constitutional interpretations of the Indian SC. CJ Tshering said the basic structure doctrine evolved by the SC of India continued to be a guiding principle. “I have never seen so many advocates in a courtroom,” he added.CJ Surasena said while Supreme Court at Madras was established in 1800, the Sri lankan SC was set up in 1801, and since then, the two countries have followed the same legal system. Justice Malla said she was privileged to be part of the global bench and her Malaysian counterpart, Justice Pathmanathan, said her country’s highest court followed rulings and fundamentals of jurisprudence developed by the SC.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos“Being Examined”: MEA On Dhaka’S Request To Extradite Sheikh Hasina”There Was No Fear on His Face”: Survivor Recounts Trauma of Mumbai 26/11 AttacksPakistan On Edge As Imran Khan’s Sisters Assaulted At Jail And Social Media Fuels Death Speculation’Spur Of The Moment’: Former CJI Gavai Reacts To Shoe-Attack Attempt, Reveals Why He Took No Action’No Amount of Denial’ Will Change Arunachal’s Status: India’s BOLD Response To China Over Border Row’No Moral Standing’: India Slams Pakistan’s Rant On Ayodhya Event, Calls Out Bigotry And RepressionKhawaja Asif Admits Pakistan Can’t Trust Taliban As Deadly Border Strikes Trigger New FlashpointFormer CJI B.R. Gavai Clarifies He Never Faced Political Or Executive Pressure During His Tenure“India Matters To Safran,” Ceo Oliver Andriès Highlights Partnership At New Mro Facility LaunchKorean Lawmaker Highlights Ancient Ties, Calling Ayodhya A Symbolic Bridge Between Two Nations123Photostories5 rare animals in India that are nature’s best-kept secretsTop doctor shares 4 reasons to prioritize fiber for longevitySonam Kapoor to Janhvi Kapoor: Celeb-inspired contrasting lehenga-choli combinations for the stylish ‘Dulhe Ki Behen’Mahesh Babu proves effortless charm as a timeless superstar commanding hearts on screen and ruling box office successThis Indian rice dish is among the 50 Best Rice Dishes in the worldBollywood actors who turned Hollywood roles into global stardomDipika Kakar gets emotional after visiting Ajmer Sharif Dargah with Shoaib Ibrahim and son; says ‘Jab Ruhaan NICU mein tha tab maine mannat maangi thi’Harvard trained Gastroenterologist lists 6 best seeds for different health problemsThanksgiving 2025: 10 décor ideas you won’t cost you anything5 kings with the longest reigns in history, and how they are shining examples of a lasting legacy123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayNew Labour CodeCyclone SenyarGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingGianis AntetokounmpoAyesha CurryJosh Jacobs InjuryOmarion Hampton InjuryStefon DiggsNHL Trade RumorsCharlie McAvoyIShowSpeedSteveWillDoIt ControversyCandace Owens
NEW DELHI: For the first time, Supreme Court on Wednesday assembled a global bench as chief justices and the most senior judges of six countries joined CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi to watch first-hand how the highest court in India conducts its proceedings.Chief justices and judges from foreign countries sitting as guests on the dais in the CJI’s courtroom is an old tradition. But never had the chief justices of so many countries partnered – even though they did not participate in adjudication – the CJI-led bench.On the bench were Chief Justice of Bhutan Lyonpo Norbu Tshering, who did his LLB from Delhi University’s Campus Law Centre, Chief Justice and President of Kenyan Supreme Court Martha Koome, Mauritius Chief Justice Bibi Rehana Mungly-Gulbul, Sri Lankan Chief Justice P Padman Surasena, most senior judge of Malaysian Federal Court Justice Tan Sri Datuk Nallini Pathmanathan and most senior judge of Nepal Supreme Court Justice Sapana Pradhan Malla.After proceedings that included adjudication of bail to an academician accused of sexual harassment and the Andhra Pradesh liquor case, CJI Kant said it was a historic moment for Supreme Court of India to witness assembling of so many legal luminaries. Solicitor general Tushar Mehta welcomed them on behalf of govt and senior advocates Kapil Sibal and Rakesh Dwivedi extended courtesies on behalf of advocates.CJ Koome said the Kenyan SC looked up to the constitutional interpretations of the Indian SC. CJ Tshering said the basic structure doctrine evolved by the SC of India continued to be a guiding principle. “I have never seen so many advocates in a courtroom,” he added.CJ Surasena said while Supreme Court at Madras was established in 1800, the Sri lankan SC was set up in 1801, and since then, the two countries have followed the same legal system. Justice Malla said she was privileged to be part of the global bench and her Malaysian counterpart, Justice Pathmanathan, said her country’s highest court followed rulings and fundamentals of jurisprudence developed by the SC.
