Landmark judgments follow new CJI's assumption of office

A look at some major judgments by Chief Justice T S Thakur and Justice J S Khehar

January 4 marks a historic day for the nation, as the President swears in the 44th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Once appointed, Justice Jagdish Singh Khehar will become the first Sikh Chief Justice of India, taking over from the former Chief Justice Tirath Singh Thakur who completed his 13-month tenure on January 3.

According to Manish Tiwari, senior advocate, Supreme Court, the tradition of leading the apex court with distinction, which was a hallmark of former Chief Justice T S Thakur, will surely continue under the able guidance and vision of the enigmatic Justice J S Khehar.

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