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Two more judges sworn in at Madras High Court increasing its working strength to 67
India🏛️ PoliticsConservativeOverlooked by progressives7 hr. ago

Two more judges sworn in at Madras High Court increasing its working strength to 67

Two new judges, Justice D. Lingeswaran and Justice B. Karthikeyan, were sworn in at the Madras High Court on October 15, 2026, increasing the court's working strength to 67 judges. They were elevated from the district judiciary, having both joined the legal system in January 2014. The Madras High Court currently has a sanctioned strength of 75 judges, with 56 being permanent and the remaining serving as additional judges for fixed terms. Advocate General Vijay Narayan introduced the new judges during the swearing-in ceremony, highlighting their backgrounds and prior service in various districts across Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Nadu police have permitted Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) centenary celebrations to proceed in 128 locations across the state. This decision comes after the Madras High Court raised questions about the frequent restrictions placed on RSS rallies in Tamil Nadu. The court's inquiry into the nature of these restrictions followed concerns over the handling of public gatherings involving the RSS, a prominent Hindu nationalist organisation. The move by the police reflects a shift in approach following judicial scrutiny. The Madras High Court recently expanded its bench with the swearing-in of two new judges, elevating the total number of working judges to 67. Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari presided over the ceremony on October 15, 2026, administering oaths to Justices D. Lingeswaran and B. Karthikeyan. Justice Lingeswaran, originally from Radhapuram Taluk in Tirunelveli district, joined the district judiciary in January 2014. Justice Karthikeyan, from Thanjavur district, also became a district judge in the same year. Both had served in multiple districts before being elevated to the High Court. The expansion of the court’s bench may influence future rulings on cases related to public gatherings and political activities in the state.

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The Hindu logoThe HinduIndependentCenterFactual 100Objective 10015 hr. ago
Two more judges sworn in at Madras High Court increasing its working strength to 67

Two new judges, Justice D. Lingeswaran and Justice B. Karthikeyan, were sworn in at the Madras High Court on October 15, 2026, increasing the court's working strength to 67 judges. They were elevated from the district judiciary, having both joined the legal system in January 2014. The Madras High Court currently has a sanctioned strength of 75 judges, with 56 being permanent and the remaining serving as additional judges for fixed terms. Advocate General Vijay Narayan introduced the new judges during the swearing-in ceremony, highlighting their backgrounds and prior service in various districts across Tamil Nadu.

Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual account of judicial appointments without overtly favoring any political perspective. It focuses on procedural details and biographical information about the newly appointed judges, avoiding commentary or framing that would indicate a political bias.

Why factuality (100): This article provides detailed and specific information about the swearing-in of two new judges at the Madras High Court, including names, dates, and backgrounds of the judges. The details are consistent with what would be expected in a reputable news outlet covering such an event.

Why objectivity (100): The article maintains a completely neutral tone throughout, presenting facts without any subjective commentary or bias. It objectively describes the event and provides relevant biographical details of the newly appointed judges.

NDTV logoNDTVParty-alignedConservativeFactual: no official source document/info detectedObjective 857 hr. ago
Tamil Nadu Cops To Allow RSS Centenary Rallies In 128 Locations

Tamil Nadu police have decided to allow the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a Hindu nationalist organization, to hold centenary celebrations in 128 locations across the state. This decision comes after the Madras High Court raised concerns about the frequent restrictions placed on RSS rallies in Tamil Nadu.

Bias read (Conservative): The article discusses the allowance of RSS rallies, which is a politically charged issue in India due to the RSS's association with Hindu nationalism. The framing implies approval of the RSS's activities by the police, suggesting a right-leaning perspective.

Why factuality: no official source document/info detected

Why objectivity (85): The article presents the information neutrally, avoiding overtly biased language or framing. It does not take a clear stance on the issue but simply relays the decision by the police and mentions the court's role.

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