A judgment is a judgment, and you have to apply your mind to it as a judge, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud told NDTV in response to a question about overturning two verdicts by his father and former Chief Justice YV Chandrachud.

The Chief Justice spoke exclusively to NDTV on the sidelines of a lecture at National Law School of India University, Bengaluru, in the memory of India’s 19th Chief Justice ES Venkataramaiah. Supreme Court judge Justice BV Nagarathna, the daughter of Justice Venkataramaiah who is in line to be India’s first woman Chief Justice, was also present. 

Chief Justice Chandrachud said he is honoured to present the lecture in memory of the former Chief Justice, whom he described as “one of the most distinguished, erudite and scholarly judges” of the Supreme Court.

On the many changes the Supreme Court has witnessed in recent times, including live telecast of proceedings, the Chief Justice said, “We are doing many things to make this a truly modern judiciary for the coming decades, incorporating more technology, but above all, it’s service to the citizens which is at the forefront.”

On overturning the two judgments by his father in the adultery case and in another case regarding the right to life and personal liberty during a national emergency, the Chief Justice said with a smile, “A judgment is a judgment. You have to apply your mind to it as a judge. At the end of it, of course, you are conscious of the fact whose judgment it was that I overturned, it was my father’s judgment, in ADM Jabalpur and Sowmithri Vishnu (case) later on. But ultimately, it boils down to our training as judges.”

The ADM Jabalpur case judgment came during the Emergency imposed by the Indira Gandhi government from June 1975 to March 1977. The ruling, passed by a 4:1 majority, decreed that a person’s right to not be unlawfully detained can be suspended in the interest of the State. At the time, Justice PN Bhagwati was the Chief Justice and Justice YV Chandrachud was among the four judges who supported the majority ruling. This judgment was overturned in the Right to Privacy verdict in 2017, with the order noting that judgments in the ADM Jabalpur case were “seriously flawed” and that “life and personal liberty are inalienable to human existence”.

The 1985 Sowmithri Vishnu case judgment was overturned in 2018 when a Supreme Court bench led by then Chief Justice Dipak Misra and comprising Justice DY Chandrachud ruled that adultery “can be a ground for a civil offence… for divorce…” but not a criminal offence.

Aayush Sharma’s car was recently involved in an accident in Mumbai, although he wasn’t present during the incident. Reports from Zoom indicate that the collision occurred as Aayush’s driver was heading to the gas station. His vehicle collided with another car driven by an intoxicated individual near Khar Gymkhana.

According to the details, a drunk bike rider caused the collision with Aayush’s car and attempted to flee the scene. Prompt action by the Khar Police Station led to the apprehension of the bike’s driver, who has since had an FIR filed against them. Fortunately, Aayush’s driver emerged unharmed from the accident.

Not long ago, Aayush was spotted at the birthday celebration of his father-in-law, screenwriter Salim Khan, on November 25. Arpita Khan shared an inside glimpse of the celebration on Instagram, captioning it, “Happy 89th Birthday Dad.” The photo featured Salim, his first wife Salma Khan, Helen, Nirvan (Sohail Khan’s eldest son), and Arhaan (Arbaaz Khan’s son). Salman was captured in the frame with Arbaaz, Sohail, Alvira, Arpita, Atul Agnihotri, and Aayush.

Aayush is set to appear in the upcoming action thriller Ruslaan, slated for release in theaters on January 12, 2024. Produced by KK Radhamohan and directed by Karan L Butani, the film also stars debutant actor Sushrii Mishraa, alongside Jagapathi Babu and Vidya Malavade.

Neha Dhupia is poised to enthral a global audience in her inaugural international film, Blue 52, helmed by esteemed Egyptian filmmaker Ali El Arabi.

Ali El Arabi, known for his acclaimed documentary feature Captains of Za’atari, brings his directorial finesse to the forefront in Blue 52. With accolades from festivals like Hot Docs and El Gouna, El Arabi is set to weave his storytelling prowess into the realm of fiction once again.

Set against the breathtaking landscapes of Kochi, India, and Qatar, Blue 52 marks Neha Dhupia’s foray into a distinct role, promising an unexplored facet of the actress as she immersed herself in a character infused with intense emotional drama.

The narrative revolves around Ashish, who, at age 9, is isolated by his father following the loss of his older brother. Living on an island by the backwaters of Kochi, Ashish grows up in seclusion, confined by limited knowledge of the world beyond his admiration for Messi and his mother’s lessons preparing him for life outside their island home. Determined to venture out with his mother’s support and an almost fantastical opportunity to meet his idol, Messi, at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Ashish steps into the unknown, discovering his true self and his passions along the way.

Reflecting on her international debut, Neha Dhupia expressed, “Embarking on the journey of Blue 52 has been nothing short of magical. The fusion of diverse cultures in this international venture allowed me to delve deep into a character that is both challenging and emotionally resonant. It’s a transformative experience that I believe will leave a lasting impact and I’m glad that Ali chose me to essay the lead in what is my international first”.

Blue 52 is directed and produced by Ali El Arabi, with Tariq Al-Naama as a producer. Co-producers include Krysanne Katsoolis, Joe Matthews, and Katara Studios.