Justice Sanjiv Khanna appointed as next Chief Justice of India, set to take over on November 11

The Union Government has officially approved the appointment of Justice Sanjiv Khanna as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI). Justice Khanna, who currently serves as the first puisne judge at the Supreme Court, is set to assume the position on November 11, following the retirement of the incumbent CJI, DY Chandrachud.CJI Chandrachud had previously recommended Justice Khanna's name for the role, adhering to established norms for such appointments. This transition marks a significant moment in the Indian judiciary as Justice Khanna prepares to take the helm.