Bill to increase Supreme Court judges passed by Lok Sabha without debate; House adjourned for day

Opposition members raised slogans against the NEET paper leaks and the embezzlement of Ram temple donations

A statutory resolution moved by the opposition members denouncing the promulgation of the ordinance was also rejected by a voice vote.

The Lok Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026. This bill seeks to increase the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges. The legislation will now be sent to the Rajya Sabha for its consideration. The government argues this increase will improve judicial efficiency and speed. The sanc