In this powerful and deeply reflective episode of CourtRoom Stories, Adv. Varun Singh sits down with Retired Supreme Court Justice Hima Kohli for an unfiltered conversation on the making of a judge, the discipline of advocacy, and the human realities behind the Bench. From her journey as a first generation lawyer to becoming a Judge of the Delhi High Court, Chief Justice of the Telangana High Court, and later a Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Justice Kohli shares invaluable lessons on resilience, courtroom ethics, integrity, gender bias, institutional accountability, and the silent burdens carried by judges.

In Episode 6 of Courtroom Stories, Advocate Varun Singh sits down with Former Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai to discuss critical issues facing the modern legal landscape. The conversation touches on the rise of “bulldozer justice,” where Justice Gavai reflects on reports of the executive summarily demolishing the homes of convicted individuals. They further explore the internal philosophy of the judiciary, addressing the notion that the Supreme Court can sometimes operate as multiple distinct entities with varying results depending on the bench. Justice Gavai also shares his perspective on maintaining judicial integrity, noting that the “majesty of law” is not found in punishing individuals for contempt, even when faced with obnoxious courtroom incidents.

Senior Advocate Pramod Dubey, a seasoned defence counsel known for handling some of India’s most high-profile and sensitive cases, shares candid insights from his decades-long legal journey, including early struggles and courtroom strategy. The episode explores litigation realities, media trials, courtroom politics, cross-examination techniques, and the evolving interpretation of Section 306 IPC, offering a sharp look at the intersection of law, media, and public perception.

Advocate Varun Singh hosts Senior Advocate Geeta Luthra, a legal stalwart with four decades of landmark work in constitutional, family, arbitration, and white-collar law. She is known for advancing transgender rights and gender justice in India. The episode delves into courtroom realities, challenges for women lawyers, and legal profession issues, highlighting dignity, work-life balance, and gender sensitivity.

Senior Justice G.S. Sistani, former Delhi High Court judge, is renowned for his calm demeanor, landmark judgments, and mentorship, serving from 2006 to 2020 across commercial, civil, and writ matters.
The episode dives into courtroom realities, judicial appointments, mediation, arbitration, and MSME disputes, with Justice Sistani sharing insights on efficiency, work-life balance, and systemic reforms.