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CJI B.R. Gavai was attacked in the Supreme Court when a lawyer, Rakesh Kishore, threw a shoe at him, claiming divine instruction. Kishore later stood by his actions, stating he had no regrets. The incident sparked widespread condemnation from political leaders, including Ajit Pawar who hailed Gavai as a "pride of Maharashtra". Gavai's family also issued a statement, describing the attack as an "assault on the constitution". Meanwhile, a YouTuber, Ajeet Bharti, was questioned by police over his comments regarding the incident. Gavai later cautioned against misinterpreting judges' oral remarks on social media, stating that such actions could escalate issues out of proportion.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his outrage over the attack on Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai, stating that the incident has angered every Indian. The attack, which occurred in the Supreme Court, saw a lawyer, later identified as Rakesh Kishore, attempt to hurl a shoe at the CJI. Despite the security intervention, the incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with political leaders like Sonia Gandhi and Dalit groups staging protests. The Bar Council of India has suspended Kishore for his actions. CJI Gavai, however, has remained composed, stating that such incidents do not affect him.

Supreme Court administration has written to the Centre, seeking the removal of former Chief Justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud, from the official residence he has been occupying beyond his tenure, with the Justice clarifying that his extended stay is not indefinite and is due to the special needs of his daughters.