Justice BV Nagarathna remembers father, former CJI ES Venkataramiah, at memorial lecture
Bengaluru: Supreme Court Justice BV Nagarathna paid tribute to her father, former Chief Justice of India (CJI) ES Venkataramiah, during the ‘Justice ES Venkataramiah Centennial Memorial Lecture’ organized by the National Law School of India University on Sunday.
Speaking at the event, Justice Nagarathna highlighted her father’s dedication to justice and calm demeanor. “He would raise his voice against injustice in court but remained composed while delivering justice,” she said. She noted how her father’s values and personality shaped her belief in standing for good causes, adding, “Even 27 years after his passing, his noble nature and calmness continue to guide us.”
Justice Nagarathna also acknowledged the role played by her mother, Padma, in supporting her father’s career. “Nothing about my father’s life is complete without mentioning my mother’s unwavering support. His accomplishments are as much hers as they are his,” she said, emotionally recalling her mother’s efforts.
Sharing a notable anecdote, she recounted her father’s journey with future President of India, R Venkataraman, when they met on a train to Nagpur for the All India Lawyers’ Conference in 1946. Decades later, in 1989, Venkataraman, as President of India, swore in ES Venkataramiah as the Chief Justice of India.
Justice ES Venkataramiah served as CJI from June 19, 1989, to December 17, 1989, and as a Supreme Court judge from March 8, 1979. Despite his brief tenure as Chief Justice, he left a significant impact on India’s legal system.
The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Supreme Court Justice PS Narasimha, former Punjab and Haryana High Court Chief Justice Mukul Mudgal, and senior members of the Karnataka High Court.
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Minister Parameshwara says remarks on properties linked to drug peddlers 'misunderstood'
Tumakuru (PTI): Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Saturday said his recent remarks on the demolition of properties linked to those involved in narcotics trade were "misunderstood and misinterpreted".
His clarification follows remarks made two days ago on the government's uncompromising crackdown on the drug menace, including action against properties linked to foreign nationals allegedly involved in drug trafficking.
"It is unfortunate. It is taken in the wrong sense. I didn't mean that tomorrow itself I am going to send bulldozers and demolish the houses. That was not my intention. It was wrongly taken," he told reporters here.
Responding to Congress MLC K Abdul Jabbar's question in the legislative council on the growing drug menace in Bengaluru, Davangere and coastal districts, the minister on Thursday detailed the extensive enforcement measures initiated since the Congress government assumed office.
Pointing to the involvement of some foreign nationals, the minister had said, "Many foreign students from African countries have come to Karnataka. They are into the drug business. We catch them and register cases against them, but they want the case to be registered because once the case is registered, we cannot deport them."
"We have gone to the extent of demolishing the rented building where they stay," he had said.
