New Delhi, Oct. 28 -- Chief Justice of India (CJI) Bhushan R Gavai on Monday set in motion the process to appoint his successor by recommending Justice Surya Kant, the seniormost judge of the Supreme Court, to the Union government. Justice Kant, who is next in line for the role based on seniority, will be eligible to assume office upon Justice Gavai's retirement on November 23. Once notified by the gov- ernment, he will become the 53rd Chief Justice of India and is expected to serve until his retirement on February 9, 2027 - a tenure of about 14 months. According to people aware of the matter, CJI Gavai handed over a copy of his recommendation letter to Justice Kant on Monday morning. The recommendation follows the Union government's Oct- ober 23 communication to Justice Gavai, requesting him to name his successor in accordance with established convention. P4...