Ex-IPS officer G. Sampath Kumar has filed a fresh appeal before the Madras High Court opposing the order to record MS Dhoni’s evidence through an advocate commissioner in the ₹100 crore defamation case. He argued that “all litigants must be treated equally and no privilege or priority must be given to the celebrities.”
The Allahabad High Court ordered the listing of a writ petition seeking the registration of an FIR against officials involved in the Sambhal violence case. The petition was filed by the Hazrat Khwajah Garib Nawaj Welfare Association, claiming officials were responsible for the incident that resulted in four deaths.
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The Supreme Court highlighted the need for peace and harmony in Sambhal during a case regarding a mosque dispute. It ordered the mosque committee to appeal to the High Court against a trial court ruling. Authorities are to ensure law and order amidst previous tensions, with calm reported during recent prayers.
A court-ordered survey was conducted in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, to investigate claims that a mosque was built on the site of an ancient Hindu temple demolished by Mughal emperor Babar in 1529. The Supreme Court lawyer, Vishnu Shankar Jain, named multiple parties in the case, while local MP Zia Ur Rehman Barq opposed the claims.
The Kerala High Court denied anticipatory bail to Anwar Sadique K for assaulting an advocate commissioner at Tirur Munsiff Court. Justice Badharudeen stressed the severity of attacking court officials, stating it undermines the judiciary and democratic values. Sadique’s plea was rejected, and he was directed to surrender within ten days for further interrogation.
On wednesday (6th of March): The Kerala High Court emphasized that being appointed as an advocate commissioner is an honor, not simply a commercial endeavor. The court criticized a young lawyer’s misconception that the role was purely for monetary gain. It stressed the need for the bar and the bench to guide and nurture young legal professionals for the integrity of the legal system.