The Allahabad High Court expressed concern over bail being granted in rape and murder cases due to shortcomings in Uttar Pradesh’s forensic infrastructure, urging the State to modernize FSL facilities with advanced equipment and adequate staff. The Court directed that its order be placed before Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
The Supreme Court issued directions for speedy disposal of pending bail applications nationwide, stressing protection of undertrial prisoners’ rights and personal liberty. A Bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant urged High Courts and investigating agencies to coordinate and avoid unnecessary delays.
![[Religious Conversion Remarks Row] 'Inappropriate' Remarks Should Not be Used in Any Other Case": Supreme Court Expunges Allahabad High Court Ruling](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image-2024-09-27T134843.255.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Supreme Court today (27th Sept) expunged remarks from the Allahabad High Court about potential religious conversion effects on India’s majority population, deeming them inappropriate. The Court emphasized that such general statements should not be referenced in other cases. The decision came while granting bail to an accused previously denied bail based on these remarks.
On Monday (18th March): The Delhi High Court emphasized that custodial torture should be avoided, and custodial interrogation is meant to aid investigations, not punish suspects. It granted anticipatory bail to an accused cooperating with the investigation and at low risk of fleeing. The court also warned against using bail for financial disputes better suited to civil courts.