Gujarat High Court Today (Mar 28) gave a split verdict on Asaram Bapu’s interim bail plea in the 2013 rape case. The matter will be placed before the Chief Justice, who will assign the case to a third judge.
The Kerala High Court refused to grant relief to a lawyer accused of raping a minor, strongly condemning the act. The court stated that if the allegations are true, it is a disgrace to the legal profession. It also ruled that such an individual does not deserve any special consideration. The case has sparked serious discussions on ethics in the legal field.
Today, On 20th March, The court postponed the hearing in Rahul Gandhi’s defamation case due to an ongoing lawyers’ strike. The case, which has drawn significant political attention, remains unresolved as legal proceedings face delays. The strike has affected court schedules, leading to an indefinite wait for the next hearing. Authorities are yet to announce a new date for the proceedings.
Today, On 18th March, The Supreme Court expressed concern over the increasing rejection of bail pleas, cautioning against excessive restrictions on personal liberty. The bench emphasized that a democratic country should not function like a police state, stressing the importance of upholding constitutional rights. The court urged lower courts to adopt a balanced approach in granting bail, ensuring justice while preventing misuse of the law.
