The Supreme Court of India has revised its scheduling procedure, announcing that from January 2025, regular hearing matters will be conducted on Thursdays instead of Wednesdays and Thursdays. This change aims to enhance court efficiency. Additionally, miscellaneous matters, such as bail pleas, will be heard on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
The Supreme Court, under Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, will no longer schedule regular hearing matters on Wednesdays and Thursdays, focusing instead on miscellaneous matters like bail pleas on these days. This decision aims to address the backlog of 83,410 cases and represents a significant administrative change since Khanna’s appointment.
The Delhi High Court has directed lawyers to avoid unnecessary adjournments and to file timely status reports in bail, parole, and similar cases. The circular emphasizes the importance of expeditious case disposal and efficient judicial functioning. It mandates the submission of status reports and requests prompt compliance with court orders for smooth judicial proceedings.
The Bombay High Court Today questioned the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) about the basis for downgrading a lookout circular against a woman linked to a 2019 fraud case. The court sought evidence of the legal provisions permitting this action. The matter has been adjourned for further deliberation. The SFIO must provide the lookout circular at the next hearing.
