The Supreme Court has issued a circular tightening adjournment rules, permitting deferments only in exceptional circumstances. Superseding earlier November and December 2025 directives, it distinguishes fresh or after-notice matters from regular matters, completely barring adjournments in regular listed cases.
The Supreme Court has directed High Courts to notify convicts before appointing an amicus curiae to represent them. The move aims to ensure fair representation and prevent future legal disputes in long-pending criminal appeals.
