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    “Extremely Disappointed”: Supreme Court Warns High Courts Over Long Delay in Bail and Anticipatory Bail Pleas
    “Extremely Disappointed”: Supreme Court Warns High Courts Over Long Delay in Bail and Anticipatory Bail Pleas
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    “Extremely Disappointed”: Supreme Court Warns High Courts Over Long Delay in Bail and Anticipatory Bail Pleas

    The Supreme Court expressed strong displeasure over the prolonged pendency of bail and anticipatory bail applications in several High Courts, calling it a serious threat to personal liberty. The Court warned that it may issue mandatory guidelines if High Court Chief Justices fail to ensure timely hearings in bail matters.

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    An Identifiable Ailment And It Needs To End: Supreme Court Slams High Court Judges For Delayed Judgments After Hearings
    An Identifiable Ailment And It Needs To End: Supreme Court Slams High Court Judges For Delayed Judgments After Hearings
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    An Identifiable Ailment And It Needs To End: Supreme Court Slams High Court Judges For Delayed Judgments After Hearings

    Today, On 3rd February, The Supreme Court firmly urged High Courts to stop reserving judgments for long periods without timely delivery or publication. Calling the delay an identifiable ailment that must end, the Court stressed the need to protect consumers of justice.

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    “High Courts Are Real Guardians Of Rule Of Law For Common Citizens,” Says CJI Surya Kant
    “High Courts Are Real Guardians Of Rule Of Law For Common Citizens,” Says CJI Surya Kant
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    “High Courts Are Real Guardians Of Rule Of Law For Common Citizens,” Says CJI Surya Kant

    Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said High Courts are the first and strongest protectors of the rule of law for ordinary people. He stressed that citizens should approach High Courts first, as they are vital, accessible centres of constitutional justice.

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    “High Courts Are Real Guardians Of Rule Of Law For Common Citizens,” Says CJI Surya Kant
    “High Courts Are Real Guardians Of Rule Of Law For Common Citizens,” Says CJI Surya Kant
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    Justice Delayed Is Not Only Justice Denied but It Is Justice Destroyed: CJI Surya Kant

    CJI Surya Kant stated, “Justice delayed is not only justice denied but it is justice destroyed.” He made these remarks at the Fali Nariman memorial lecture and during a felicitation program organized by the Bombay High Court.

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    High Courts Cannot Grant Indirect Protection to Accused In FIR Quashing Pleas: Supreme Court Set Aside Telangana HC Order
    High Courts Cannot Grant Indirect Protection to Accused In FIR Quashing Pleas: Supreme Court Set Aside Telangana HC Order
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    High Courts Cannot Grant Indirect Protection to Accused In FIR Quashing Pleas: Supreme Court Set Aside Telangana HC Order

    The Supreme Court set aside the Telangana High Court’s order granting indirect arrest protection while hearing an FIR quashing plea, reiterating that such relief cannot be granted without hearing the de facto complainant or recording prima facie grounds for quashing.

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    Year After Supreme Court Nod, High Courts Skip Ad-Hoc Judges Plan as Criminal Case Pendency Crosses 18 Lakh
    Year After Supreme Court Nod, High Courts Skip Ad-Hoc Judges Plan as Criminal Case Pendency Crosses 18 Lakh
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    Year After Supreme Court Nod, High Courts Skip Ad-Hoc Judges Plan as Criminal Case Pendency Crosses 18 Lakh

    Nearly a year after the Supreme Court allowed the appointment of ad-hoc judges to clear pending criminal cases, no high court has acted on the decision. With over 18 lakh criminal cases still pending, the constitutionally backed provision under Article 224A remains unused.

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    Year After Supreme Court Nod, High Courts Skip Ad-Hoc Judges Plan as Criminal Case Pendency Crosses 18 Lakh
    Year After Supreme Court Nod, High Courts Skip Ad-Hoc Judges Plan as Criminal Case Pendency Crosses 18 Lakh
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    Supreme Court Orders High Courts to Review All Pending UAPA Cases; Seeks Faster Trials Nationwide

    The Supreme Court has directed all High Court Chief Justices to review long-pending cases under laws like UAPA and ensure speedy trials. The court said the State must support accused facing “reverse burden” laws and prevent unnecessary delays.

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    Not Legislating Or Monitoring Every Small Incident: Supreme Court On Hate Speech
    Not Legislating Or Monitoring Every Small Incident: Supreme Court On Hate Speech
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    Not Legislating Or Monitoring Every Small Incident: Supreme Court On Hate Speech

    Today, On 15th November, Supreme Court clarified it is not legislating or monitoring every small incident, stressing that hate speech complaints must be handled by existing authorities. The Bench noted that high courts and police stations already possess powers to act promptly.

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    Supreme Court Cracks Down on Delays: High Courts Ordered to Submit BNSS Charge-Framing Data Urgently
    Supreme Court Cracks Down on Delays: High Courts Ordered to Submit BNSS Charge-Framing Data Urgently
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    Supreme Court Cracks Down on Delays: High Courts Ordered to Submit BNSS Charge-Framing Data Urgently

    The Supreme Court has directed all High Courts to quickly provide data on delays in framing charges under the BNSS. This move aims to create strict guidelines and prevent long custody periods without charges.

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    Supreme Court Halts 6-Month Limit For Motor Accident Claims, Protects Victims From Dismissal Over Delay
    Supreme Court Halts 6-Month Limit For Motor Accident Claims, Protects Victims From Dismissal Over Delay
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    Supreme Court Halts 6-Month Limit For Motor Accident Claims, Protects Victims From Dismissal Over Delay

    The Supreme Court has stayed the operation of Section 166(3) of the Motor Vehicles Act, which imposed a six-month limit for filing accident claims. Tribunals and High Courts have been directed not to reject petitions solely due to delay.

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