Senior Supreme Court judge Justice Abhay S Oka told law students not to ignore the importance of trial court practice. Speaking as the chief guest at the prize distribution of the 21st K K Luthra Memorial Moot Court, 2025, at India Habitat Centre, he shared his concern about moot court problems mostly focusing on international law.
The Supreme Court has directed the Telangana government to respond to Senior Advocate Vedula Venkataraman’s petition challenging accusations of taking Rs 7 crores to bribe judges. Venkataraman argues the FIR has no prima facie evidence and is based on vague allegations. He previously sought to quash the case, which was dismissed by the Telangana High Court.
The Supreme Court on Thursday(14th Nov), granted former Chhattisgarh bureaucrat Anil Tuteja interim protection from arrest related to the Chhattisgarh liquor scam. This decision came after the Allahabad High Court denied his request to quash criminal proceedings. The court scheduled a hearing for January 21 and also sought responses from the Enforcement Directorate.
The Supreme Court directed Delhi Police to halt the sale and use of firecrackers amid worsening air quality. The bench, led by Justice Oka and Justice Masih, asserted no religion promotes pollution and urged a permanent firecracker ban by November 25, criticizing the government’s inadequate enforcement efforts.
Yesterday, On 5th November, The Supreme Court quashed a Gujarat High Court decision that accepted an ‘amicable settlement’ in a rape case without ensuring the illiterate victim understood it. The Court emphasized the need for proper verification and directed the High Court to remand the case, ensuring the victim’s comprehension of legal agreements is confirmed.
Today, On 23rd September, Justice Abhay S Oka stressed the need for the historic Bombay High Court building to remain with the judiciary after the court relocates to a new complex in Bandra, highlighting its heritage and judicial importance. He proposed the old building serve as a museum or mediation center.
