The Supreme Court has stayed the Karnataka High Court’s directions constituting an SIT and ordering a fresh investigation into alleged irregularities in KPSC’s Veterinary Officer recruitment, on the State’s appeal, and asked the State to give its objections to the SIT members in a sealed cover by October 12.
The Supreme Court on Monday (3rd Nov) acquitted a man convicted of rape and murder, citing inadequate legal representation during trial. The Bench criticized the trial court’s failure to follow procedural safeguards and highlighted the shocking imposition of the death penalty. The Court issued guidelines to ensure proper legal aid and fair trials for accused individuals.
