In Tamil Nadu’s Deepam controversy, Madras HC Justice G R Swaminathan expressed personal disappointment and humorously noted his fascination with the issue. At a book launch for Kambar and Vaishnavam, he remarked, “Time for lighting the Deepam on Deepathoon will come.”
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Today, On 29th November, The Supreme Court allowed ED officer Ankit Tiwari, facing bribery allegations, to reside with his family while attending his trial in Tamil Nadu via video conference. The Court extended his interim bail and addressed concerns about state agencies investigating central officers, stressing the need for fair trials without agency preference.
The Madras High Court dismissed a PIL seeking to reduce the All India Bar Examination fee of Rs. 3,500, stating it is reasonable and not excessive. The court emphasized the absence of statutory provisions regulating the fee and highlighted the judiciary’s role in maintaining the integrity of professional examinations while encouraging ongoing discussions about fairness.
The Madras High Court, in a rare Sunday hearing, allowed an undertrial to attend his father’s funeral, emphasizing the importance of religious obligations and human rights. Justice GR Swaminathan cited Section 482 of the CrPC, highlighting the judiciary’s role in upholding moral values. The decision reflects a balance between the law and cultural values.
