On Friday(26th July),The Madras High Court bench of Justice M.S. Ramesh and Justice Sunder Mohan has recused itself from A. Kamala’s habeas corpus plea challenging her son Savukku Shankar’s detention under the Goondas Act. The recusal follows Kamala’s remarks against the bench in a Supreme Court petition, highlighting concerns over freedom of speech and judicial independence.
The Supreme Court today ordered the interim release of YouTuber Savukku Shankar, criticizing the necessity of his preventive detention. It questioned the relevance of claims against him and emphasized the importance of visible justice. The Court urged expedited proceedings and delved into the possibility of an interim release, highlighting the case’s significance.
On Sunday (28th April): Retired Justice S Muralidhar criticized the new criminal laws for failing to bring significant change or decolonization to the legal framework. He highlighted persistent outdated provisions and the laws’ failure to address human rights violations and provide fair compensation for wrongful prosecution. He urged aspiring lawyers to uphold their clients’ rights and defend them diligently.
