Delhi High Court Slams NGO With Fine Over Delays in Rs 10,000 Crore Defamation Case Against BBC on PM Modi Documentary

The Delhi High Court fined Justice on Trial ₹25,000 for repeatedly delaying its ₹10,000 crore defamation suit against British Broadcasting Corporation. The case relates to the documentary on PM Narendra Modi, with the court warning against further adjournments.

Supreme Court vs Allahabad High Court: SC Slams HC for 21–43 Adjournments in Bail Cases, Stresses Speedy Justice in Liberty Matters

The Supreme Court expressed displeasure after the Allahabad High Court adjourned a bail plea 21 times, stressing that matters of personal liberty must be decided quickly. CJI B R Gavai asked the High Court Chief Justice to ensure the bail hearing is not delayed further.

Delhi High Court Imposes Rs 20,000 Cost on IP Authority for Repeated Adjournments in IPR Case, Orders Deposit to Army Welfare Fund

The Delhi High Court fined the Intellectual Property authority Rs 20,000 for repeatedly requesting adjournments in an IPR case. The penalty must be paid to the Army Central Welfare Fund within four weeks. The Court emphasized that such delays waste time and hinder justice, urging parties to avoid unnecessary extensions in legal proceedings.