Frustrated by multiple lawyers arguing at once, the Supreme Court Today (Feb 28) warned of strict action, calling out courtroom indiscipline and interlopers disrupting proceedings.
The Supreme Court of India expressed shock at the 4-year delay by the Allahabad High Court in deciding a bail application for Imran, an accused in a murder case who has been in custody for six years. The Court noted that despite co-accused being granted bail, Imran’s plea was adjourned 16 times. While the Apex Court refrained from granting interim bail or seeking an explanation, it directed the matter to be brought to the attention of the Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court for immediate consideration.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin’s son Udhayanidhi Stalin had last year triggered a massive row after comparing Sanatana dharma with “dengue” and “malaria”, saying that it should not just be opposed, but “eradicated”. The Supreme Court Today (4 March) criticized DMK leader Stalin for his comments on Sanatana Dharma, stating that he had “misused his privileges”.