The Supreme Court has ruled that courts should not routinely fix deadlines for criminal investigations, stressing that time-bound probes must remain an exception. It also set aside the Allahabad High Court’s direction granting protection from arrest to the accused till cognisance.
The Supreme Court issued a contempt notice to a former Uttar Pradesh principal secretary for providing false statements regarding delays in processing remission applications in the state’s prisons. The Court criticized the official’s inconsistent explanations and emphasized that his actions had jeopardized someone else’s liberty. The case is ongoing, with the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh instructed to provide an explanation by September 24.
The Allahabad High Court mandated the use of video testimony for remote witnesses in cases outside its jurisdiction. It emphasized the importance of technology for efficient legal processes and instructed state authorities to ensure video conferencing facilities are utilized for evidence recording. The court also highlighted the need for coordinated efforts among relevant authorities.
In a pivotal move, the State of Uttar Pradesh has presented a comprehensive status report to the Supreme Court, addressing concerns raised in the case of Vishal Tiwari v. Union of India. This comes in response to the Supreme Court’s directive from August 11, 2023, which sought clarity on the stage of investigations or trials […]
