The Gujarat High Court quashed a 2019 criminal case, including attempt to murder charges, against Surat advocate Mohammed Bilal Kagazi after CCTV footage proved his absence from the alleged crime spot. The Court held that surveillance evidence weakened the prosecution’s allegations significantly.
The District and Sessions Judge of Surat Court has implemented a strict ban on mobile phone usage for court staff during working hours to enhance focus and streamline operations. A circular issued on May 15 mandates all employees to surrender their phones to court authorities, aiming to ensure uninterrupted court proceedings.
