Today, On 18th December, The Supreme Court stated that “if the trial is to be transferred, then all accused must be heard” as it granted an extension to six accused in prominent terror cases to respond to the CBI’s request for transferring the trial. The court highlighted the significance of procedural justice. The CBI’s plea aims to shift the trial to another jurisdiction to ensure impartiality. lding judicial fairness.
Yesterday, 8th April, The Supreme Court (SC) endorsed the release of 96-year-old terrorist convict Habib Ahmed Khan, emphasizing humanitarian concerns over prolonged incarceration akin to capital punishment. The court urged the Rajasthan government to consider remission from a human rights perspective, questioning the purpose of continued imprisonment given Khan’s deteriorating health and advanced age.