A Maharashtra court sentenced a 71-year-old man to life imprisonment for murdering his bedridden wife, calling it a “calculated murder.” The judge said, “Mercy cannot be extended at the cost of justice” while delivering the verdict.
Justice Abhay S Oka inaugurated the new Thane court building, expressing concern over the 4.6 lakh pending cases, particularly highlighting 3.51 lakh criminal cases. He urged Maharashtra to enhance judicial infrastructure, linking it to timely justice. His remarks emphasize the need for improvements to restore public trust in the judiciary.
Justice S. Ravindra Bhat’s retirement on October 20 allowed Justice A.S. Oka to join the Supreme Court Collegium, now led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna. This reorganization follows the former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud’s retirement. The collegium plays a vital role in judicial appointments, impacting transparency and autonomy in the Indian judiciary.