The novel coronavirus has had a significant impact on the legal fraternity in India. Following the imposition of the 21-day lockdown in March, the key consideration was how to make the judicial system more effective during this time and ensure timely delivery of justice.
The High court of Madras has directed the Judicial Magistrate, Kovilpatti, to conduct an enquiry into the alleged custodial death of the Father-son duo in Thootukudi District of Tamil Nadu.
The Supreme Court on June 12 lashed out at State Governments and hospitals for the manner in which the COVID dead bodies are dealt with and said the situation in some cases was worse than what animals have to suffer.
SC has directed GHCAA President to approach the Gujarat HC on his plea challenging suo motu criminal contempt notice issued by the HC for his “gambling den” remark & “irresponsible, sensational” allegations of corruption levelled against High Court and its Registry during a Facebook Press Conference.