The Supreme Court expressed strong displeasure with the Karnataka High Court’s handling of actor Darshan’s bail in the Renukaswamy murder case. Justice Pardiwala questioned the High Court’s approach. He suggested the bail order resembled an acquittal. The Karnataka government sought cancellation of Darshan’s bail. Renukaswamy was allegedly abducted and murdered in Bengaluru.

In both Houses, the Speaker and Deputy Chairman expressed strong disapproval of the Opposition’s conduct.

The Supreme Court urged the Centre and Delhi government to set up fast-track courts for 288 pending gangster-related cases and ensure witness protection to expedite action.