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Observing that delay causes irreparable loss to litigants, the Supreme Court on Friday directed high courts across the country to pronounce judgements within three months from the date of reserving order. Underlining that faster decisions are required in cases of personal liberty, a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Baghchi said that orders in bail applications should be pronounced the same day, and if they are reserved, they must be pronounced and uploaded the next day. Issuing a slew of directions, the top court said that order of bail or sentence suspension should be communicated to the jail authorities as soon as it is pronounced and the undertrial/convict should be released preferably the same day or at most the next day.
Eminent journalist HK Dua, who held the rare distinction of helming editorial operations at three of India's leading newspapers, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 88. He breathed his last peacefully this afternoon at a private hospital, a member of his family said. Dua was keeping unwell and was admitted to the hospital three weeks back. His cremation will take place at the Lodhi Road crematorium on Thursday. Dua was known for his sharp political insight and unwavering commitment to editorial independence. He was also a nominated member of the Rajya Sabha (2009-2015), where he contributed significantly to debates on foreign affairs and national security. In his illustrious career, Dua served as editor of The Hindustan Times (1987-94), Editor-in-Chief of The Indian Express (1994-96) and The Tribune (2003-09) and Editorial Advisor for The Times of India (1997-98). Born on July 1, 1937, Dua was also the media advisor to two prime ministers - Atal Bihari Vajpayee and H D Deve ...