Justice Madhu Jain, while hearing a petition filed by Walkar’s brother seeking time-bound completion of the trial, said that the court was making all efforts to conclude the proceedings at the earliest

A Delhi court rejected an objection to accused Aaftab Amin Poonawala sitting adjacent to his defence counsel during trial proceedings, stating that every accused is presumed innocent and entitled to a fair trial. The court said proximity to legal counsel is essential for effective communication and smooth conduct of proceedings.