Supreme Court seeks police report on attack on lawyer in Delhi
The Supreme Court of India has ordered the Delhi Police to file a status report regarding the assault of a lawyer in the capital. The court also mandated police protection for the victim, citing concerns over the safety of legal professionals.
Why it matters
It highlights concerns regarding the safety of legal practitioners and the accountability of law enforcement in India's capital.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday (July 14, 2026) sought a status report from the Delhi Police into an alleged incident of assault on an apex court lawyer followed by threats against him in the national capital.
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