2018 (8) TMI 1652 - HC - Companies Law

Oppose grant of any interim relief stating that the Respondents may be permitted to place their version in writing before this Court - Held that - Although both of them pray that time should be granted till 24th August 2018 for that purpose, learned Senior counsel for the Petitioner point out that it involves the issue of the Petitioner s liberty and further that 22nd August, 2018 is a holiday. List on 21st August, 2018 at 2.15 pm to consider the question of interim relief. The Respondents are permitted to tender on that date their written reply to the prayer for interim relief. The Respondents will also bring the relevant records for perusal by the Court on the next date.

Summary

Issues:
Grant of interim relief in a criminal writ petition.

Analysis:
The judgment pertains to a criminal writ petition seeking interim relief. The court allowed exemption subject to exceptions and issued notice to the respondents. The Additional Solicitors General opposed granting interim relief, requesting time for the respondents to present their version in writing. The court scheduled the matter for further consideration on a specified date, emphasizing the importance of the petitioner's liberty. The respondents were directed to submit their written reply and relevant records for the court's perusal. The order was to be provided to the parties promptly. The case highlights the procedural aspects of seeking interim relief in criminal matters and the court's careful consideration of the petitioner's rights and the respondent's opportunity to present their case.