"Accused In Their 60s, 70s, 80s": Supreme Court On CBI's Appeal Against Bail To Lalu Yadav

The Supreme Court of India has postponed the hearing on the Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) appeal against the bail granted to Lalu Yadav, a prominent leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). The court highlighted the advanced ages of the accused, who are in their 60s, 70s, and 80s, as a key factor in its decision to adjourn the proceedings to April 22. Lalu Yadav, who has been embroiled in the treasury scam case, received bail from the Jharkhand High Court, prompting the CBI to challenge this decision. The case has garnered significant attention, considering Yadav's influential political background and the implications it holds for ongoing corruption investigations in the country. The Supreme Court's consideration of the defendants' ages indicates a nuanced approach to justice, weighing the severity of the allegations against the health and circumstances of the accused.