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Senior advocates Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka seek urgent night hearing in Delhi HC
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 02:01 AM
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Advocates Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have filed an urgent petition in the Delhi High Court, requesting a night hearing to contest a two‑day extension of a judicial deadline.
Senior advocates Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka approached the Delhi High Court seeking an immediate night hearing. The petition challenges a recent order that extended a judicial deadline by two days, which the advocates argue could prejudice their client’s interests.
The lawyers filed the application in the evening, requesting the court to consider the matter after normal working hours. They contend that the extension was granted without adequate justification and that a prompt hearing is essential to prevent further procedural delays.
Delhi High Court officials have not yet ruled on the request. The matter is expected to be listed for consideration at the earliest possible slot, subject to the court’s procedural rules.
If granted, the night hearing would allow the advocates to present their objections before the extended deadline expires, thereby preserving the status quo pending a full hearing on the merits.
The case underscores the growing practice of seeking expedited relief in high‑profile legal disputes, especially when time‑sensitive issues intersect with procedural orders.
The lawyers filed the application in the evening, requesting the court to consider the matter after normal working hours. They contend that the extension was granted without adequate justification and that a prompt hearing is essential to prevent further procedural delays.
Delhi High Court officials have not yet ruled on the request. The matter is expected to be listed for consideration at the earliest possible slot, subject to the court’s procedural rules.
If granted, the night hearing would allow the advocates to present their objections before the extended deadline expires, thereby preserving the status quo pending a full hearing on the merits.
The case underscores the growing practice of seeking expedited relief in high‑profile legal disputes, especially when time‑sensitive issues intersect with procedural orders.