PRAHALAD MAHTO vs STATE OF JHARKHAND .

The Supreme Court upheld the trial court's decision to allow the application under Section 311 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.), emphasizing that the delay in the trial did not preclude the examination of witnesses. The Court set aside the High Court's order and mandated the completion of witness examination within two months, with the entire trial to conclude within three months thereafter. The appeal was allowed, reinforcing the importance of justice between the parties.