Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973–Sec. 311–Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881–Sec. 138–Right of cross-examination was closed and, thereafter, the application u/s. 311 was dismissed–Admitted position that there was spread of COVID-19 pandemic at the relevant time and Courts were hearing only urgent matters–Petitioner could not cross-examine the complainant for one or other reason–One more opportunity should be given him–Directed accordingly.
