MJ Akbar v. Priya Ramani: LIVE UPDATES from the final hearing

The Court of Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate, Rouse Avenue is hearing former Union Minister, MJ Akbar's criminal defamation case against Priya Ramani for her allegations of sexual harassment against Akbar.

Judge Vishal Pahuja is hearing the matter. The last hearing in the matter was held on September 5, an account of which can be read here.

Senior Advocate Geeta Luthra concluded her final submissions on behalf of MJ Akbar in February this year.

Senior Advocate Rebecca John is now making final arguments on behalf of Priya Ramani.

Live updates of the hearing today feature on this page.