However, imminently emergent and urgent cases would be heard with the prior approval of the designated division bench/single judge/district judge concerned, a circular issued by the High Court registry said.

"On permission being granted, the lawyers/litigants shall be accordingly instructed of the venue and mode of addressing the court either through video conferencing or otherwise," it added.

All officers and staff of the courts have been instructed to remained stationed in their respective residences subject to directions by their administrative heads, the circular issued by the registrar general said.

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