India, April 20 -- Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma refused to step aside from hearing the Delhi liquor policy case, declaring her oath is to the Constitution and not to "pressure" or litigants' perceptions.

Dismissing former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea, the judge held that recusal cannot be granted on personal apprehensions without solid proof.

She underlined that judicial impartiality is presumed unless clearly disproven.

Strong words: 'A lie repeated isn't truth'

In a pointed observation, Justice Sharma warned that repeated allegations-whether in court or online-do not become facts, cautioning against attempts to influence judicial proceedings.

She said stepping aside would send a dangerous signal, allowing litigants to "man...