India, Sept. 24 -- The Supreme Court has indicated that it may pass appropriate orders for a CBI investigation into the death of Gade Saikrishna in alleged police custody if the Andhra Pradesh High Court does not order such a probe.

The apex court on Thursday decided to await the High Court's decision, which has already been reserved in a habeas corpus petition concerning the case. The High Court is also considering a plea relating to entrusting the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

During the hearing, the Supreme Court was informed that a related matter involving an NGO was also pending before the Andhra Pradesh High Court. After taking note of the proceedings before the High Court, the apex court adjourned th...