A new hearing on September 13 threatens to rake up an issue that has already been settled.

Public funds are wasted in investigations and prosecutions which start with much fanfare, but invariably fade into oblivion without reaching their logical conclusion.

The backlog of pending cases will soon grow into unmanageable proportions.

Awarding government contract to the Big 4 not only violates India's stated purpose of local self-reliance, but should also be scrutinised in light of the various scandals that have enveloped these firms.

The current 'affiliate' model practiced by big audit firms needs to be questioned from multiple angles.

There is a clear pattern in the way corrupt businessmen and pliant auditors are allowed to go scot free.