Section 298

A revising Judge may, in any case, the record of proceedings of which has been called for by himself or which otherwise comes to his knowledge, in his discretion, exercise any of the powers conferred by sections 279,283,284,285,286,287 and 292, or may make such other as he may deem fit.

No order under this section shall be made to the prejudice of the accused unless he has had an opportunity of being heard, either personally or in writing, in his own defence.