The Calcutta High Court has instructed the Special Investigation Team to expedite the inquiry into the death of IIT Kharagpur student Faizan Ahmed. The court urged a prompt conclusion to the investigation, emphasizing the need for a thorough and expeditious inquiry to bring clarity and closure to the tragic incident. Faizan’s parents suspect foul play and advocate for a fresh inquiry.
The Supreme Court has scheduled the final hearing of the SNC Lavalin corruption case involving Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan for May 1. The case relates to alleged financial misconduct in a contract with a Canadian firm, Lavalin, resulting in a loss of ₹86.25 crore. The CBI is challenging lower court decisions and the case emphasizes India’s legal and political complexities.
In a recent hearing at the Calcutta High Court, Justice Biswajit Basu expressed concern over the delayed arrest of the Narendrapur school’s headmaster following a violent incident involving teachers. Despite an anticipatory bail plea, the court questioned the police’s inaction, highlighting issues of law enforcement. Additionally, eight individuals have been detained in connection with the assault.
The Kerala Budget 2024 allocates ₹44.14 crore for judicial infrastructure, including a new Judicial City and High Court complex in Kalamassery. The focus is on modernization, technology, and security, reflecting the government’s commitment to enhancing legal services and creating a more efficient judicial system.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids in West Bengal as a distraction from TMC’s protest for financial dues. The BJP denies this, citing alleged corruption within TMC. Amid ongoing protests, tensions between the state’s ruling party and the central government persist.
In a recent ruling, the Calcutta High Court dismissed charges against a company director due to the prosecution’s failure to include the liquor-importing company in the complaint. The oversight underscored the importance of legal protocols in corporate cases, with the court emphasizing the need to hold companies accountable in legal proceedings. This landmark judgment serves as a precedent in corporate-related offences.
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The Delhi High Court clarified police powers for further investigation, distinguishing them from “re-investigation” or “fresh investigation.” Emphasizing the aim of uncovering truth without aiding the accused’s defense, the court rejected a petition for further investigation in a rape case. This underlines the need for substantial grounds and fairness in directing further investigation.