Calcutta High Court commuted the death penalty of two convicts found guilty of raping a child, sentencing them to 60 years in prison. The Court said their acts showed “depravity that shocks the conscience,” demanding serious punishment.
Tirupati: Tirupati Member of Parliament (MP) Dr. Maddila Gurumurthy has written a letter to the Chief Justice of India, Justice Sanjiv Khanna, raising serious concerns about alleged human rights violations and unfair practices during the recent Tirupati Municipal Corporation deputy mayor election. The election took place on February 3, and the MP has claimed that several Scheduled Caste (SC) representatives faced threats, abduction, and restrictions that prevented them from participating.
The Allahabad High Court denied bail to orchestra organizer Manish Kumar Yadav, accused of sexual harassment against a dancer. Justice Sanjay Kumar Singh emphasized the societal prejudice faced by female performers, highlighting their rights to respect and dignity. The court underscored the importance of a safe environment for artists against gender-based violence.
Today, On 13th December, Chief Justice of India, Sanjiv Khanna dismissed a petition from parents seeking to annul their adult daughter’s marriage, emphasizing that individuals have the right to make personal decisions. The court underscored the legal autonomy of consenting adults and urged parents to respect their child’s choice, reinforcing progressive values in India.
The Supreme Court On December 9 upheld the Bombay High Court’s decision to commute the death sentences of two convicts in the 2007 Pune BPO employee murder case to 35 years of life imprisonment, citing excessive delay in execution. The High Court criticized the state’s handling of mercy petitions, deeming the delay a violation of the convicts’ rights.
![[Kolkata 19-Year Old Girl's Rape-Murder] Justice Delivered In 61 Days: Bengal Court Sentenced Death Penalty To Accused](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Death-Penalty.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
A West Bengal court has sentenced a 19-year-old man to death for the abduction, rape, and murder of a nine-year-old girl, just 61 days after the horrific
crime occurred.The tragic incident unfolded on October 4 in Jaynagar, located in South 24 Parganas, when the young victim was returning home from her tuition class. The accused, Mustakin Sardar, confronted the girl, committed the acts of violence against her, and ultimately took her life.
The Supreme Court, addressing concerns over child trafficking, ordered states and union territories to report on missing children since 2020. Highlighting a network of abductions in Uttar Pradesh, the court mandated details about missing children cases and the establishment of anti-human trafficking units, with follow-up hearings scheduled for October.
![[Lawrence Bishnoi Interview Case] "Will Take Strict Action Against Delinquent Officers": Punjab Govt Tells HC](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/images-3.jpeg?resize=259%2C194&ssl=1)
The Punjab and Haryana High Court expressed concern over the TV interview of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and its potential impact on crime rates. The Court directed the DGP to submit data on criminal cases registered after the interview. Furthermore, it emphasized the need for a thorough investigation, jail security enhancements, and progress updates.
The Karnataka High Court today reserved its order on the plea to cancel the bail granted to Janata Dal (Secular) leader HD Revanna, accused of abducting a woman. Justice M Nagaprasanna expressed concern over the severity of the case and remarked that bail should not have been granted. The court heard arguments from both sides and reserved its decision.