The Calcutta High Court, led by Justices Harish Tandon and Supratim Bhattacharya, addressed the prevalence of child marriages in West Bengal. The court expressed deep concern about the societal impact of such marriages and the complicity of family members. It denied bail to an accused involved in a child marriage and mandated a seminar to raise awareness against this practice.
Today(On 12th March), The Calcutta High Court dismissed Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan’s anticipatory bail plea in the PDS scandal, upholding the integrity of the investigation. The decision highlights the court’s commitment to transparency and justice in combating corruption within the public distribution system. The case involves significant individuals and has sparked widespread interest.
On 6th March: The Supreme Court revoked a police officer’s bail for altering a suspect’s name, emphasizing officers’ duty to uphold integrity in law enforcement. High Court’s leniency was criticized, given the seriousness of the allegations. The respondent’s position as an investigating officer necessitates different considerations, and potential tampering risks led to bail revocation. (Word count: 50)
On 1st March, The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to SHUATS VC Dr. Rajendra Bihari Lal in a conversion case, a significant legal win following a controversial FIR. This decision has broad implications for religious freedom and academic institutions, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing legal battle. The case raises questions about the role of educational institutions in such controversies.
On 1st March,The Rouse Avenue court rejected AAP MLA Amanat Ullah Khan’s anticipatory bail plea in the Delhi Waqf Board money laundering case, concerning a Rs 36 crore property purchase. The defense argued administrative irregularities without evidence of a scheduled offense. The prosecution emphasized Amanat Ullah Khan’s central role, with the court yet to release the detailed order.
In Kolkata, the ED objected to Trinamool Congress leader Shajahan Sheikh’s request for anticipatory bail in a ration distribution scandal case, citing his significant influence. The judge reserved judgment after arguments, with the ED emphasizing Sheikh’s obstruction of an earlier search. Sheikh’s counsel argued against labeling him as absconding, pointing to pending bail plea and lack of money laundering evidence.
The Delhi High Court upheld LJP MP Prince Raj’s anticipatory bail in an alleged rape case, citing lack of evidence to revoke bail and emphasizing the right to liberty. The court highlighted consensual relations and dismissed claims of attack and online harassment. The complainant was granted liberty to seek protection if threatened. Raj’s representative emphasized extortion and a “honey trap.”
A 54-year-old AIIMS professor accused of raping a colleague has been granted anticipatory bail by a New Delhi court. The decision considered the complexity of allegations and conflicting narratives about a “matrimonial dispute,” leaving the determination of marriage legitimacy for trial. The stringent bail conditions aim to ensure a fair trial and integrity of the investigation.
The Supreme Court has imposed strict restrictions on adjournment requests in several categories of cases. These include matters related to bail or anticipatory bail, cases where an exemption from surrendering has been granted, instances involving interim orders favoring the party seeking adjournment, and situations where a suspension of sentence is under consideration. The Supreme Court […]
The Gujarat High Court has directed to expedite regular bail matters within two weeks and anticipatory bail within six weeks to address delays. The move aims to counteract the prolonged delays caused by traditional approaches, and ensure timely resolution in accordance with established legal timelines. This directive emphasizes unfettered discretion for courts in deciding bail applications.