Today(on 12th August), The Delhi High Court granted interim protection from arrest to former IAS officer Puja Khedkar until August 21, directing Delhi Police not to detain her before the next hearing. This relief comes amid serious allegations of fraudulently clearing the UPSC examination.
Today(9th August),The Delhi High Court has rescheduled the hearing of former IAS officer Puja Khedkar’s anticipatory bail application to August 12, following an adjournment of the original Friday session due to the bench led by Justice Subramonium Prasad not convening.
The Delhi High Court granted anticipatory bail to a home tutor in an alleged rape case, noting the two-year relationship between the petitioner and the complainant before the FIR. Despite blackmail allegations, the charges have not been substantiated, and the FSL report is pending.
The Supreme Court of India found a police inspector and a magistrate guilty of unlawfully arresting and remanding an accused, in violation of a standing court order. The court held them accountable for contempt, emphasizing the duty to uphold the rule of law and protect citizens’ rights, amounting to a serious breach of trust.
Delhi court denies bail today to former trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar accused of fraudulently clearing UPSC exam by misusing OBC and Persons with Disabilities reservations. Allegations include altering identity details for additional exam attempts. UPSC cancels her selection, and the police have filed a case. Background includes family members’ legal troubles.
Today, On 30th July, The Delhi court is set to review the anticipatory bail plea of Pooja Khedkar tomorrow, an IAS trainee facing charges of fraudulent attempts in civil services exams. The court will decide whether she will be protected from arrest during the investigation. The UPSC has taken actions against her, including filing an FIR and cancelling her candidature for future exams.
Today, On 24th July, The court denied anticipatory bail to Prajwal Revanna, facing multiple charges of rape and sexual harassment. He is currently in Parappana Agrahara Jail and being investigated for four separate cases. The allegations arose after explicit videos, allegedly involving him, were circulated ahead of the elections. Both his father and mother have also been involved in legal proceedings related to these cases.
The Delhi High Court denied anticipatory bail to a Delhi University law student involved in a violent altercation, expressing concern over future lawyers engaging in such behavior. The petitioner’s claims of minor involvement and fabricated charges were dismissed, emphasizing the severity of the incident. The decision aims to uphold justice and discourage public disorder.
A Special Court in Bengaluru on thursday (11th July) granted interim anticipatory bail to BJP MLA Y Bharath Shetty for alleged hate speech against Rahul Gandhi. The judge directed Kavoor police to release Shetty on bail upon posting a Rs 1 lakh personal bond with one surety. The court adjourned the matter to July 16 for the prosecution to file objections.
Today(on 9th July), The Supreme Court rebuked the Enforcement Directorate for its lack of progress in the money laundering investigation against former IAS officer Anil Tuteja, linked to the Chhattisgarh liquor policy scam. The court expressed displeasure at the ED’s inaction since Tuteja’s anticipatory bail in 2020, leading to an extension for the hearing in August.
