![[POCSO Case] Karnataka HC Grants Yediyurappa Dispense of Personal Appearance Before Trial Court](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/MicrosoftTeams-image-83.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
A Bengaluru court issued a non-bailable arrest warrant against former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa in a POCSO case. The BJP leader is charged with sexual harassment. The incident allegedly occurred during a meeting at his residence. Yediyurappa has denied the allegations and filed a petition to quash the FIR against him in the Karnataka High Court.
![[Swati Maliwal Assault case] Delhi Court Rejects the CM Arvind Kejriwal's aide, Bibhav Kumar's Bail Plea](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ipmqr368_swati-maliwal.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
A Delhi court rejects the bail plea of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s aide, Bibhav Kumar, due to concerns of witness tampering in the assault case against AAP MP Swati Maliwal. The court emphasized the ongoing investigation and the victim’s safety fears. A contentious situation involving political figures and counter-allegations further complicates the case.
![[Abduction Case] Bhavani Revanna Seeks Anticipatory Bail in High Court](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-39-1.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Bhavani Revanna, wife of former minister HD Revanna, seeks anticipatory bail in an abduction case after rejection by a special court, drawing attention to a political figure’s involvement. Separately, the High Court directs police to produce investigation papers in a pen drive distribution case. These legal developments stress the importance of accountability in the justice system.
![[Obscene Video Case] JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna Placed in 6-Day SIT Custody](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/image-15-4.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 31st May, Prajwal Revanna, a suspended Janata Dal (Secular) MP, has been taken into the custody of a Special Investigation Team for six days regarding an alleged obscene video. The case has attracted significant attention and controversy. Revanna, facing probe over sexual harassment allegations, was granted one-hour legal counsel sessions during his custody. Arrests of key suspects linked to the case have also been made.
![[Swati Maliwal Assault Case] Does Delhi Chief Minister Office Need Goons? SC Slams Delhi CM Aide Bibhav Kumar](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-design-.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Delhi High Court reserved its decision on hearing a criminal writ petition filed by Bibhav Kumar against his arrest for assaulting MP Swati Maliwal. Kumar seeks to declare his arrest as illegal, citing a violation of his rights. This case involves political figures and their accusations, adding complexity to the situation.
![[Journalist Assault] AAP Media Coordinator's Bail Dismissed by Court Citing 'Not Maintainable'](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/image-17-2.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 24th May, The Tis Hazari Court in Delhi dismissed AAP Media Coordinator Vikas Kumar Yogi’s anticipatory bail plea in the journalist assault case for procedural inadequacy as the mentioned offenses are currently bailable. The court highlighted legal challenges faced by the accused, citing a typographical error in the police statement and lack of grounds for custodial interrogation.
A Mumbai court granted anticipatory bail to a government employee facing charges under Section 353 of the IPC for recording a dispute with a traffic officer. The court deemed that the essential elements of Section 353 were not present and custodial interrogation was unnecessary. This decision has sparked discussions about the interpretation and application of the IPC.
![[Swati Maliwal Case] Delhi Police Alleged "Brutal Assault" Against Maliwal, Files Affidavit in SC Opposing Bail for Bibhav Kumar](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/MicrosoftTeams-image-35-3.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Delhi Police remand report on the Swati Maliwal case emphasizes the severe risk of fatality due to the assault’s brutality. Bibhav Kumar, an aide of Arvind Kejriwal, has been remanded to police custody, with concerns about his evasiveness hindering the investigation. The case involves potential tampering with crucial evidence and the need for sustained interrogation due to the severity of the attack.
Today(on 17th May), The Calcutta High Court has granted bail to BJP worker Piyali Das from Sandeshkhali, who surrendered in a criminal case. Das, accused of coercing a woman into signing a blank paper used for filing sexual assault complaints against TMC leaders, finds relief in the court’s decision.
