The Supreme Court bench, led by Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice Manoj Misra, reserved judgment on the anticipatory bail plea of Kerala journalist Shajan Skariah. The case involves allegations of defamatory statements against CPIM MLA PV Sreenijin. The arguments focused on the applicability of the SC/ST Act and the journalistic integrity of Skariah. The decision is expected to set significant precedents.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court’s decision to deny anticipatory bail to the civic official involved in the creation of bogus votes. Justice T. Mallikarjuna Rao highlighted that the creation of such a large number of fake votes contradicted the essence of democracy. Andhra Pradesh: This Month (1st May): The Andhra Pradesh High Court refused to grant […]
Today, On 15th May, The Supreme Court reserved its decision on granting pre-arrest bail to a Kerala YouTuber accused of posting defamatory content against an MLA. Both parties presented their arguments, focusing on the application of the SC/ST Act. The case is significant in testing legal protections against caste discrimination and the challenges faced by media personalities.
Today, On 7th May, The hearing for the bail plea in the HD Revanna kidnapping case in Karnataka has been postponed, indicating a need for more time to review the case. Revanna, son of former Prime Minister H. D. Deve Gowda, and his associate are accused of abducting a woman to prevent her testimony in a sexual abuse case involving Revanna’s son. The case has garnered significant attention.
Today, 2nd May, The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to a hotel manager involved in a ‘Honey Trap’ case involving blackmail through romantic relationships. The decision offers temporary relief amid ongoing investigations. The Court also issued a notice to the Madhya Pradesh Police. The case highlights complex legal issues around entrapment, consent, and defendant rights.
The Karnataka High Court has denied anticipatory bail for two senior police officials involved in a high-profile Bitcoin scam. Inspector Chandradhara S R and Deputy Superintendent of Police Shridhar K Pujar were accused of manipulating evidence and aiding illegal activities. This decision underscores the court’s commitment to upholding the integrity of the judicial process in cases of corruption and malfeasance.
Yesterday, On 30th April, The Delhi High Court classified sextortion as a grave societal threat, emphasizing its impact on victims’ privacy and psychological well-being. Justice Amit Mahajan, addressing the complexities of sextortion, denied bail to three accused individuals, highlighting the organized nature of their crimes and the need for thorough investigation before granting bail as a routine matter.
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The Orissa High Court ruled that an accused person already in custody for one case can seek anticipatory bail in another case. The purpose of remand in the subsequent case is to facilitate investigation, not to equate to a fresh arrest. If remanded, the accused can seek regular bail but not anticipatory bail. This upholds the rights of both the accused and investigating agencies.
Today(on 24th April), The Punjab and Haryana High Court clarified kidnapping charges for minors leaving home voluntarily, granting anticipatory bail in a 17-year-old’s alleged abduction. The ruling states that if a minor voluntarily leaves home and accompanies the accused, the accused cannot be prosecuted for kidnapping. The court emphasized evaluating the minor’s autonomy in decision-making before pressing charges.
Today(on 20th April), Amanat Ullah Khan, an AAP MLA, was summoned to court via video conference by the ED for ignoring multiple summons related to alleged money laundering activities connected to the Delhi Waqf Board. The case, scheduled for April 27, involves accusations of illegal property purchase and unauthorized appointments, drawing significant legal scrutiny and public attention.