A Bangladeshi court has issued a second arrest warrant for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, alongside 11 others, over enforced disappearances during her rule. Over 500 alleged abductions occurred under her administration. The interim government plans to prosecute her for crimes against humanity linked to a student uprising that culminated in her ousting in 2024.
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The Allahabad High Court today (6th Jan) extended the stay on Alt News co-founder Mohammed Zubair’s arrest until January 16, 2025, regarding an FIR based on his social media post about Yati Narsinghanand’s inflammatory speech. Zubair argues his post was a freedom of speech exercise, not inciting violence, amid state claims of misinformation.
In 2024, Delhi’s subordinate judiciary was active with legal battles involving notable figures like former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who was arrested in the excise policy case. Amidst political drama, key cases included BRS leader K Kavitha’s struggles and allegations against BJP’s Brij Bhushan Singh. Other significant trials are anticipated for 2025, including the ongoing “land-for-jobs” scam.
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Allu Arjun has filed a petition for regular bail in the Sandhya Theatre case after previously being granted interim bail. The Nampally District Court heard arguments from both sides regarding the police’s opposition to the plea. A verdict is expected on January 3, 2025, following a tragic stampede during a film screening.
The Delhi High Court upheld the validity of Section 311A of the CrPC, clarifying that arrest is not mandatory for obtaining specimen signatures during investigations. It stated that the proviso is directory, not mandatory, allowing individuals to voluntarily provide samples without being arrested. This interpretation aligns with similar provisions in the Bharatiya Nagarika Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), ensuring investigative efficiency without infringing on fundamental rights.
The Allahabad High Court Yesterday (Dec 20) provided interim protection from arrest to Alt News journalist Mohammed Zubair, who is facing charges under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). While the Court noted that the allegations under Section 196 BNS (promoting enmity between different groups) appeared to be largely supported by the FIR, it stated that the applicability of Section 152 BNS (endangering the sovereignty and integrity of the nation) warranted further examination.
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The Supreme Court, while hearing a plea regarding Mihir Rajesh Shah’s arrest in a hit-and-run case, addressed the legal requirement of providing grounds for arrest as specified in Article 22(1) of the Constitution. It declined to interfere with the Bombay High Court’s ruling but acknowledged the constitutional significance of the issue.
The Allahabad High Court ordered the listing of a writ petition seeking the registration of an FIR against officials involved in the Sambhal violence case. The petition was filed by the Hazrat Khwajah Garib Nawaj Welfare Association, claiming officials were responsible for the incident that resulted in four deaths.
The Delhi High Court Today (Dec 3) granted interim protection from arrest to Mohammad Wasiq Nadeem Khan, the National Secretary of Association for Protection of Civil Rights (ACPR), booked by the Delhi Police after for promoting enmity and criminal conspiracy after a video of him went viral on YouTube. Justice Jasmeet Singh, while granting relief to Khan, ordered that he should not leave Delhi without informing the Investigating Officer. Khan was also directed to cooperate with the police investigation.
A group of 68 eminent personalities, including a retired High Court Judge, senior bureaucrats, and a sitting MP, has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene in addressing escalating atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. The appeal highlights systematic attacks on Hindu religious sites, properties, and individuals, alongside the arrest of ISKCON leader Chinmoy Krishna Das on alleged fabricated sedition charges. The signatories demand urgent action, including the protection of Hindus, release of detained leaders, justice for victims of violence, international sanctions on Bangladesh, and raising the issue at global forums. They urge India’s leadership to uphold its commitment to justice and religious freedom.