The Supreme Court has adjourned to January 29 the hearing on a plea filed by the wife of Sonam Wangchuk, challenging his detention under the National Security Act. The petition alleges arbitrary detention, non-supply of complete grounds, and violation of fundamental rights.
Kapil Sibal made a sharp and emotional remark while pressing the Supreme Court for urgent hearing in Sonam Wangchuk’s NSA detention case. He stressed that the matter deserves priority and no delay, citing serious constitutional violations.
Sonam Wangchuk’s wife told the Supreme Court that his speech clearly appealed for peace and was meant to stop violence, not provoke it. She also alleged that key videos and full grounds of detention were not provided, violating constitutional safeguards.
Amritpal Singh has challenged his third consecutive NSA detention, claiming it violates constitutional rights and lacks credible evidence. The Supreme Court earlier allowed him to approach the High Court for urgent relief.
The Supreme Court of India commended Tamil Nadu for utilizing preventive detention laws to combat cybercrime, emphasizing that traditional laws are inadequate. The acknowledgment arose during a case involving Abhijeet Singh, accused of defrauding Rs 84.5 lakh. The court will continue hearing the case on June 25, 2025.
The Allahabad High Court ruled that failure to inform an arrested person of the grounds for their arrest violates Article 22 of the Constitution. In the case of Manjeet Singh, the court cancelled his remand order due to this lapse, emphasizing the magistrate’s duty to ensure compliance with constitutional safeguards.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court recently delivered a pivotal judgment, addressing the intricate balance between individual liberties and state-imposed restrictions under the Indian Constitution. This decision, pertaining to the case of Sarabjit Singh Kalsi, an alleged aide of Amritpal Singh, leader of Waris Punjab De, delved into the nuances of Article 22, describing it […]
