The Karnataka High Court bench led by Justice M I Arun has reserved its verdict on former Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa’s plea challenging the cognisance of a POCSO case registered against him, keeping the much-awaited decision pending for now.
Bengaluru Police registered an FIR against Infosys Co-Founder and IISc Director under the SC/ST Act. The action follows a court order based on a complaint by a former IISc faculty member. The complainant alleged caste-based discrimination at the institute. The case has sparked debate over workplace bias and legal accountability.
The city police have moved the Supreme Court, challenging the Karnataka High Court’s decision to grant bail to actor Darshan and others accused of murdering his fan, Renukaswamy, citing procedural lapses in arrest grounds. The police argue that witness statements differ naturally and should be addressed during the trial, not bail hearings. They also questioned Darshan’s health-based bail claim, noting he only underwent physiotherapy, not surgery. The murder allegedly stemmed from Renukaswamy sending obscene messages to Darshan’s girlfriend, Pavithra Gowda, the prime accused.
The counsel for Atul Subhash opposed the bail application of Nikita Singhania, emphasizing that a mother should not use her child as a tool to secure bail. The application was filed on Monday, and arguments were presented by both parties. The defense outlined reasons for granting bail, while the opposing counsel highlighted concerns against it. The case remains under judicial consideration.
The Karnataka High Court issued stay on the investigation against Republic TV’s Arnab Goswami in a fake news case. The Bengaluru police filed the case based on a complaint by a Karnataka Congress member, alleging that Republic TV spread false information about Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The court’s decision provides temporary relief to Goswami.
Atul Subhash, a 34-year-old techie, died by suicide in his Bengaluru apartment, leaving a 24-page note accusing his wife and her family of harassment and alleging judicial corruption. His family revealed ongoing emotional distress from multiple legal cases filed against him. Bengaluru Police are investigating, summons issued for questioning.
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Bengaluru police are set to appeal to the Supreme Court to cancel actor Darshan’s bail in the Renukaswamy murder case, following approval from the Karnataka Home Department. Darshan, arrested for allegedly orchestrating the murder of his fan, had been granted interim bail for medical treatment. The investigation reveals severe violence against the victim.
Today, On 30th September, the Karnataka High Court suspended the investigation of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman related to the Electoral Bonds case, following a petition by BJP member Nalin Kumar Kateel. The complaint, filed by activist Adarsh R. Iyer, alleges extortion linked to electoral bonds, which has faced legal challenges.