The Kerala Police Officers’ Association has approached the Supreme Court challenging the High Court’s guidelines that restrict arrests inside court premises, arguing that such directions amount to judicial legislation and create practical difficulties for effective law enforcement in practice.
A Special Judge in Agra has set aside the lower court’s order dismissing a sedition complaint against MP and actress Kangana Ranaut. The court directed a fresh hearing after finding procedural lapses in the earlier dismissal.
An FIR has been registered against Union Minister Lalan Singh after a viral video showed him telling supporters to “keep opposition leaders inside their homes” on polling day in Bihar’s Mokama constituency. Authorities booked him under the Representation of the People Act after reviewing surveillance footage.
The Karnataka High Court has stayed the investigation into the Dharmasthala mass burial case after four activists, who initially led the campaign demanding the probe, challenged the legality of the FIR. The court questioned the police’s action and stopped the SIT from summoning them till the next hearing.
Aurangabad Bench of Bombay High Court granted bail to a POCSO accused, stating, “‘It is the case of love between two young persons,’” noting the applicant was also below 18 at the time of the alleged incident.
The Supreme Court set aside Patna HC’s anticipatory bail order in a murder case, stressing that liberty must be balanced with victims’ suffering. The bench directed the accused to surrender within four weeks and apply for regular bail.
Delhi district court lawyers withdrew their strike after Police Commissioner Satish Golcha assured that police officers will physically appear in courts to give evidence. Bar leaders said their immediate demand was met, though BNSS amendment remains a long-term goal.
Delhi Police has issued a new circular under BNSS 2023, stating that ‘police witnesses will now be examined through electronic communication and video conferencing.’ This move aims to speed up legal proceedings and ensure smooth witness examination.
Today, On 4th August, The Supreme Court criticised Rahul Gandhi for his comment on Chinese troops beating Indian soldiers, asking why he posted it on social media and not in Parliament, stating that freedom of speech doesn’t mean saying anything irresponsibly.
Today, On 3d July, The Supreme Court refused to cancel the Rs.1 lakh fine imposed on the Narcotics Control Bureau by the Calcutta High Court but reduced the penalty amount to Rs.50,000, offering partial relief to the agency.
