Today, On 19th November, The Supreme Court said it “cannot issue blanket protection orders” for doctors participating in protests after the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, noting that protection must depend on specific facts while the larger issue of safety remains under scrutiny.
Today, On 20th January, The Kerala High Court raised doubts about the POCSO case filed against journalists from Reporter TV. The Court observed that neither the minor girl involved nor her guardians had lodged any complaint. It assured that the journalists would be granted bail if arrested. The case has drawn attention to the role of media and legal procedures in such matters.
The Sealdah court convicted Sanjay Roy for the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Hospital, a case that triggered nationwide outrage. While BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari welcomed the verdict, he urged further investigation into alleged conspiracies involving other officials. The sentencing is scheduled for January 20.
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Allu Arjun was charged in connection with a stampede that occurred during the premiere of Pushpa 2 at Sandhya Theatre, which resulted in a woman’s death and injuries to her son. He was granted bail after his arrest and agreed to support the victim’s family financially, providing Rs 2 crores for their aid.
Today, On 5th September, The Delhi High Court ordered the Delhi Development Authority to compensate the families of a mother and son who tragically died after falling into an open drain in Ghazipur. The court instructed the DDA to pay Rs 20 lakh as a humanitarian gesture. The incident raised concerns about safety measures in the area, prompting the court’s decision.
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Yesterday, On 22nd August, The Bombay High Court initially declined to intervene in a petition challenging the legality of a bandh organized by Maha Vikas Aghadi. The court noted that existing laws and state authorities were sufficient to handle law and order issues. After hearing arguments, the court agreed to hear the matter but cautioned against political overtones in the proceedings.
Former Madras High Court judge Justice PN Prakash criticized the appointment of public prosecutors, pointing out that their political affiliations undermine the legal system. He also highlighted issues of perjury, civil suits, and language barriers faced by migrant workers in criminal cases. The discussion also covered the impact of civil disputes on criminal cases and the challenges faced by magistrates.