In a development, the Lucknow High Court administration initiated action against police officials over an unauthorized entry into the court premises and an advocate’s chamber. FIR No.0035/2026 was registered at Vibhutti Khand Station under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 there.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court granted anticipatory bail to Yagna Teja Reddy and his family, accused of marital harassment and forced abortion. The court highlighted a significant delay in filing the complaint and the lack of evidence. Conditions for bail included surrendering to police and cooperating with the investigation.
Kerala: A Kerala court on Friday, 28th Feb, granted bail to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader PC George in a hate speech case filed against him for making derogatory comments about the Muslim community.The case began after PC George made controversial statements during a televised debate on Janam TV on January 5.
The Supreme Court today (18th Dec) reserved judgment on a petition advocating for a comprehensive rehabilitation framework and enhanced victim protection in human trafficking cases. Senior Advocate Aparna Bhat argued the lack of effective institutional measures, emphasizing the need for a specialized agency, while the Union contended existing laws and structures are adequate for addressing trafficking.
Amit Vyas, representing Coldplay fans in India, has filed a criminal complaint with Mumbai’s Economic Offences Wing against BookMyShow and Live Nation, alleging ticketing fraud for the band’s upcoming concerts. He claims unethical practices and manipulation enabled ticket bots to thrive, depriving genuine fans of access and leading to inflated resale prices.
Today, On 3rd September, The ‘Aparajita Woman and Child Bill (West Bengal Criminal Laws and Amendment) 2024’ passed by the West Bengal Assembly introduces the death penalty for rape and murder convictions. It amends existing laws, including the POCSO Act, to ensure stricter punishment and faster trial timelines, with a focus on protecting survivors and victims of all ages.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has allowed flexibility in filing new cases under either newly implemented or old criminal laws, stressing that the Registry cannot object based on the chosen legal framework. The recent implementation of three new criminal laws in India has sparked controversy amid efforts to modernize and Indianize the justice system, with some states considering state-level amendments in response.
