The Allahabad High Court denied bail to Ashraf Khan for posting objectionable content against PM Modi and the armed forces, saying misuse of social media under the cover of free speech has become a disturbing trend.
Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal inaugurated Bennett University’s international conference titled “Beyond Gender: Navigating the Intersectionality of Justice,” focusing on inclusive governance, legal evolution, and intersectional issues like gender, caste, and disability in justice.
The Calcutta High Court directed disciplinary action against six police officers for mishandling a sexual assault complaint by an IAS officer’s wife, citing procedural lapses and tampering with the complaint. The case has been transferred to the Deputy Commissioner of Women Police for further investigation.
The Delhi High Court highlighted the need to discard outdated criminal laws in favor of newly enacted legislation, reinforcing Parliament’s intent. The court condemned reliance on old laws in new petitions, urging adherence to the updated legal framework established on July 1, 2024, to enhance justice effectiveness and align with modern societal needs.
India is poised to undertake a landmark revision by amending three laws from the colonial era: the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), and the Indian Evidence Act. The Central Government has issued a notification stating that three recently enacted criminal laws will come into force on July 1st, 2024.
