A Jammu court has summoned BCCI President Mithun Manhas, JKCA officials, and journalists in a criminal defamation case filed by ex-cop and cricketer Sudershan Mehta. The case alleges false press statements and misuse of authority within JKCA.
In Rameshan v. State of Kerala, the High Court permitted an accused working abroad to reply to the trial court’s questions under Section 351 BNSS through videoconferencing or an authenticated written statement. Justice C.S. Dias said there is “no legal impediment” in allowing remote or written responses.
A First Information Report (FIR) is a key document that starts the criminal justice process in India. It is prepared by the police when they receive information about a cognizable offence. An FIR is crucial as it ensures that the police take up the investigation of a case. It’s essentially the first official report about a crime and serves as the foundation for further legal action. Understanding what an FIR is and how it works empowers you to seek justice effectively and ensures your voice is heard.
The Calcutta High Court instructed the Central Government to designate the National Institute of Biomedical Genomics as a Central Forensic Sciences Laboratory under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. The BNSS requires forensic examination of crime scenes, especially for cases with punishments of seven years or more, putting pressure on existing forensic laboratories. The Court emphasized the necessity of DNA and forensic analysis for thorough investigations, particularly in rape cases.
The Centre has confirmed that three new criminal laws—BNS 2023, BNSS 2023, and BSA 2023—will replace the IPC, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act from July 1, 2024, to modernize India’s criminal justice system. These laws represent a significant shift, addressing contemporary crime dynamics and incorporating global best practices.
