Any Complaint Against Public Servants Before Magistrate Must Be in Writing With Affidavit: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has held that any complaint seeking a court-ordered investigation against a public servant under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita must be filed in writing and supported by an affidavit to prevent misuse and ensure accountability.

“Suspend Cops Who Don’t Give Written Grounds of Arrest”: Allahabad High Court Cracks Down on Illegal Arrests

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that police officers who fail to disclose specific grounds of arrest in writing will face suspension and departmental action. Declaring such arrests illegal, the court said mere form-filling without substance violates constitutional rights and due process.

Supreme Court Cracks Down on Delays: High Courts Ordered to Submit BNSS Charge-Framing Data Urgently

The Supreme Court has directed all High Courts to quickly provide data on delays in framing charges under the BNSS. This move aims to create strict guidelines and prevent long custody periods without charges.

Telangana High Court Quashes Cases Over Tweets Criticising Congress; Issues Key Guidelines for FIRs on Political Social Media Posts

The Telangana High Court struck down three criminal cases against an X user for tweets critical of CM Revanth Reddy’s Congress government, ruling them protected free speech. The Court also laid down strict guidelines for police and magistrates on handling FIRs in social media cases.

Delhi Police Commissionerate Writes to District Judge on LG Notification Over Virtual Evidence Dissemination

Delhi Police has told district judges that only formal witnesses may be examined virtually, while material witnesses will continue in physical mode. The letter follows the LG’s notification on evidence dissemination that sparked lawyers’ protests.

No WhatsApp Notices: Supreme Court Says Police Must Physically Serve Section 35 BNSS Notice

Supreme Court rules that police must serve Section 35 BNSS notices through physical delivery, not WhatsApp. Court emphasizes that liberty cannot be compromised by digital shortcuts.

‘No Direct Evidence’: Allahabad High Court Grants Bail to Jama Masjid Chairman in Sambhal Violence Case

Allahabad High Court granted bail to Zafar Ali, citing lack of direct proof linking him to the Sambhal mosque violence. The court said custody can’t be used as punishment without prima facie evidence.

Court Grants Permission to Kejriwal’s Aide Bibhav Kumar to Travel to Sri Lanka: “Accused Has Not Only the Right but Also Duty Towards His Family”

A Delhi court allowed Bibhav Kumar, aide to former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, to travel to Sri Lanka, stating that the accused has “not only the right but also duty towards his family” for a vacation.

Pune Court Says Rahul Gandhi Cannot Be Forced to Submit Book Quoted in Speech Against Savarkar

A Pune court rejected Satyaki Savarkar’s plea seeking to compel Rahul Gandhi to produce a book cited in his 2023 speech. The court held it would violate Article 20(3) of the Constitution.

“Defamed as Terrorist”: J&K Court Orders FIR Against Zee News, News18 Over Operation Sindoor Report

A Poonch court has ordered FIRs against Zee News and News18 India for defaming a deceased teacher by falsely labeling him as a terrorist during Operation Sindoor coverage. The court criticized the channels for spreading unverified information that harmed the reputation of the victim and his family, emphasizing responsible journalism.