The Patna High Court ordered BPSC to safeguard CCTV footage from exam centres amid allegations of irregularities in the 70th BPSC PT exam. The next crucial hearing is on February 28.
The Supreme Court of India Today (Feb 11) acquitted Gambhir Singh, who was sentenced to death for the 2012 murder of his brother, sister-in-law, and their four children, citing serious flaws in the prosecution’s case. The Court found no strong evidence proving his guilt, highlighting failures in proving motive, last-seen evidence, and weapon recovery. “The fabric of the prosecution case is full of holes and holes which are impossible to mend,” the Bench noted while ordering Singh’s immediate release.
A 52-year-old man died by suicide in Madhya Pradesh’s Bhopal after his wife filed a dowry harassment case against him after 30 years of marriage. When the man was in hospital, his wife approached the police and filed another complaint against him, claiming that he attempted suicide to pressure her into withdrawing the case, a police officer said.
The Delhi High Court Today (Jan 29) denied AAP MLA Naresh Balyan’s request for custody parole, which he sought to help in his wife’s election campaign. Arrested for alleged links to gangster Kapil Sangwan’s crime syndicate, Balyan failed to meet the strict bail conditions under MCOCA. Despite his lawyer citing a Supreme Court ruling on Tahir Hussain, the court ruled his case was different and refused relief.
The Delhi High Court Today (Jan 29) denied AAP MLA Naresh Balyan’s request for custody parole, which he sought to help in his wife’s election campaign. Arrested for alleged links to gangster Kapil Sangwan’s crime syndicate, Balyan failed to meet the strict bail conditions under MCOCA. Despite his lawyer citing a Supreme Court ruling on Tahir Hussain, the court ruled his case was different and refused relief.
The Supreme Court temporarily halted a rape trial against a retired army officer, who claims the complainant has a history of filing false cases, including six similar allegations. The Court has directed the State to verify these claims and submit a sworn affidavit within three weeks, with the next hearing set for February 19, 2025. Meanwhile, trial proceedings remain stayed.
A Kerala court Today (Jan 20) sentenced Greeshma to death for poisoning her lover, Sharon Raj, after her family arranged her marriage to another man. The 23-year-old victim died of organ failure days after consuming a poisoned Ayurvedic tonic. Greeshma’s uncle received three years in prison, while her mother was acquitted. The case, which sparked public outrage, highlighted a tragic tale of betrayal and conspiracy.
A Kerala court Today (Jan 17) convicted Greeshma for the murder of her boyfriend, Sharon Raj, by poisoning him with a laced Ayurvedic tonic in October 2022. The crime stemmed from her desire to end their relationship after her family arranged her marriage to another man. Greeshma’s uncle was also found guilty of hiding evidence, while her mother was acquitted. Sharon’s tragic death, caused by multiple organ failure, sparked outrage and led to an in-depth investigation, culminating in the guilty verdict. The sentencing is scheduled for January 18, 2025.
The Supreme Court dismissed a petition against former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati over alleged misuse of public funds for life-size statues of herself, Kanshi Ram, and elephants. The case, dating back to 2009, claimed misuse of Rs 52.20 crore. The decision coincides with Mayawati’s 69th birthday, closing a decade-long matter.
In the tragic Worli hit-and-run case, Pradeep Nakhawa has petitioned the Bombay High Court to add a murder charge under Section 103 of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita against Mihir Shah, son of Shiv Sena leader Rajesh Shah, and his driver. The incident, involving a BMW dragging his wife Kaveri to her death, has sparked outrage over alleged investigative bias and the accused’s reckless actions.