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Today, On 30th September, Jagdish Tytler, a former Congress leader, challenged murder charges related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots in the Delhi High Court. He claims the trial court’s decision is flawed and insists there is no credible evidence against him, describing the case as a “witch-hunt” after 40 years.
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Today, On 27th September, the CBI found major flaws in the inquest report of the RG Kar rape-murder case, including procedural errors and inadequate documentation, such as insufficient time for examination and vague descriptions of evidence. These discrepancies raise concerns about potential negligence and oversight, prompting further investigation into the case.
High Courts should not order probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) solely on the basis of letters received by it from various private parties, the Supreme Court held Yesterday (Sept 26). Bench held that such an exercise of entrusting an investigation to the CBI can be done only in very rare cases when the court is satisfied that the State police cannot do justice to the case.
Today, On 26th September, Karnataka revoked the CBI’s authorization to investigate within the state, citing concerns of bias amid allegations of targeted actions against opposition leaders, particularly ahead of elections. This decision does not relate to the ongoing MUDA land scam involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who faces scrutiny but denies any wrongdoing.
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A Supreme Court petition demands a Special Investigation Team to probe allegations of animal fat in Tirupati Laddu prasadam, igniting nationwide outrage among devotees. The Hindu Seva Samiti claims this contamination offends religious sentiments, prompting calls for accountability and quality control at the temple, while the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam assures restoration of sanctity.
Today, On 20th August, the CBI asked a Sealdah court for permission to conduct a narco test on Dr. Sandip Ghosh, implicated in the rape-murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. The investigation, now under CBI’s jurisdiction, seeks to clarify complex details amidst public outrage and concerns about a possible cover-up by influential figures.
The CBI informed the court that Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Medical College, was willfully absent from the crime scene in the Kolkata doctor’s rape and murder case. Investigators suspect external influences on Ghosh’s actions, which hindered the investigation, raising concerns about a possible larger conspiracy involving him and police officer Abhijit Mondal.
The father of TikTok star Pooja Chavan opposed a plea for a CBI investigation into her 2021 suicide. BJP leader Chitra Wagh claimed former minister Sanjay Rathod was involved. The High Court noted the father’s lack of grievances against police findings, adding complexity to the ongoing legal proceedings surrounding the case.
Today, On 17th September, Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi Chief Minister, resigned following a Supreme Court order, and named Atishi as his successor. Atishi pledged to work for Kejriwal’s return and urged voters to support the party. She emphasized defending AAP against conspiracies and expressed both gratitude and sadness. Kejriwal called for early elections and declared his quest for “justice from the people’s court.”
BJP MLA approaches Supreme Court to reinstate CBI probe against Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar for disproportionate assets. Karnataka High Court previously dismissed plea, leading to Supreme Court intervention. Justices express concern over High Court decision and issue notice to Karnataka government and Shivakumar. Case involves Centre-State dispute over CBI jurisdiction.