NEW DELHI: Today, 3rd Feb, Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim has filed a petition in the Supreme Court to lift the stay imposed on the trial in the 2015 sacrilege cases. This trial involves incidents of desecration of the Guru Granth Sahib in Punjab. The stay had been issued by the Punjab and Haryana High Court, halting the legal proceedings. Ram Rahim is seeking the vacation of this stay.
Between 2019 and October 2024, the Enforcement Directorate filed 911 chargesheets under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, achieving only 42 convictions, indicating a low conviction rate of approximately 4.6%. With 28% of cases still pending trial, concerns of political bias and misuse of the Act have been raised.
P. Chidambaram challenged the trial court’s cognizance of an ED complaint in the Aircel-Maxis money laundering case. The Delhi High Court stayed proceedings against him, citing the need for prior prosecution sanction. Allegations involve kickbacks for clearing a Rs 3,500 crore deal during Chidambaram’s tenure as Finance Minister.
The CBI arrested V. Chalapathi Rao, a proclaimed offender in a bank fraud case, after 20 years of absconding. Rao had evaded arrest by changing his identity and locations, living under disguises and obtaining multiple Aadhaar cards. He fled to several places in India and was finally apprehended in Tamil Nadu.
Today, On 25th June, The Kerala High Court granted bail to 17 PFI members accused in the 2022 murder of an RSS leader, a significant development in the high-profile case. The accused are also on trial for inciting communal violence. The court’s decision includes restrictions on their movement and communication. The case involves a larger conspiracy and national implications.
The Allahabad High Court criticized the Uttar Pradesh Police for indiscriminately filing chargesheets, emphasizing the need for thorough investigation and adherence to due process. The court highlighted concerns about police practices, calling for accountability and integrity in dispensing justice. It noted the necessity for judicial involvement to uphold principles and protect rights.
On 11th March, The Supreme Court of India has instructed the Manipur government, NIA, and CBI to submit detailed reports on ongoing investigations into violence. The Court is considering whether trials should take place in Assam or Manipur based on the information provided. Chief Justice Chandrachud emphasized the state government’s responsibility for maintaining law and order.
The Delhi High Court Today questioned the Delhi Police on the status of its UAPA case investigation related to the 2020 North-East Delhi riots. The court requested clarification on the possibility of filing a fifth supplementary chargesheet, which will be addressed on March 4. The bail plea of Khalid Saifi, a member of United Against Hate, was also discussed.
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