The Delhi High Court has denied anticipatory bail to Jagadish Das, a proclaimed offender in a cheating case, citing no special grounds for relief. The court noted his evasion of legal processes and refusal to cooperate with investigations. As a result, the court dismissed his plea and ordered him to surrender.
The Kerala High Court has refused to cancel criminal proceedings against the producers of the Malayalam hit film ‘Manjummel Boys’, including actor Soubin Shahir, who allegedly promised a man 40% share of the film’s profit.
The Karnataka High Court quashed the cheating case against BJP MLC Shashil Namoshi. He, along with others, was accused of misappropriating Rs. 65.17 crore. The court’s decision provides relief to Namoshi, who had challenged the allegations. The case involved alleged financial irregularities in a public project.
A Delhi court summoned actor Dharmendra and two others in a cheating case tied to the Garam Dharam Dhaba franchise. Complainant Sushil Kumar alleges he invested Rs. 63 lakh but received no returns or communication. Legal proceedings are initiated under IPC sections for fraud and criminal intimidation, with a hearing set for February 2025.
Satyendar Jain, an AAP leader, filed a defamation case against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, accusing her of making harmful and baseless allegations during a TV interview, which he claims damaged his reputation. The legal dispute highlights escalating defamation lawsuits in political conflicts, reflecting the ongoing rivalry between AAP and BJP.
Today, On 22nd November, The Supreme Court has transferred a cheating case against choreographer Remo D’Souza to a Delhi court to ensure a fair trial. The case revolves around allegations of financial fraud involving an investment in D’Souza’s film, with claims of threats from an underworld figure when the money was not returned.
Today, On 18th November, the Delhi High Court provided relief to Gautam Gambhir in a cheating case related to a housing project. Gambhir challenged a sessions court’s reversal of a trial court discharge decision. Allegations involve irregularities in the ‘Serra Bella’ project, promoted by companies he was associated with, causing financial losses for homebuyers.
The Bombay High Court dismissed a cheating case against a woman who eloped before her wedding. The court highlighted her struggle to express her romantic relationship. The judges ruled that there was no evidence of deception, emphasizing the absence of dishonest intent. The woman’s family faced defamation and embarrassment after the elopement.
A Mumbai court has expressed serious concerns over the incomplete investigation into funds collected by BJP leader Kirit Somaiya and his son for the decommissioned INS Vikrant. The court has ordered the police to conduct a more thorough probe and submit a detailed report.
Former Chandigarh MP Kirron Kher, undergoing chemotherapy for cancer, seeks to record her statement via video conferencing in an ongoing case against businessman Chaittnya Aggarwal. The court hearing is set for June 12. Kher’s request highlights the need to accommodate individuals with severe medical conditions in judicial processes, with the court allowing her testimony via video conference.
