A local court remanded former IPS officer and Azad Sena president Amitabh Thakur to 14 days judicial custody in a defamation case linked to a social media video. The case arose from a complaint filed at Chowk station.
The Supreme Court today directed no coercive actions against ABP News journalist Jagvinder Patial, who interviewed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The Punjab and Haryana High Court had ordered an FIR to investigate the circumstances of the interview. The journalist’s lawyer argued the interview was part of a sting operation to expose corruption, seeking protection for the journalist against potential arrest.
The Madras High Court expressed concerns about misuse of the LGBTQ dating app Grindr, prompting a suggestion to consider blocking it. The court instructed the police to inform the central government about the app’s involvement in criminal activities and urged them to take appropriate action. The scrutiny of Grindr reflects the judiciary’s proactive approach to digital challenges.
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Today (28th May): The CBI and ED opposed BRS leader K Kavitha’s bail plea, citing concerns about evidence tampering and witness influence in the Delhi excise policy case. Kavitha’s counsel argued for her release, emphasizing cooperation and innocence. The case involves alleged irregularities in the modification of the excise policy, resulting in a purported loss to the exchequer.
On Friday (12th April): Former Congress councillor and lawyer Ishrat Jahan, accused in the Delhi Riots case, has been allowed by a Delhi court to practice law outside the National Capital Territory of Delhi. This decision comes after her bail condition was modified, as there have been no breaches since her bail was granted. This move expands her professional opportunities beyond the NCR jurisdiction.
A New Delhi court criticized the handling of a narcotics seizure case, calling for action against a police officer who targeted minor offenders while allowing the main supplier to escape. The court expressed concern over the promotion of criminal activities and demanded an action report within one month from the Special Commissioner of Police.