Prajwal Revanna, former MP and grandson of ex-PM HD Deve Gowda, reviewed alleged sex videos linked to a scandal in a closed court session, involving data from his driver’s phone. The court denied full access to video evidence, emphasizing victim privacy and allegations of serious charges against Revanna, including sexual harassment and rape.
Prajwal Revanna approached the Karnataka High Court seeking copies of digital evidence in the rape cases against him. He is accused in four cases of rape and sexual assault, with his bail applications for two cases and pre-arrest bail plea for the others being rejected by the High Court last year. The request for digital evidence is part of his ongoing legal battle. Revanna continues to fight the charges in the court.
Vishnu Shankar Jain, a lawyer representing the Hindu side in a mosque-temple dispute, filed an FIR after receiving a threatening comment on social media from Nidhi Jha, inciting community tensions. The case includes charges of criminal intimidation and provocation. The Supreme Court emphasizes maintaining peace amid ongoing disputes and violence in Sambhal.
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.
The Kerala High Court ruled that public prosecutors must independently evaluate cases before seeking withdrawal under Section 321 of the CrPC, rather than merely following government directives. Justice K. Babu emphasized the importance of assessing evidence to ensure public interest is served. The court dismissed a petition challenging a trial court’s decision to continue prosecution.
The Delhi High Court is reviewing former Wrestling Federation of India president Brij Bhushan Singh’s plea to quash an FIR filed against him for sexual harassment following a Supreme Court intervention. Singh claims he was wrongfully accused and argues the investigation showed bias, with the next hearing set for January 13.
The Karnataka High Court directed the Director General of Police to alert all police stations about a woman who has filed 10 criminal cases against different men over the past decade. It also instructed that no further complaints should be registered on her behalf without a preliminary inquiry, aiming to prevent misuse of the legal system.
The Delhi High Court upheld the lower court’s decision to quash the police FIR against BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain in a rape case, providing significant relief. The court found no errors and dismissed the complainant’s revision petition, citing evidence that contradicted the allegations. This ruling was issued on Friday.
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