A high court advocate in Hyderabad faces legal action for alleged harassment and stalking of a woman within court premises. The case raises concerns about safety and professionalism in legal settings. Authorities have filed an FIR against the advocate, invoking relevant sections of the IPC to address the serious nature of the allegations and protect women’s rights.
Today, 16th April, In Mumbai, the court extended the police custody of Vaibhav Pandya until April 19 in a cheating case involving Hardik Pandya’s stepbrother. Vaibhav, accused of defrauding the cricketer brothers of over Rs 4 crore, allegedly breached a partnership agreement, leading to financial losses for the Pandya brothers. The case is under investigation.
On Wednesday (10th April): The Punjab government informed the Supreme Court that it will temporarily suspend the trial of Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira in a 2015 drug case. Khaira filed a plea challenging his arrest, which was initially deemed lawful. The court adjourned the matter for four weeks, with the government assuring that the trial will not proceed until the next hearing.
In Uttar Pradesh, a female civil judge received a death threat via letter, prompting a swift FIR filing by the police against unknown individuals at the Kotwali Nagar police station in Banda district. The judge, who had previously reported alleged sexual harassment, awaits justice as investigations into both matters continue amid concerns for her safety.
In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court emphasized that the police cannot engage in monetary recovery or act as a civil court after unsuccessful civil proceedings. Justices highlighted the distinction between civil and criminal matters and stressed that individuals should not face criminal trials if no offense is evident in the complaint. The Court dismissed all criminal proceedings in the matter.