Today, On 20th March, The court postponed the hearing in Rahul Gandhi’s defamation case due to an ongoing lawyers’ strike. The case, which has drawn significant political attention, remains unresolved as legal proceedings face delays. The strike has affected court schedules, leading to an indefinite wait for the next hearing. Authorities are yet to announce a new date for the proceedings.
Today, On 21st February, The Supreme Court directed Yasin Malik to appear before it via video conferencing in the IAF personnel killing case. The court also indicated the possibility of allowing his virtual cross-examination. This move aims to ensure legal proceedings while maintaining security concerns. The final decision on the virtual cross-examination is yet to be confirmed.
Uttar Pradesh: A special court on Tuesday conducted a hearing in the defamation case against Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and MP from Raebareli. The case was filed by Vijay Mishra, a local BJP politician, over an alleged objectionable remark made by Gandhi about Home Minister Amit Shah during the 2018 Karnataka Assembly elections.
The case involves an alleged objectionable comment made by the Rae Bareli Congress MP about Union Home Minister Amit Shah during the 2018 Karnataka Assembly elections, leading a local BJP politician, Vijay Mishra, to file a complaint. Sultanpur, UP: A special MP-MLA court in Sultanpur held a hearing on January 2 for a defamation case […]
Today, On 3rd September, The former Tamil Nadu Minister V Senthil Balaji’s remand was extended by the court due to his involvement in a money laundering case connected to a cash-for-jobs scam during his tenure as the Transport Minister (2011-2015). Balaji’s bail plea has been repeatedly rejected, reflecting the complexity and attention surrounding the case. The scandal underscores the pervasive issue of corruption in government positions, particularly in job appointments within the transportation sector.
Today, On 29th August, The Delhi High Court allowed a criminal case to be withdrawn due to the complainant’s “litigation fatigue,” acknowledging the challenges of attending court hearings. Despite the suggestion of underlying reasons, the withdrawal was permitted with the condition that the accused-petitioner pays costs. This case highlights the need for systemic reforms in the judicial system to address litigation fatigue and ensure fair access to justice.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that there are no legal restrictions on filing multiple divorce petitions based on cruelty. This ruling allows individuals to seek divorce repeatedly if they continue to face cruelty, providing legal clarity and protection for victims of ongoing abuse. The decision represents a significant advancement in matrimonial law.
The Supreme Court of India highlighted the need for active participation of courts in trials, especially when public prosecutors neglect their duties. The court stressed the importance of thorough cross-examinations by public prosecutors to uncover the truth. Emphasizing the duty of courts to ascertain truth, it criticized prosecutorial and judicial failures.
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Yesterday, 18th April, The Supreme Court acquitted a man in a 1997 murder case, citing unreliable witness testimony and lack of substantial evidence. Justices overturned previous rulings by lower courts, emphasizing the prosecution’s weak narrative and lack of corroborative evidence. The appellant’s conviction reversed, and he is not required to surrender, being entitled to acquittal due to reasonable doubt.