Today, On 11th June,In the RCB stampede case, the Karnataka High Court questioned the arrest of Nikhil Sosale, saying, “You can’t arrest someone just because they came to your house,” and raised concerns about due process violations.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court granted bail to Manan Aggarwal, accused in a car crash that killed two Jindal Global Law School students. The court noted his 11-month custody, examined witnesses, and insufficient evidence of intoxication. Despite opposition, the bail was justified due to lack of proof and completed witness examinations.
MSU law student Rakshit Chaurasiya was denied bail following a fatal crash in Vadodara that resulted in one death and seven injuries. The court cited reckless driving under drug influence, with Chaurasiya speeding at 140 km/h during Holi. He faces potential life imprisonment under new legislation, with ongoing investigations into drug use.
The Supreme Court ruled that the Unnao rape survivor will continue to receive CRPF security due to ongoing safety concerns, while security for her family and witnesses was removed post-conviction of Kuldeep Sengar. The court advised those feeling unsafe to contact local police for assistance. Sengar is appealing his conviction.
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on March 18 seeking to bar candidates facing serious criminal charges from contesting elections. The petition aims to strengthen electoral integrity by preventing individuals accused of grave offenses from entering public office. The case raises concerns about criminalization in politics and its impact on governance.