Mumbai: The Bombay High Court heard arguments regarding the custodial death of Akshay Shinde, an accused in a sexual assault case. Senior Advocate Manjula Rao, appointed as Amicus Curiae, emphasized that the police should have immediately registered a First Information Report (FIR) after Shinde’s death.
NEW DELHI: On Wednesday(22nd Jan), the Delhi High Court granted interim bail to Kuldeep Singh Sengar, a former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA and convicted in the Unnao rape case, so that he could undergo cataract surgery.
Today, On 16th January, Kuldeep Sengar approached the High Court, seeking suspension of his sentence in the case related to the death of the Unnao rape survivor’s father. He has requested the court to delay his prison term while his appeal is pending. Sengar was convicted in connection with the father’s death, which occurred under suspicious circumstances. The court will now review his petition to decide on the matter.
Delhi High Court today (23rd Dec) has extended expelled BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar’s interim bail for four weeks, allowing medical consultations at AIIMS following his life sentence for rape and 10-year term for custodial death. Despite opposition from the survivor’s lawyer, health concerns influenced the decision. Next hearing scheduled for January 27, 2025.
The Delhi High Court on Thursday (5th Dec) granted medical bail to Kuldeep Singh Sengar, a convicted BJP MLA in the Unnao rape case, for treatment of retinal detachment. He will undergo a 3-4 day assessment at AIIMS Delhi, monitored by local authorities. The survivor’s advocate opposed the bail, citing safety concerns and adequate prison care.
Today, On 2nd December, The Bombay High Court criticized the CID for its negligent investigation into the murder of Akshay Shinde, an accused in a sexual assault case. The court expressed concerns about the lack of seriousness, emphasizing the need for thorough investigations to ensure justice. A hearing is scheduled for January 20, 2025, for further review.
On Monday(16th Sept),The Gauhati High Court has addressed the custodial death of Tafazzul Islam, a 24-year-old gang rape suspect, by issuing notices to government officials. This action follows a petition from Abdul Awal, the deceased’s father, demanding a comprehensive investigation and compensation.
The Supreme Court has today issued a notice to the Gujarat Government regarding former police officer Sanjiv Bhatt’s appeal against his conviction and life sentence in a 1990 custodial death case. Bhatt, along with other officers, was found guilty of custodial torture following communal riots. The case will be heard alongside related appeals.
Anuj Thapan’s family urges Bombay High Court for a CBI probe into his death in police custody. His mother alleges foul play, seeking justice, transparency, and release of CCTV footage, CDR, and a fresh post-mortem. Thapan, arrested in connection to a shooting outside Salman Khan’s residence, died under suspicious circumstances, casting doubt over the investigation.
