The Supreme Court held that a woman’s statement recorded by police under Section 161 CrPC can be treated as a valid dying declaration. The Court also summoned the husband’s relatives for further proceedings in the case before it.
During a Supreme Court hearing, Justice JB Pardiwala questioned a lawyer about presenting a weak case, only to learn that it was his first argument in the apex court. The lawyer revealed that he had served 20 years in the Indian Air Force, including a posting in Bhuj, before joining the legal profession. Surprised, the bench asked if he was a pilot, to which he clarified that he worked as a technician and legal head in the Air Force.
Sanjay Roy was convicted by the Sealdah court for the rape and murder of a female doctor, with Judge Anirban Das presiding over the brief session. Despite claiming innocence and insisting a Rudraksha necklace proved it, evidence from the CBI pointed to his guilt. Sentencing is set for January 22, 2025.
Boby Chemmanur, a businessman, was arrested on January 8, 2025, after actress Honey Rose accused him of sexual harassment during a jewellery event. The Kerala High Court granted him bail, subject to strict conditions, emphasizing the need for caution in societal comments about body image. Chemmanur denied the charges, claiming they were baseless.
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The Allahabad High Court has granted conditional bail to Ram Khelawan, a 70-year-old man accused of unnatural sexual acts with a cow. The court considered the seriousness of the charges, potential punishment, and lack of concerns regarding flight or witness intimidation. The defense argued the accused’s innocence and lack of criminal history, while the State counsel’s counterarguments were deemed insubstantial.
New Delhi: On Monday (8th April): The Supreme Court questioned the Central Government’s resistance to granting permanent commission to women officers in the Indian Coast Guard, emphasizing the need for gender equality in all branches of the armed forces. The Court criticized the Coast Guard for not complying with directives and emphasized women’s capability to serve in defense roles, advocating for equal opportunities.
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The Delhi High Court has reserved its judgment on Arvind Kejriwal’s plea challenging his arrest in the Delhi excise policy case. The ED seeks to attach AAP properties but raises concerns about the timing due to the upcoming elections, as reported by the Additional Solicitor General. The court is also considering the ED’s request to attach AAP properties.