The Delhi High Court has asked the CBI to respond to a plea seeking transfer of the probe into a Class 10 student’s suicide. The boy’s father alleges teacher harassment and lack of a fair investigation by local police.
Tihar Jail told a Delhi court that accused godman Chaitanyananda is being held in “safe and secure custody” despite his claims of life threats inside prison. Jail officials said he named no one and assured the court that security measures are already in place.
The Delhi High Court has asked Delhi Police to submit a full update on all FIRs and investigations related to the 2020 riots. The court noted that despite alternate legal remedies, petitions have remained pending for six years.
Swami Chaitanyananda, also known as Parth Sarthy, was remanded to 14-day judicial custody in Delhi following allegations of sexual harassment, molestation of female students, and forgery. Delhi Police recovered forged documents and devices during the ongoing investigation.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was attacked during a public hearing by Rajesh Sakriya, reportedly upset over stray dog relocation. BJP suspects political motives, while AAP condemns the violence and calls for strict action.
The investigation into partially burnt currency notes found at Justice Yashwant Varma’s residence is intensifying, following a Supreme Court-appointed committee’s inspection. Delhi Police sealed the area, and a petition has been filed for an FIR against Varma, questioning the need for a judicial inquiry. Varma denies corruption claims, labeling them a conspiracy.
Today(on 12th August), The Delhi High Court granted interim protection from arrest to former IAS officer Puja Khedkar until August 21, directing Delhi Police not to detain her before the next hearing. This relief comes amid serious allegations of fraudulently clearing the UPSC examination.
Delhi court denies bail today to former trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar accused of fraudulently clearing UPSC exam by misusing OBC and Persons with Disabilities reservations. Allegations include altering identity details for additional exam attempts. UPSC cancels her selection, and the police have filed a case. Background includes family members’ legal troubles.
Today(on 17th May),AAP Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal arrives at Tis Hazari Court to record her statement under Section 164, following her complaint leading to an FIR against an aide to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal for alleged assault at the Chief Minister’s residence.
Today(on 20th March), The Patiala House Court in Delhi has extended the NewsClick case investigation by 10 days over allegations of pro-China propaganda and illegal foreign funding. This marks the third extension granted by Additional Sessions Judge Hardeep Kaur. The accused individuals’ judicial custody has also been prolonged, with significant amounts of foreign funds alleged to have been illegally injected into India.
