The Supreme Court closed contempt proceedings against IFS officer Rahul after he apologized for moving the Uttarakhand High Court despite the top court hearing the Corbett case. CJI Gavai said, “The majesty of law is not in punishing the guilty but in forgiving.”
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The Bombay High Court today (23rd Oct) questioned the Maharashtra Government about police accountability regarding the sexual assault of two minor girls in Badlapur. A guilty officer was identified, with further actions pending. The court also emphasized establishing a committee for children’s safety in schools and scheduled a follow-up hearing in six weeks.
The Gujarat High Court dismissed the petition of Civil Judge Mayuri Panchal, who was removed from her position due to “unsuitability” and suspected forgery. Despite efforts to challenge the decision and seek anticipatory bail, her plea was rejected. The court clarified that the termination did not accuse her of misconduct. Panchal argued that her dismissal was stigmatic, but the bench rejected her petition.
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The Bombay High Court criticized Satara police for instructing a college to probe a professor for not using a specific title for historical figure Shivaji. The court emphasized the police exceeded their authority and questioned their understanding of free speech. The police unconditionally withdrew the directive following the court intervention.
The Jharkhand High Court upheld the dismissal of a married police constable for being in a live-in relationship with a woman other than his wife. Despite his acquittal in a rape case filed by his live-in partner, the Court ruled that his behavior violated service rules and warranted dismissal. The case underscores the strict standards for police personnel.
Jharkhand police claimed rats consumed 19 kg of marijuana seized as evidence in a drug case. The drugs were confiscated from a father-son duo in 2018. The police’s unusual explanation has raised doubts, leading to an inquiry. The inability to present crucial evidence is casting suspicion on the case and the guilt of the accused.