The Delhi High Court on Monday rejected activist Devangana Kalita’s plea to reconstruct police case diaries in a 2020 Delhi riots case. The court, however, confirmed an interim order directing the police to preserve the diaries.
NEW DELHI: 24th March, The Delhi High Court directs Delhi Police to submit a note on the role of accused Tasleem Ahmed in the larger conspiracy behind the Delhi riots. Previously, Delhi High Court has decided to list the bail plea of Tasleem Ahmed before the roster bench for hearing. Earlier, a special bench was hearing his plea along with other accused in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case.
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Devangana Kalita has petitioned the Delhi High Court for the preservation and reconstruction of her case diary, alleging police tampering with evidence in the 2020 Delhi riots case. The High Court has instructed the Delhi Police to submit a status report, with the next hearing set for November 25. Kalita was previously released on bail after multiple arrests related to the riots.
Today(12th Sept), The Delhi High Court directed the trial court to hold off on any final orders in the 2020 Delhi Riots conspiracy case. This decision came during a hearing on a petition by accused Devangana Kalita, with Justice Neena Bansal Krishna emphasizing that while arguments can proceed, no final ruling should be issued until further review.
Today, 24th April,Umar Khalid’s lawyer argued in court that the allegations against him do not amount to a terrorism offense, emphasizing the lack of evidence. The defense also highlighted media scrutiny and called for a fair legal process. Khalid’s bail request is under consideration, with the next hearing scheduled for May 7. The lawyer cited inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case and urged the court to assess the evidence critically.
The Delhi Court denied Tahir Hussain’s bail request, citing substantial grounds under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. The court found prima facie evidence of his involvement in funding and orchestrating the 2020 Delhi riots. Witness statements and financial evidence supported the decision, emphasizing the gravity of the allegations. The ruling underscores the strict scrutiny of UAPA cases.
The Delhi High Court has issued a notice on petitions filed by Devangana Kalita, a key figure in the Delhi riots cases, including one under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). Kalita seeks access to certain videos of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA)-National Register of Citizens (NRC) protests and chats from WhatsApp groups of police […]