The Supreme Court today (18th Dec) reserved judgment on a petition advocating for a comprehensive rehabilitation framework and enhanced victim protection in human trafficking cases. Senior Advocate Aparna Bhat argued the lack of effective institutional measures, emphasizing the need for a specialized agency, while the Union contended existing laws and structures are adequate for addressing trafficking.
Three new criminal laws, described as a significant modernization of India’s criminal justice system, have been praised by Dr. Adish C. Aggarwala. These laws include specific timelines for trials and verdicts, aiming to strengthen the response to crimes and increase public confidence. They cover substantive crime, procedure, and evidence, with plans for widespread implementation and public education.
On Thursday(21st March),A petition filed in the Bombay High Court seeks FIRs against politicians for hate speeches following Mira Road violence. Prominent politicians, including Nitesh Rane, T Raja Singh, and Geeta Jain, are accused of exacerbating tensions with their speeches. The petitioners highlight police inaction and emphasize the need for unbiased law enforcement to maintain communal harmony.
