On 16th March (Saturday): The Bombay High Court denied anticipatory bail to P. Kumar, a senior PESO official implicated in a license scam. Investigations uncovered his involvement in expediting an application in exchange for bribes. The CBI’s FIR lists other PESO officials and a private individual as accused parties. Kumar’s plea rejection stemmed from prima facie evidence of corruption.
Today (13th March): A transformer explosion at Patna Civil Court led to two fatalities and multiple injuries. Devendra Prasad, a disabled lawyer, was among the casualties. The injured were taken to Patna Medical College and Hospital. Lawyers protested the retrieval of a victim’s body, citing negligence. The police assured legal action and compensation for the bereaved family.
Today(On 12th March), The Calcutta High Court dismissed Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan’s anticipatory bail plea in the PDS scandal, upholding the integrity of the investigation. The decision highlights the court’s commitment to transparency and justice in combating corruption within the public distribution system. The case involves significant individuals and has sparked widespread interest.
The Patna High Court condemned the assault on junior advocates, highlighting safety and justice issues in the city. The police’s inadequate response led to court intervention, including the removal of an officer and the formation of a Special Investigating Team. This case underscores the need for systemic changes to ensure safety and justice for all in Patna.
The Orissa High Court has directed police and the DMET over a case of medical negligence involving the death of 12-year-old Md. Aftab. Efforts to expedite the inquiry and emphasize accountability were stressed, following a petition filed against the inaction of the Purighat police station in Cuttack. The court has demanded inquiries and affidavits by March 4, 2024.
The Delhi High Court has issued notice to the Delhi Police following a plea by Prabir Purkayastha challenging the UAPA FIR against him. The case involves allegations of illicit foreign funds, press freedom, and the use of UAPA against journalists. This legal challenge holds significant implications for media freedom and the application of anti-terrorism laws in India.
The Telangana High Court has expressed its stern disapproval of the Karimnagar Two Town police station’s failure to register a First Information Report (FIR) against the son of a district judge. The allegations involve serious charges of assault and sexual harassment brought forward by a dismissed woman employee, highlighting a troubling disregard for legal procedures […]
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has taken his case to the Supreme Court after the High Court rejected his plea to dismiss a 2022 case related to a protest march. The march aimed to demand a minister’s resignation and resulted in an FIR against Congress leaders. Siddaramaiah contends that the protest was peaceful and did not constitute an unlawful assembly.
The Supreme Court of India ruled that advising a partner to marry according to parental wishes does not constitute abetment to suicide, setting a precedent for future cases. The court clarified that instigation or facilitation of suicide must be proven for abetment. This judgment emphasizes the distinction between relationship complexities and legal accountability.
The Bombay High Court quashed an FIR filed by a judicial officer against her husband and in-laws, citing lack of evidence to support claims of obstruction of judicial duties. The timing of the FIR, lodged a month after the alleged incident, suggested it was a reaction to matrimonial discord. The judgment set a precedent against misusing legal avenues for personal vendettas, reinforcing the judiciary’s role in impartial justice.