Today, On 19th September, the Delhi High Court issued a notice to Puja Khedkar regarding a perjury case linked to the UPSC. The allegations include submitting false documents and misleading affidavits to manipulate court decisions. The next hearing is scheduled for September 26, coinciding with Khedkar’s anticipatory bail plea.
An Indian Air Force Wing Commander accused of rape and forced oral sex by a junior colleague was granted pre-arrest bail by the Jammu and Kashmir High Court. The court allowed the investigation to continue but prohibited filing a chargesheet without its permission, citing concerns about the officer’s career. The Flying Officer detailed the harassment and alleged biased handling of the case, expressing severe mental toll.
An FIR filed against Kerala lawyer TK Ajan for indecent behavior during a virtual court appearance. He allegedly exposed himself and made obscene gestures, leading to the termination of the video conference session by the court. The charges include offenses under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Kerala Police Act. This incident highlights challenges posed by virtual court hearings in maintaining courtroom decorum.
The High Court granted pre-arrest bail to Nitin Bode, an insurance agent accused of promoting armed struggle against the Modi government. Bode allegedly circulated an article on WhatsApp with the slogan “Jai Bharat, Jai Samvidhan, Jai Naxalvad.” Despite legal scrutiny, the court found no intention to disrupt peace and ordered Bode to surrender his phone and report to the police.
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Today, On 29th August, A Criminal Public Interest Litigation has been filed in the Bombay High Court, seeking an FIR against Public Works Department engineers following the collapse of a 40-foot statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Maharashtra. The petition emphasizes the need for accountability, public safety, and the integrity of public works. This incident has sparked widespread concern and ignited a debate on the quality of public infrastructure projects.
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The Special Investigation Team (SIT) filed a 2,144-page chargesheet against Prajwal Revanna and HD Revanna in connection with four cases of sexual assault and harassment. The chargesheet includes over 130 witnesses and forensic evidence. Prajwal is accused of rape, while HD Revanna is charged with sexual harassment. Prajwal was arrested and is currently in judicial custody.
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Today, On 26th June, In the NEET paper leak case, two accused in Patna are now in CBI custody, as the agency investigates six cases across Bihar, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan. The suspects were initially held by the Bihar Police’s Economic Offences Wing. The CBI is also looking into reported irregularities in NEET exams and manipulations with OMR sheets.
Today, On 15th May, The Calcutta High Court instructed police to hold off on taking action against BJP’s Amit Malviya regarding his controversial Saraswati Puja tweet. The court’s intervention provides temporary relief as it assesses whether the tweet incited communal animosity. Malviya faces charges under Sections 153A and 505 of the IPC for promoting communal enmity and public mischief.
Today, On 13th May JDS Leader HD Revanna granted bail in a kidnapping case related to the Karnataka sex scandal. He held for three days and required to post a bail bond of Rs. 5 lakh. The court imposed several conditions for his release. Allegations against him involve his son Prajwal Revanna. Public interest in the case is high.
Today, On 3rd May, The Supreme Court emphasized legal reforms within the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita to address cruelty against women, urging the Centre to review sections 85 and 86 to prevent exploitation. The focus on strengthening legal frameworks aims to enhance protections for women and prevent misuse, promoting fairness and efficiency in legal proceedings.