The Supreme Court urged the Centre to create a policy to stop foreign nationals from escaping after committing crimes in India. The direction came as a Nigerian accused, Alex David, jumped bail with no extradition treaty in place.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court criticized a Canadian father for violating a Canadian custody order by keeping his child in India. The court emphasized that Indian jurisdiction cannot be exploited to bypass valid foreign rulings. Ultimately, it ruled that the child should return to his mother in Canada, prioritizing the child’s welfare.
Today, On 28th March, The Delhi High Court once again Set-aside the government’s decision to cancel the OCI card of Professor Ashok Swain. This marks the second time the court has quashed the revocation order. The ruling reinforces Swain’s right to retain his Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) status. The case highlights ongoing legal battles over citizenship rights and government decisions.
The Supreme Court of India ruled that foreign nationals facing criminal charges cannot leave the country until legal matters are resolved. It emphasized that bail conditions must respect privacy rights and cannot include invasive measures like tracking. The court clarified that civil authorities have limited roles in foreigner bail applications, ensuring justice is served.
The Delhi High Court directed Ashneer Grover and his wife to provide a Rs 80 crore property security before traveling to the US. They were also prohibited from visiting UAE due to their golden visa status. The Economic Offences Wing opposed their travel request, citing concerns of owning properties abroad and being a flight risk. They are accused of a fraud worth Rs 81 crore at BharatPe.
The Allahabad High Court has urged the Union government to consider forming an international treaty to address challenges in prosecuting foreign nationals, particularly regarding bail, interpreters, and consular support. The court emphasized the need for fair treatment and the prevention of exploitation of legal gaps. The case will resume on April 18.
