Today, On 24th September, The Supreme Court directed the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to provide detailed information regarding the custody of Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah. The order comes as Shah faces charges in 24 pending terror funding cases.
Today, On 12th September, Supreme Court has sought a response from the Election Commission of India on a PIL concerning the registration and regulation of political parties. The plea highlights how some parties are allegedly converting black money into white through illegal channels.
Ankush and Vaibhav Jain were arrested in 2022 for allegedly assisting in laundering money linked to former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain. Recently, the Delhi High Court granted them bail. The Enforcement Directorate accused them of disguising Jain’s assets as their own during the investigation into his alleged financial misconduct.
Today, On 29th July, the Saket Court suspended activist Medha Patkar’s sentence for defaming Delhi L-G VK Saxena and granted her bail on a bond of Rs. 25,000. The court also issued a notice to the Delhi L-G, seeking his response by September 4. Patkar had been sentenced to five months in jail and ordered to pay damages but has now been granted bail.
Today, On 7th May, The Kerala High Court refused to be a battleground for political conflicts, emphasizing fair investigation without political interference. The PIL raised concerns over the Kodakara black money heist, involving BJP’s K Surendran. The court stressed on non-politicization of legal proceedings, endorsed law enforcement’s proactive role, and highlighted the thorough investigative process. The next hearing is scheduled for May 10.
