Today, On 21st May, In the Puja Khedkar case, the Supreme Court questioned the seriousness of the allegations, asking, “Has she committed murder?” and granted anticipatory bail to the former IAS probationer, noting the charges didn’t warrant immediate custody.
Today, On 15th April, The Supreme Court has extended interim protection from arrest to former IAS trainee Puja Khedkar in connection with the ongoing probe into alleged irregularities in her selection. The court also sought a response from the Maharashtra government on her plea.
The Delhi High Court denied anticipatory bail to Puja Khedkar, a former IAS probationer accused of fraudulently obtaining benefits under OBC and disability quotas in the 2022 Civil Services Examination. The court established a strong case for further investigation into her alleged misrepresentation and fraud against constitutional provisions, despite her claims of innocence.
The Supreme Court is set to hear a case on Monday regarding the tragic drowning of three civil service aspirants at Rau’s IAS Study Circle in July. The court will evaluate safety measures and hold relevant authorities accountable to prevent such incidents from happening again in the future.
The Delhi Police Today (Sept 4) told the high court that former IAS probationer Puja Khedkar submitted two disability certificates to show multiple disabilities and its probe has revealed that one of the documents may be “forged” and “fabricated”.
The Patna High Court Yesterday (August 6th) quashed an FIR lodged against Sanjiv Hans, a senior IAS officer of Bihar cadre, who has been accused of rape by a woman. Justice Sandeep Kumar passed the order allowing a petition of Hans who had challenged the FIR lodged at Rupaspur police station of the district last year.
The Supreme Court Today (August 2nd) stayed a probe by the Tamil Nadu Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) into the assets of civil servants who were posted at Thoothukudi during the 2018 Sterlite police firing incident.
A Delhi court Additional Sessions Judge Devender Kumar Jangala Today (July 31st) reserved the order after hearing arguments on the application filed by Khedkar, who claimed through her lawyer that she has an “imminent threat of arrest”.
The Delhi government will bring a new law to regulate coaching centres in the national capital after flooding horror claimed lives of three UPSC aspirants, said AAP minister Atishi. “Delhi government will constitute committee comprising officials, students to formulate regulations for coaching centres,” she said.
Today, On 7th May, The Supreme Court urged IAS and IPS officers to resolve their disputes for a harmonious work environment, suggesting withdrawing allegations and pursuing a settlement to prevent career harm. The court directed the officers to refrain from engaging in public conflicts and media interactions. The case has been temporarily halted for potential resolution.
