Rabri Devi has approached a Delhi court seeking the transfer of the IRCTC scam case from Judge Vishal Gogne. The court has issued a notice to the CBI, asking the agency to respond by December 6.
The Supreme Court of India ruled that Indian Railways can impose penalties for false goods declarations even after delivery, clarifying Section 66(4) of the Railways Act, 1989. This decision overturned earlier rulings restricting extra charges to before delivery, affirming the legal authority of Railways to collect correct charges post-delivery in such cases.
President Droupadi Murmu has approved the prosecution of Lalu Prasad Yadav in the land-for-jobs scam linked to his tenure as Union Railways Minister. The CBI and ED are investigating allegations of corruption, including bribes for government jobs in exchange for land. The case has significant political implications in Bihar.
Today, On 7th April, The Supreme Court has refused to hear the Enforcement Directorate’s plea against the bail granted to a close aide of Lalu Prasad Yadav. This case is linked to the alleged Railways land-for-jobs scam. The ED wanted to cancel the bail but the court did not agree. Now, the aide will continue to stay out on bail.
The Supreme Court emphasized that the railways are a key part of the country’s infrastructure, and any attempts to disrupt the ticketing system must be firmly stopped. Highlighting the importance of a smooth and secure system, the court urged strong measures to prevent such threats. The railways play a crucial role in connecting the nation and supporting its economy. Safeguarding its ticketing system is vital to ensuring efficiency and public trust.
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The Supreme Court granted Uttarakhand two months to finalize a rehabilitation plan for residents facing eviction from railway land in Haldwani. The court emphasized the need for appropriate rehabilitation measures due to the human aspect of the issue. The case involves thousands of encroachments, with residents seeking to prove their legitimate rights to the land.
Indian Railways has launched the Sangyaan App, offering detailed information on new criminal laws set to come into effect from July 1. The app, developed by the Railway Protection Force, includes features like comprehensive legal access, comparison of laws, section-wise analysis, and advanced search tools, aiming to empower RPF personnel with essential legal information.
Today, On 26th June, The Delhi High Court granted a six-week interim bail to Amit Katyal, a close aide of Lalu Prasad Yadav, due to health reasons in a land-for-jobs scam. The court acknowledged Katyal’s medical needs and ordered a medical board to assess his condition. The case involves allegations of exchanging land for employment in the Indian Railways.
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The Delhi High Court has directed the formation of a medical board to assess Amit Katyal’s health, a close associate of Lalu Prasad, who is seeking interim bail on medical grounds in a money laundering case. Katyal underwent bariatric surgery, and the court emphasized the right to health as a component of the right to life under Article 21.