A journalist shot dead in Uttar Pradesh’s Sitapur, with police attributing the incident to a land dispute. However, the victim’s family claims the murder was linked to his reports on procurement irregularities and stamp duty evasion. Six suspects have been detained for questioning. Authorities are investigating both angles to determine the motive.
Today, On 1st October, The Bombay High Court criticized the Special Investigation Team (SIT) for not arresting the accused school trustees in the Badlapur case. The court expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of progress in apprehending the suspects, despite the severity of the allegations. The trustees are accused of mismanagement and other serious offenses.
The Karnataka High Court directed the Director General of Police to alert all police stations about a woman who has filed 10 criminal cases against different men over the past decade. It also instructed that no further complaints should be registered on her behalf without a preliminary inquiry, aiming to prevent misuse of the legal system.
Today, On 7th June, The Madras High Court discharged IPS Officer Pramod Kumar in the Paazee Forex extortion case, citing lack of evidence of demand and acceptance of a bribe. The court found the charges framed without due consideration and not supported by prima facie evidence. This signifies a significant development as it challenges the prosecution’s case involving financial misconduct.