The Supreme Court held that loss of case records cannot justify keeping a criminal investigation pending indefinitely, expressing concern over a nearly two-decade delay. Setting aside the Gujarat High Court’s order, it directed Gujarat Police to complete the investigation within six weeks to protect the right to a speedy trial.
A Delhi court criticized the Delhi Police for delays in investigating a hate speech case against BJP leader Kapil Mishra. Despite court instructions, the police have not completed required inquiries or collected necessary evidence since the controversial tweet during the 2020 elections. The case, highlighting police negligence, is scheduled for further hearing.
NEW DELHI: Today, 7th March, The Supreme Court of India has granted interim bail to Uttar Pradesh MLA Abbas Ansari in a case filed under the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 1986. The Court, while allowing the bail, imposed strict conditions on his movements and public statements.
Today (7th May): The Supreme Court questioned the Enforcement Directorate’s delay in the money laundering investigation involving Arvind Kejriwal. Kejriwal filed a plea challenging his arrest, and the court is considering interim bail due to the elections. The case relates to alleged irregularities in Delhi’s excise policy, and the court has requested case files before Kejriwal’s arrest and for former deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia.