Supreme Court Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Student Suicides at IIT Kharagpur & Sharda University: “Something Is Wrong”

Today, On 21st July, The Supreme Court took suo motu cognizance of student suicides at IIT Kharagpur and Sharda University, observing, “Something is wrong.” The court raised serious concerns over institutional accountability and delays in timely police action and investigation.

Haryana Marketing Scam Case: Supreme Court Grants Protection from Arrest to Actor Shreyas Talpade

Today, On 21st July, The Supreme Court granted interim protection from arrest to actor Shreyas Talpade in connection with a marketing scam case in Haryana. The actor had approached the top court seeking relief from coercive action by the state police.

Disproportionate Assets Case: Court Extends Bikram Singh Majithia’s Remand by 4 Days

Today, On 2nd July, A Mohali court extended the remand of SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia by four more days in the disproportionate assets case. He is accused of laundering Rs.540 crore of alleged “drug money,” says Punjab Vigilance Bureau.

Puri Rath Yatra Stampede| “Very Unfortunate”: : Law Minister Promise Strict Action After Investigation

Puri Rath Yatra stampede was termed “very unfortunate” by the Law Minister, who assured that strict action will follow after a senior officer investigates the tragedy. The government awaits the inquiry report before proceeding further.

Campus Assault Case: IIT Madras Intern Sexually Harassed by Food Court Staff; NCW Takes Suo Motu Cognisance

An intern at IIT Madras was allegedly sexually harassed by a food court staff member on campus. Taking serious note, the National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of the reported assault case.

498A IPC | “Poor And Biased Investigation. Genuine Cases Would Suffer”: Bombay High Court Slams Police For Misusing Dowry Law

The Bombay High Court criticized Maharashtra Police for poor and biased investigation in a dowry harassment case and quashed the FIR against the husband and five family members, citing misuse of Section 498-A IPC.

Gopalpur Gang-Rape Case| “Raise a Serious Issue of Violation of Human Rights”: NHRC Takes Suo Motu Cognizance

Today, On 23rd June, The NHRC has taken suo motu cognizance of the brutal gang-rape of a 20-year-old girl in Gopalpur, Odisha, saying the incident may “raise a serious issue of violation of human rights,” and issued notices.

IIT Kanpur PhD Scholar Suicide: Assistant Professor & Two Others Booked for Abetment After Court Order

An assistant professor, a woman scholar, and her mother have been booked for abetment to suicide after a court order in connection with the February death of a 24-year-old IIT Kanpur PhD student.

Action Against Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav Will Be Decided by Supreme Court, Says Amit Shah: “Not Under the Govt’s Jurisdiction”

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said any action against Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav over his hate speech will be decided by the Supreme Court. He clarified that the matter does not fall under the government’s jurisdiction or control.