The National Commission for Women has taken suo motu cognizance of the gang-rape of a 20-year-old college student at Gopalpur beach in Odisha, demanding immediate arrests, speedy investigation, free medical aid, and psychological support for the victim.
Journalists Shazia Nisar and Adarsh Jha were arrested by Noida Police for allegedly blackmailing Bharat24 CMD Jagdish Chandra with a fake rape case threat and extorting money. Both are now in judicial custody.
Today, On 23rd May, The Supreme Court strongly criticised the Rajasthan government over the rising number of student suicides in Kota. It questioned why such tragedies were happening only in Kota and urged the state to seriously address the issue.
The Supreme Court of India expressed concerns about the unregulated status of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin during a recent hearing. While the government taxes crypto transactions at 30%, it lacks a regulatory framework. Justice Suryakant emphasized the risks and potential illegal uses of cryptocurrencies, calling for a structured legal approach.
Today, On 25th April, The Supreme Court rejected the Punjab Government’s plea challenging the bail granted to Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia in a drugs case. It found no reason to interfere with the 2022 bail order and directed both sides not to make public statements.
Today, On 21st April, The Supreme Court noted that the investigation against YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia is complete. It has scheduled the hearing for his plea seeking the return of his passport on April 28.
Today, On 16th April, In the RSS leader Srinivasan murder case, the Supreme Court refused to entertain the NIA’s plea against bail granted to PFI members. The Court said the special court would be the more appropriate forum to seek bail cancellation.
A Bengaluru special court has delayed ruling on the ED’s petition against a “B report” from the Lokayukta Police regarding the MUDA land scam, implicating Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah. The court mandates a thorough investigation, emphasizing that it should encompass all involved parties. The next hearing is set for May 7.
The Karnataka High Court allowed the ED to continue investigating the MUDA scam. CM Siddaramaiah’s wife and Minister Byrathi Suresh may now be summoned again.
The Mumbai Sessions Court has asked the police to respond to Mohammad Shariful Islam’s bail application, who was arrested for allegedly stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan. Islam maintains his innocence, claiming a false case. A hearing is set for April 4, following Khan’s emergency surgery after the January 16 attack.
