Police say the Mumbai judge accused in the Rs 15 lakh bribery case “played an active role” and maintained “cordial” ties with the arrested clerk. ACB seeks High Court permission to formally investigate the judge’s involvement.
The Madras High Court is investigating the alleged custodial death of Ajit Kumar, a 27-year-old temple guard, raising concerns about police brutality amid reports of 24 custodial deaths in Tamil Nadu over four years. Six police officers have been suspended as the court demands detailed inquiries and accountability from authorities.
The Supreme Court of India will hear a plea regarding the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 tourists. Petitioners seek a judicial commission and a special investigation team for accountability and transparency in the investigation. They also demand enhanced security measures for tourists in Jammu and Kashmir amid rising regional tensions and ongoing national security meetings.
The Supreme Court Today declined to halt the judicial inquiry into the death of a 22-year-old amid the farmers’ protest at the Punjab-Haryana border. The court acknowledged concerns, emphasizing transparency and fairness in investigations. It dismissed the government’s apprehension about affecting police morale. The case will be heard next on April 19.
