Kolkata: The elder sister of Sanjay Roy, the man convicted in the RG Kar rape-murder case, revealed on Saturday that the family does not plan to challenge the court’s guilty verdict. The decision was delivered by a Kolkata court, which found Sanjay Roy guilty of the rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor.
The Sealdah court Today (Jan 18) convicted Sanjay Roy for the rape and murder of a young doctor at RG Kar Medical College, but the victim’s parents demand full justice, asserting that other culprits are still at large. “Justice hasn’t been delivered,” said the grieving mother, vowing to fight until all those involved are punished.
The Supreme Court of India fined a petitioner Rs. 1,00,000 for habitual forum shopping and filing meritless petitions over a decade, hindering the judicial process. The court emphasized responsible use of the right to access justice, criticizing the petitioner for abusing legal resources and delaying genuine cases. The case highlights the need to prevent such misconduct.
The Bombay High Court Today (Jan 10) dismissed a PIL seeking stricter measures to combat ticket scalping and black marketing, an issue highlighted by the controversy surrounding Coldplay concert tickets. Filed by lawyer Amit Vyas, the plea alleged unfair practices like bot-based bulk buying, inflated resale prices, and potential organizer involvement. The Court directed Vyas to approach the State government for policy solutions, while platforms like BookMyShow face public backlash over mishandled ticket sales.
The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Tribunal confirmed the Central Government’s decision to extend the ban on Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) for five years under the UAPA, citing evidence of its links to Khalistani terror groups, Pakistan’s ISI, and its role in inciting militancy, recruiting youth, targeting infrastructure, and disrupting national events. The tribunal found SFJ’s activities a direct threat to India’s national security, supported by testimonies, videos, and documents, concluding the ban was justified.
Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra, speaking at a national council meeting in Gujarat, stressed the significance of fraternity as a unifying force in the Indian Constitution amidst rising divisive rhetoric and economic inequality. He urged for proactive judicial roles and inclusive policies to promote unity and harmony in society, emphasizing the continual journey towards a just community.
Members of Parliament (MPs), led by senior advocate Kapil Sibal, Today (Dec 13) moved an impeachment motion against Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court. The motion was submitted to the Rajya Sabha Secretary-General in response to remarks by Justice Yadav that have been perceived as targeting the Muslim community. This initiative, supported by the signatures of 55 MPs, is anticipated to be discussed during the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament.
A 34-year-old software engineer Atul Subhash committed suicide at his home in Marathahalli, Bengaluru, leaving a 24-page suicide note behind. He had pasted a sheet of paper with the words ‘Justice is Due’ while killing himself. In the video, Atul said that till now 120 court dates have been fixed and Atul himself had gone from Bangalore to Jaunpur 40 times. Apart from this, his parents and brother also have to visit the court.
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A West Bengal court has sentenced a 19-year-old man to death for the abduction, rape, and murder of a nine-year-old girl, just 61 days after the horrific
crime occurred.The tragic incident unfolded on October 4 in Jaynagar, located in South 24 Parganas, when the young victim was returning home from her tuition class. The accused, Mustakin Sardar, confronted the girl, committed the acts of violence against her, and ultimately took her life.
Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, during a ceremony honoring Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s death anniversary, highlighted Ambedkar’s vision for justice and equality as foundational to the Indian Constitution. He stressed the judiciary’s commitment to uphold these principles, recognizing Ambedkar’s influence on social justice and rights for marginalized communities in India.