Vijayawada: The family of a young techie from Machilipatnam, who was murdered in Mumbai in 2014, is devastated after the Supreme Court acquitted Chandraban Sanap, who was on death row. The victim’s father, a retired professor, expressed his deep sorrow and disbelief over the verdict, which reversed the previous rulings of the lower courts.
Chhattisgarh: After laying his pastor father to rest on Monday night at a site 25 km from his village, Ramesh Baghel from Chhattisgarh voiced disappointment that his three-week legal struggle to fulfill his father’s wish of being buried in their native village had ended in failure.
NEW DELHI: On Monday, the Supreme Court temporarily stayed the criminal proceedings against Tamil Nadu Opposition Leader Edappadi K Palaniswami. The case involved allegations that Palaniswami had submitted false information about his wealth and education in his election affidavit for the 2021 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
Uttarakhand has become the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), ensuring equal laws for all citizens. However, the move has drawn sharp criticism from Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, which plans to challenge the decision in court, citing it as discriminatory and an attack on religious freedom. The organization argues that the law violates constitutional guarantees of religious rights and vows to oppose it through all democratic means.
A long legal fight between a husband and wife, both judges, ended with the Punjab and Haryana High Court reinstating the husband back to work after 16 years. The had accused him of misconduct, which led to his dismissal and their marriage being annulled in 2012. However, the court found that there was not enough proof to justify his removal, highlighting the importance of following proper legal procedures. This decision shows the need for fairness and justice in the judiciary, even in cases involving personal issues.
The Delhi High Court on Monday (13th Jan) has directed Alt News co-founder Mohammed Zubair to request the return of his electronic devices seized by police in 2022, following a tweet he posted in 2018. Zubair alleges unlawful seizure during a police raid and claims the tweet was posted from a lost mobile phone.
Today, On 9th January, Actor, director, and producer Manchu Mohan Babu has received relief from the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court has directed that Mohan Babu should not be arrested until the hearing on his anticipatory bail plea is completed. It is known that an attempt to murder case was filed against Mohan Babu in connection with an attack on a journalist.
Tahawwur Rana, wanted for his role in the 2008 Mumbai attacks, is battling extradition to India. His attorney has petitioned the US Supreme Court to reconsider earlier court decisions based on double jeopardy claims, arguing it pertains to the same conduct. The Supreme Court will address this matter on January 17.
The Nanavati Commission Report reveals that 587 FIRs were filed regarding the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, resulting in 2,733 deaths. Despite some cases reopened and prosecutions occurring, justice remains delayed. Notably, Congress leader Jagdish Tytler faces charges after multiple closures. Current trials continue, reflecting ongoing struggles for accountability for past violence.
Tollywood star Allu Arjun filed a petition in the Andhra Pradesh High Court to dismiss a case stemming from a May 2024 election rally supporting former MLA Shilpa Ravichandra. Accused of violating election conduct by gathering a crowd without permission, Arjun seeks legal protection from arrest. The court will hear the case soon.
