The Kerala High Court showed rare compassion by helping a young NDPS accused, recovering from drug addiction, secure admission to his chosen college course. The court even paid his fees, saying, “They should feel the system is there with them.”
The Uttarakhand High Court warned of hostile forces waging a “war of drugs” to fragment India. It criticized unprofessional investigations under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act and stressed the need for better training for police personnel. The Court also granted bail to an appellant, emphasizing the importance of meticulous drug-related case investigations.
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Today, 1st August, The Supreme Court ruled that bail may be granted in NDPS cases involving ganja and charas but not for those involving heroin due to its severe impact, particularly on the younger generation. An accused in a heroin case was denied bail despite advanced age and indirect possession. The court maintains a strict stance on heroin-related offenses.
The Bombay High Court dismissed Vivalavita Pharmaceuticals’ director’s petition to quash a case against him for exporting a contraband chemical without the required certificate, citing ignorance of the law as no defense. The court emphasized the detrimental impact on law enforcement and highlighted the importance of staying updated with legal regulations in the export-import business.
Mohsin Ibrahim Sayyed, convicted for ISIS recruitment and plotting an attack, had his plea rejected by the Delhi High Court. His request for concurrent sentencing of his Delhi and Mumbai cases was dismissed, emphasizing the gravity of his offenses. The court highlighted the need for stringent action against terrorism, supporting national security.