The Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court upheld Nishant Agrawal’s life sentence for espionage, rejecting his bail and suspension pleas. Agrawal was convicted for leaking sensitive BRAHMOS missile information to the ISI.
The Delhi High Court rejected a plea for dual citizenship for Indians abroad, stating that this decision falls under Parliament’s jurisdiction. The court recognized the national security implications and emphasized that only Parliament can decide on this matter. The existing legal framework does not support dual citizenship, and Indians can only obtain Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status, not dual citizenship.
The Delhi High Court upheld the government’s decision to block the messaging platform Briar in Jammu & Kashmir, citing national security interests. The court acknowledged that in matters of national security, principles of natural justice can be bypassed. Briar’s open-source nature and potential use by terrorists were key considerations in the ruling.
The Enemy Agents Ordinance, enacted to counter threats from individuals working against the state’s interests, is being emphasized in Jammu and Kashmir. The law grants extensive powers to detain and penalize those suspected of espionage or sabotage. Its application in the region aims to address security challenges, although it has faced criticism regarding potential abuse of power.
The Gujarat High Court has denied bail to a former ISRO officer accused of cyber terrorism for sharing sensitive information with a woman in Pakistan, citing the ongoing trial and seriousness of the charges. The accused remains in custody as the trial proceeds, with the court emphasizing caution in cases involving national security.
In Madhya Pradesh, four individuals arrested under the National Security Act (NSA) after they allegedly threw a cow’s head into a temple, an act that stirred communal tensions in the area. Local authorities swiftly responded to the incident, aiming to prevent any escalation of violence. The suspects are currently under investigation, with law enforcement closely monitoring the situation to ensure public safety and harmony. The use of NSA highlights the severity with which the authorities are treating the case, given the sensitive nature of the act and its potential to incite communal unrest. The community leaders have called for calm and are cooperating with the police to maintain peace.
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Today, On 14th June, In the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, the Supreme Court questioned the NIA about an activist’s plea for interim bail to attend rituals following his grandmother’s death. The activist faces charges related to alleged Maoist links and seeks temporary relief due to health and humanitarian concerns. The court’s action reflects the broader debate on civil rights and national security.
The Supreme Court of India today revoked bail granted by the Madras High Court to 8 members of the banned Popular Front of India (PFI) accused of conspiring to commit terrorist acts. Evidence, including photos of RSS leaders, was found. The NIA alleged PFI’s plan to establish an Islamic government by 2047. The Court found a prima facie case.
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Today (15th April): The Supreme Court has postponed NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha’s medical bail plea until April 22. Purkayastha is held in Tihar jail under anti-terror laws. The court instructed AIIMS to assess his health condition. He was arrested on allegations of receiving Chinese funding for anti-national propaganda. Delhi High Court previously denied his UAPA arrest challenge.
On Tuesday (9th April): The Supreme Court questioned the Center’s stand on why states shouldn’t have authority to regulate industrial alcohol to prevent misuse. The matter, referred to a nine-judge bench in 2010, revolves around conflicting powers between the Center and states. The hearing remains inconclusive and will resume on April 16.