Should Courts Exercise Caution in Granting Bail for Large Narcotics Recoveries? Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of India emphasized caution in granting bail for major narcotics cases, criticizing the High Court’s decision and highlighting the need for meticulous consideration. It overturned the previous decision, citing omitted considerations and unconventional conditions. The accused has been directed to surrender within 10 days.

Supreme Court Upholds Importance of Section 37 NDPS Act for Bail in Commercial Drug Cases

The Supreme Court of India recently emphasized caution in granting bail, especially in cases involving the recovery of commercial quantities of narcotics under the NDPS Act. The Court overturned a decision granting anticipatory bail to an accused and directed them to surrender within ten days. The decision highlighted the significance of Section 37 of the NDPS Act in such cases.

Supreme Court Clarifies: Independent Witness Not Mandatory for Proving NDPS Act Charges

In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court of India clarified the requirements for proving charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act). The apex court, comprising Justice M M Sundresh and Justice Aravind Kumar, held that the law does not necessitate the presence of only an independent witness to establish a […]

Punjab and Haryana High Court Rules on Bail Eligibility Under NDPS Act

In a significant ruling, the Punjab & Haryana High Court has clarified that individuals with multiple FIRs against them cannot meet the twin conditions stipulated under Section 37 of the NDPS Act for bail eligibility. Justice Jasjit Singh Bedi, presiding over the case, stated, “When there are multiple FIRs against an accused over a significant […]

Centre Decides Not To Challenge Rhea Chakraborty’s Bail under NDPS Act

In a significant development, the Central Government has decided not to challenge the bail granted to Bollywood actress Rhea Chakraborty in the case registered against her under the Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS Act). The decision was communicated to the Supreme Court on Tuesday. Additional Solicitor General SV Raju, representing the Central Government, […]