Today(on 20th March), The Patiala House Court in Delhi has extended the NewsClick case investigation by 10 days over allegations of pro-China propaganda and illegal foreign funding. This marks the third extension granted by Additional Sessions Judge Hardeep Kaur. The accused individuals’ judicial custody has also been prolonged, with significant amounts of foreign funds alleged to have been illegally injected into India.
Today (February 27th), the Supreme Court issued a directive for AIIMS to establish a medical board tasked with assessing the health status of Prabir Purkayastha, the founder of NewsClick. Purkayastha is presently held in Tihar Jail in connection with a case filed against him under the anti-terror legislation, the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.
On Tuesday, February 20th, the Supreme Court postponed the hearing of a petition filed by NewsClick founder and editor-in-chief Prabir Purkayastha challenging his arrest and detention in the UAPA case until February 27th, which falls on the following Tuesday. The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday (20th February) directed the Delhi Police to furnish a […]
The Delhi High Court has issued notice to the Delhi Police following a plea by Prabir Purkayastha challenging the UAPA FIR against him. The case involves allegations of illicit foreign funds, press freedom, and the use of UAPA against journalists. This legal challenge holds significant implications for media freedom and the application of anti-terrorism laws in India.
NewsClick has withdrawn its Supreme Court plea and redirected its focus to the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal to address the income tax dispute. The decision, supported by the Supreme Court justices, underscores the complexities faced by media entities in legal battles and reflects the judiciary’s commitment to timely resolutions. This shift has significant implications for press freedom and financial responsibility in India.
The Supreme Court of India, on Monday, witnessed a significant turn in the Newsclick case involving the news portal’s founder Prabir Purkayastha and human resources head Amit Chakraborty. Chakraborty, who had challenged his arrest by the Delhi Police, opted to withdraw his plea following his decision to become an approver in the case. Also read- […]
A Delhi court has recently dismissed a petition by NewsClick founder-editor Prabir Purkayastha, who sought the release of his electronic devices seized in connection with a case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The case against Purkayastha involves allegations that the news portal received funds to disseminate pro-China propaganda. Also read-Supreme Court Urges Prompt […]
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The Supreme Court has deferred the hearing of pleas by NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha and HR head Amit Chakraborty, who are challenging their arrests under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), until after the Diwali vacation. The decision, announced on Monday, means that any potential relief for the duo will be delayed until at least […]
Delhi High Court Denies Relief to NewsClick Founder Prabir Purkayastha in UAPA Case The Delhi High Court has turned down the plea of NewsClick founder, Prabir Purkayastha, who challenged his arrest under the stringent provisions of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). Prabir Purkayastha’s arrest came in the wake of an alleged money laundering case. […]
In a significant development, the Delhi High Court has called for a response from the Delhi Police concerning the arrest of Prabir Purkayastha, the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of NewsClick. Purkayastha has petitioned the court for the quashing of the FIR registered against him and others. Additionally, the plea challenges a trial court order that granted […]