Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam have moved a Delhi court seeking bail in the UAPA case alleging a larger conspiracy behind the 2020 North East Delhi riots. A Karkardooma Court has issued notices to Delhi Police and sought its response, with the matter scheduled for hearing on July 4.
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Today, On 11th November, the Supreme Court declined to hear activist Gulfisha Fatima’s bail plea related to the 2020 Delhi riots, directing the Delhi High Court to review it on November 25. Fatima has been in custody for over four years, with significant delays in her case raising concerns about her liberty.
Today, On 23rd July, The Delhi High Court transferred the investigation of a youth’s death during the North East Delhi riots to the CBI due to suspicions of police bias. The move aims to ensure a thorough and impartial probe into serious allegations of communal bias. The court criticized the Delhi Police’s investigation, emphasizing the need for a fair process.