Policeman Iftkhar Ali and his eight siblings were threatened with deportation to Pakistan despite being long-time residents of Salwah village. The Jammu and Kashmir High Court intervened, halting their deportation after they proved their Indian nationality roots. Ali, dedicated to serving India, expressed gratitude for the court’s protection and support.
AIUDF MLA Aminul Islam was arrested on sedition charges in Assam for allegedly making public statements perceived as defending Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack. A Nagaon court granted police four-day custody for questioning, as officials fear his remarks could disrupt public peace and provoke unrest in the sensitive region.
The Supreme Court asked a drug manufacturer if medicine for the rare disease Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) can be made available at a lower price in India. The Court said that the Union of India and Seba PA can contact companies making the drug. This would help ensure affordable treatment for patients. The aim is to reduce the financial burden on families dealing with SMA.
The US Supreme Court rejected an emergency plea by Tahawwur Rana, an accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, seeking to block his extradition to India. Rana had opposed his transfer, but the court dismissed his request. With this decision, his extradition process moves forward. India has been pursuing his return to face trial.
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court issued stay the deportation of a Kashmiri man who lost his passport in Pakistan in 1986. He had traveled there to visit his sister and brother-in-law, who had migrated in 1965. During his stay, he reportedly lost his passport, leaving him stranded. The court’s decision provides temporary relief as his case is reviewed.
The Bombay High Court granted bail to Faizal Hasamali Mirza, an alleged Lashkar-e-Taiba operative accused of travelling to Pakistan for terror training, citing his extended pre-trial custody. The court ruled prolonged custody without trial violated constitutional rights, granting bail to a man accused of terror links and emphasising the principle of “bail is the rule, jail is the exception.”
On December 16, the Supreme Court expressed concern over drug abuse in India as it reviewed a bail petition for Ankush Vipan Kapoor, accused of heroin smuggling. The court urged for youth rehabilitation and open discussions. Kapoor’s bail was cancelled to facilitate a thorough investigation into his drug syndicate activities, highlighting the narco-terrorism threat.
