A Patna court extended educator Khan Sir’s protection from arrest till July 3 in the coaching institute firing case, where he was named in an FIR after a vandalism incident. The interim relief, first granted on June 9, was extended again as the matter awaits the next hearing.
A Patna Sessions court granted interim protection from arrest to educator Khan Sir (Faisal Khan) in a case linked to a firing incident at his coaching institute. While permitting investigators to continue questioning him, the court barred any coercive action, including arrest, during the protection period.
The Patna High Court condemned the assault on junior advocates, highlighting safety and justice issues in the city. The police’s inadequate response led to court intervention, including the removal of an officer and the formation of a Special Investigating Team. This case underscores the need for systemic changes to ensure safety and justice for all in Patna.
The National Green Tribunal has warned Bihar’s chief secretary to provide information on Ganga water pollution within six weeks, threatening personal appearance otherwise. This directive came during proceedings on pollution prevention in the Ganga within Bihar. The tribunal had initiated action on the pollution matter in five states last year. Review is set for May 1.
The Supreme Court dismissed the defamation case against Tejashwi Yadav after he retracted the statement “Gujaratis are cheats.” Justices Oka and Bhuyan issued the order following Yadav’s plea to relocate the trial. The Court quashed the case, citing petitioner’s withdrawal of the statement. The case involved a complaint filed by Haresh Mehta.
The Supreme Court sharply criticized Bihar Police’s approach in a case, rebuking their demand for the accused to prove innocence. Md. Tauhid sought relief from the Supreme Court after the Patna High Court denied him anticipatory bail. The Supreme Court’s intervention led to a correction, affirming the accused’s right to bail, highlighting the judiciary’s role in upholding justice and individual rights.