The Madras High Court today is examining petitions to transfer the investigation of a sexual assault case at Anna University to the CBI. Lawyers claimed the release of the FIR was illegal and demanded an SIT. The court criticized the police’s handling of the case and ordered reports from both the government and Anna University.
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The Bombay High Court today (23rd Oct) questioned the Maharashtra Government about police accountability regarding the sexual assault of two minor girls in Badlapur. A guilty officer was identified, with further actions pending. The court also emphasized establishing a committee for children’s safety in schools and scheduled a follow-up hearing in six weeks.
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Today(on 4th September), The Calcutta High Court has deferred proceedings in the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder case following a petition to remove the Police Commissioner for disclosing the victim’s identity, violating a Supreme Court judgment. The case is being reviewed by Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam and Justice Hiranmay Bhattacharya.
Today, On 19th July, A first-year law student in Prayagraj arrested for threatening to bomb Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The student admitted to posting the threat on a microblogging platform to gain fame, inspired by YouTube videos. He was swiftly detained, and legal proceedings are underway, sparking discussions on security and public figure safety.
Delhi Lt. Governor V.K. Saxena initiated a corruption probe into a recent hospital fire, criticizing Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s response. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has not yet responded. Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj mandated a safety equipment audit in city hospitals. The investigation highlights ongoing tensions between the Lt. Governor and the Delhi government.