The Calcutta High Court refused to entertain TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee’s plea challenging a magistrate’s order directing him to provide a voice sample in the DJ remark case. The Court heard arguments on BNSS provisions, investigation rights, and the need for evidence collection.
The Kolkata Police formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the Alipore fire that damaged approximately 4000 Electronic Voting Machines stored in a government building. The investigation will examine the cause, negligence, security failures, and possible criminal involvement.
The Calcutta High Court granted interim protection from coercive action to former West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas in the Lionel Messi event probe. The Court directed him not to leave the station without permission and ordered surrender of his passport within seven days.
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 Supreme Court held that loss of case records cannot justify keeping a criminal investigation pending indefinitely, expressing concern over a nearly two-decade delay. Setting aside the Gujarat High Court’s order, it directed Gujarat Police to complete the investigation within six weeks to protect the right to a speedy trial.
Six sovereigns of gold were stolen from Kerala High Court Judge Justice A Badharudeen’s high-security home in Kochi. The police have registered an FIR under BNS 305 and are investigating the case, which raises concerns about safety. Rising crime rates in Kerala have drawn criticism towards the state government regarding security issues.
Allahabad: The Allahabad High Court ordered a police investigation against a school student who accused his teacher of attempting to convert him to Christianity and pressuring him into a sexual relationship. The allegations were found to be baseless, intended to conceal the student’s own actions.
The Delhi High Court has ordered a swift investigation into the tragic incident at Kalkaji temple, where a woman died in a stage collapse during a religious event. The court emphasized the need for permission for such events and directed the police to take action against those responsible. Safety protocols and crowd management were highlighted for future events.
