The Calcutta High Court quashed the case against a man accused of mocking Mamata Banerjee in a YouTube video. Justice Ajay Kumar Gupta stated that there was no strong evidence or valid grounds to continue the trial. He noted that filing a charge sheet without solid proof is not enough to justify legal proceedings. The verdict reinforces the importance of substantial evidence in criminal cases.
NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition filed by Rajya Sabha MP and former Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) Chairperson Swati Maliwal. She had requested the court to cancel an FIR registered against her in 2016. The FIR accused her of revealing the identity of a 14-year-old rape survivor.
The Kerala High Court, led by Justice PV Kunhikrishnan, ruled that nurses should not be routinely arrested for medical negligence without essential evidence. The Court emphasized the need for societal and governmental support to protect nurses, who are critical in healthcare, ensuring they receive the same legal safeguards as doctors.
Today, On 16th May, The Supreme Court of India declined to halt the NEET results release, despite allegations of a question paper leak. The plea, raised due to reported leaks and incorrect question papers, requested a re-examination. The court dismissed the request, but issued a notice to the Central government. Concerns over exam integrity and previous similar instances were highlighted.
Today, On 15th May, The Supreme Court reserved its decision on granting pre-arrest bail to a Kerala YouTuber accused of posting defamatory content against an MLA. Both parties presented their arguments, focusing on the application of the SC/ST Act. The case is significant in testing legal protections against caste discrimination and the challenges faced by media personalities.
Today, 10th April, The ongoing legal proceedings regarding Umar Khalid’s bail hearings in Delhi highlight the influence of social media narratives on judicial processes. The Delhi Police’s statement in court revealed Khalid’s alleged manipulation of online content to sway bail decisions. Legal arguments also addressed the prosecution’s reliance on evidence and the evolving interpretation of prima facie evidence in similar cases.
In a significant ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has granted bail to a man charged under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), emphasizing that bail cannot be denied merely on the basis of serious allegations if there is no prima facie case established. This decision underscores the court’s commitment to ensuring fair […]
