A Jharkhand court Today (April 27th) rejected a provisional bail application of jailed former chief minister Hemant Soren, who moved the court citing the death of his uncle earlier in the day.
The Jharkhand High Court fined Union Minister Arjun Munda Rs 1.25 lakh for not rectifying errors in a petition challenging an FIR. The petition related to an alleged altercation with the police during a march. Justice Rajesh Kumar allowed the defects to be overlooked upon payment of the fine to the Advocates’ Clerks Association of the Jharkhand High Court.
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Jharkhand: The Jharkhand High Court upheld the previous decision mandating the announcement of dates for municipal elections, dismissing the State Government’s appeal. The court declined to intervene, directing the state to conduct civic elections and announce polling dates within three weeks. The decision came after a writ petition expressing concern over the delay in conducting the elections.
The Enforcement Directorate has outlined a pattern of corruption and manipulation in a land scam worth Rs 600 crore, implicating former Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren. The chargesheet identifies Hemant Soren, revenue officer Bhanu Pratap Prasad, and two other government employees as defendants.
Today (1st March): Former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren withdrew his plea challenging denial of permission to attend the Budget session. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal sought withdrawal since the session had concluded. Soren faces money laundering charges and is in judicial custody. The ED is investigating illegal land transfer allegations involving high-profile arrests. __JETPACK_AI_ERROR__
The Jharkhand High Court Today has directed the state government to provide a detailed report on the actions taken following the gang-rape of a foreign tourist in Dumka. The incident has raised concerns about tourist safety, prompting the court to inquire about existing safety protocols and future plans. Eight individuals have been apprehended, and the next hearing is scheduled for March 13.
The Jharkhand High Court Today has taken suo motu action following the gang-rape of a foreign tourist in Dumka district. Authorities have arrested three suspects, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend the rest. As a gesture of compassion, the Dumka administration provided financial support to the survivor’s husband. The Deputy Commissioner assured police protection for their departure.
Police reported on Saturday that a woman Spanish Tourist was reportedly subjected to gang rape in Jharkhand’s Dumka district. Authorities have apprehended three individuals in relation to the incident, and efforts are underway to locate and apprehend the remaining suspects. In a harrowing incident that has cast a shadow over Jharkhand’s Dumka district, a Spanish […]
The Jharkhand High Court made a significant observation on PMLA cases, stating that individuals involved in money laundering activities post the initial crime may not necessarily need to be accused of the scheduled offense. The court rejected anticipatory bail for a petitioner in a related case, highlighting the seriousness of the offense and shedding light on PMLA complexities.