Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil Gets Anticipatory Bail in Second Rape Case After 2-Year Delay Claim

A Thiruvananthapuram court granted anticipatory bail to MLA Rahul Mamkootathil in a second rape case, noting his claims of political motive and delayed complaint. The Crime Branch registered the case after the complainant’s email was forwarded by the KPCC President.

Rape Case: Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil Approaches Kerala High Court for Anticipatory Bail

Today, On 5th December, Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil has approached the Kerala High Court seeking anticipatory bail in a rape case after the Thiruvananthapuram Sessions Court rejected his initial plea. He faces multiple sexual misconduct allegations and was suspended by the Congress party.

Rape Case: Karnataka High Court Denies Prajwal Revanna’s Plea for Suspension of Life Sentence

The Karnataka High Court has rejected former JD(S) leader Prajwal Revanna’s plea to suspend his life sentence in a high-profile rape case. He will remain in custody as his appeal against the conviction continues.

“Three Years She Was Silent”: Prajwal Revanna Claims Rape Case Is ‘Political Vendetta’ Before Karnataka High Court

Prajwal Revanna told the Karnataka High Court that the rape case and other charges against him were filed due to political motives. His counsel argued that multiple complaints surfaced suddenly and the investigation was biased.

Conviction Lacks Strong Evidence, Influenced by Media Trial: Prajwal Revanna Tells Karnataka High Court

Karnataka High Court heard Senior Advocate Sidharth Luthra argue that the rape conviction of suspended JD(S) leader Prajwal Revanna lacked strong evidence and had been improperly influenced by an intense media trial, undermining fairness seriously.

Delhi High Court Cancels Bail of Advocate Accused of Raping a Woman Lawyer, Misusing Influence Through Judges

The Delhi High Court revoked the anticipatory bail of a 51-year-old lawyer accused of repeatedly raping a junior advocate and trying to influence her via two judicial officers. Justice Amit Mahajan also ordered an administrative inquiry against the involved judges.

Gujarat High Court Grants Six-Month Bail to Asaram Bapu Citing ‘Deteriorating Health’

The Gujarat High Court granted six-month bail to rape convict Asaram Bapu on medical grounds, citing his advanced age and worsening heart condition. The court said Gujarat “cannot take a different view” after Rajasthan HC had given similar relief.

Rajasthan High Court Grants Asaram Bapu Six-Month Interim Bail on Medical Grounds

The Rajasthan High Court has granted Asaram Bapu interim bail for six months after reviewing his deteriorating health and medical reports. The court clarified that the relief is strictly on health grounds, not linked to his rape conviction.

Consent Irrelevant for Minor Victim in Rape Case: Supreme Court Upholds Conviction in Rape Case

The Supreme Court of India upheld the conviction of a man for kidnapping and raping a 15-year-old girl in Himachal Pradesh. The court reaffirms that a minor’s consent is legally irrelevant in such cases.

Prajwal Revanna Appeals Life Sentence in High Court Over Domestic Worker Rape Conviction

Former MP Prajwal Revanna has moved the Karnataka High Court challenging his conviction and life imprisonment for raping his domestic worker. He cites contradictions in the victim’s testimony and procedural lapses in the trial.