The Delhi High Court ruled that a DNA test can confirm paternity but not prove rape without clear evidence of non-consent. A man’s rape conviction was overturned as the relationship was possibly consensual.
Kolkata: The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday directed Murlidhar Sharma, Inspector General of Police (Training) of the state police academy, to submit a report regarding allegations of physical torture made by Leftist student leader Sucharita Das. The alleged incident took place at an all-women police station in Paschim Medinipur district.
The CFSL report in the Kolkata RG Kar case has revealed that the seminar room, where the body of a junior doctor was found on August 9, 2023, may not be the actual crime scene, as no evidence of scuffle, assault, or a crime was found there. This contradicts initial reports suggesting she was raped and murdered in the room, raising questions about the investigations by the Kolkata Police and later the CBI. The case, involving accused civic volunteer Sanjay Roy, also saw the resignation of hospital principal Ghosh amidst allegations of delays and financial irregularities, leaving critical aspects of the incident unresolved.
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Today, On 9th December, the advocate commissioner Ramesh Singh Raghav requested a 15-day extension to finalize the survey report of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal due to health issues. The report was expected earlier amid legal and public scrutiny following violence linked to the dispute over the mosque’s historical claims.
The Kerala High Court criticized the Travancore Devaswom Board and state police for granting VIP treatment to actor Dileep during his visit to Sabarimala, questioning the privileges he received at the expense of other devotees. The court directed measures for equitable access to darshan for all, especially vulnerable individuals, during the festival.
The Calcutta High Court, led by Justice Hiranmoy Bhattacharya, ordered the Police Superintendent to compile a report on incidents of vandalism during Durga Puja, following a plea for an independent investigation. The court emphasized the need for transparency and directed that the report be submitted by November 14.
The Supreme Court Today (Oct 22) asked why it took 8 years for the rape survivor to lodge complaint against Malayalam cine actor Siddique. A Bench of Justices Bela M Trivedi and Satish Chandra Sharma made the observation while hearing the anticipatory bail plea filed by Siddique. The Bench was hearing a plea by Siddique against an order passed by the Kerala High Court on September 24 rejecting bail to him.
A petition by the Advocates’ Association led the Karnataka High Court to rule against private individuals uploading videos of court proceedings. This decision came after controversial remarks by Justice V. Srishananda went viral. The Supreme Court intervened, requesting a report on the matter. Justice Srishananda later apologized for his comments.
The Allahabad High Court sought a detailed reply from the Uttar Pradesh government on Friday (Sept 13) on the arrangements at the cow shelters in the state. Court asked the director of the animal husbandry department to be present in the court during the next hearing through video-conferencing. The next hearing of the case will be on September 25.
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The Supreme Court today granted relief to two Himachal Pradesh district judges, directing the High Court collegium to reconsider their promotion, citing disregarded merit and seniority. The Court criticized the unilateral decision-making process and instructed the collegium to adhere to established legal standards. This decision aligns with previous resolutions and requests from the Supreme Court collegium and the Law Minister.