The Bombay High Court dismissed a woman’s plea seeking to reopen a rape and criminal intimidation case against JSW Group MD Sajjan Jindal. The Court held that once the complainant accepted the closure report and declined to pursue the case, no further interference was warranted.
Mumbai: A Mumbai court has refused to take action on actress Tanushree Dutta’s complaint against veteran actor Nana Patekar and others regarding an alleged sexual harassment incident from 2008. The court ruled that the case was time-barred, meaning it was filed too late according to the legal deadline.
The Allahabad High Court granted bail to lawyer Mohd Haroon, convicted of stalking and harassing a female judge, citing procedural delays and his lengthy custody. The decision raised concerns over judicial safety and highlighted systemic issues in addressing such cases. Conditions for bail include no contact with the complainant and cooperation with legal proceedings.
Today, On 30th April, A Mumbai court summoned cricketer Prithvi Shaw following allegations made by social media influencer Sapna Gill. The case stems from accusations of molestation at a pub, prompting legal action and media scrutiny. The court is reviewing evidence, including video footage, and the next hearing is scheduled for June 6, reflecting ongoing legal developments.
The Kerala High Court, under Justice Sophy Thomas, has granted bail to P G Manu, a former senior government pleader accused of multiple rapes, emphasizing the importance of addressing allegations against authority figures while safeguarding the survivor’s well-being. The Kerala High Court, on March 22, made headlines by granting bail to Advocate PG Manu, previously […]
The Madras High Court dropped criminal charges against seven PSG College students accused of severe ragging after a reconciliation with the victim. The incident involved physical assault, head-shaving, and confinement over a liquor dispute. Justice N. Anand Venkatesh emphasized the seriousness of ragging and forgave the accused during the court session on February 22, ending the case.
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has ruled that an incident where a husband slaps his wife in a public setting does not constitute an offense of outraging modesty under Section 354 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). This decision provides clarity on the legal interpretation of such altercations, indicating that while the act may […]