NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India has today (20th Jan) stated that it will either wait for the Union Government to take a decision or will proceed to decide on the merits of a mercy petition filed by Balwant Singh Rajoana. This petition seeks to reduce his death sentence to life imprisonment. The petition has been pending before the President of India since 2012.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday (December 18) directed Yasin Malik’s co-accused to respond to the CBI’s plea for transferring the trial related to Malik, addressing security concerns about his presence in court. A stay on a Jammu court order requiring Malik’s physical appearance was issued, amid discussions on trial proceedings and Malik’s previous life sentence under UAPA.
The Delhi High Court rejected the parole application of Feroz Ahmed Bhatt, a convicted terrorist associated with Jaish-e-Mohammed, due to security concerns and the gravity of his offense. Despite his desire to meet his parents and get married, the court arranged a video call instead. The court cited the risks associated with his release and a previous case where a co-accused rejoined a terrorist organization after being released on parole.
The Supreme Court has temporaily halted the transfer of Kangra SP Shalini Agnihotri, addressing concerns about the security of complainant Nishant Sharma. The court directed that Agnihotri not be involved in Sharma’s security arrangements. This move aims to ensure fair consideration of Sharma’s grievances and prevent misuse of power.
On Friday (15th March): The Delhi High Court directed Tihar jail to allow Aaftab Poonawalla, accused in the Shraddha Walkar murder case, to have eight hours of daytime release in adherence to jail regulations. This change aims to balance security concerns with humane treatment while Poonawalla awaits trial for the murder of his former partner.