![[2020 Delhi Riots] "No Call for Violence, Speech Invoked Gandhian Principles of Non-Violence": Umar Khalid to Delhi HC](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image-6-3.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 6th December, Umar Khalid, arrested in September 2020 regarding the Delhi riots, argued before the Delhi High Court that there are no allegations of violence against him and emphasized his peaceful intent. His defense highlighted a lack of evidence connecting him to any violent acts, asserting his speech invoked non-violence principles instead.
On December 2, the Supreme Court temporarily released YSRCP social media in-charge Sajjala Bhargava Reddy, allowing him to approach the High Court regarding multiple FIRs alleging derogatory online posts about Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu. The court granted him two weeks of protection from arrest while emphasizing the importance of High Courts.
Today, On 2nd December, the Supreme Court addressed a plea against provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita. The court allowed a two-week stay on the petitioner’s arrest while directing him to seek relief from the High Court, emphasizing the need for proper legal recourse under existing laws.
![[BREAKING] Supreme Court upholds constitutionality of Section 6A of Citizenship Act in 4:1 verdict](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/image-1-1.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 17th October, the Supreme Court upheld Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, confirming its constitutionality concerning citizenship for migrants in Assam who arrived before 1971. This significant ruling, derived from the Assam Accord, has three separate opinions, reflecting ongoing debates on citizenship and regional issues in India.
Today, On 20th September, the Supreme Court allowed Tamil Nadu police to summon BJP leader Kesava Vinayagam regarding Rs. 4 crore in cash seized on a train, suspected to fund a BJP candidate for Lok Sabha elections. The court overruled a Madras High Court ban, granting a week’s notice for the summons.
The Supreme Court mandated more police presence in West Bengal medical colleges after the rape and murder of a doctor raised safety concerns. The government faced criticism for relying on contractual security personnel instead of regular officers. The Chief Justice emphasized the vulnerability of female students and called for comprehensive security measures.
![[RG Kar Rape & Murder] West Bengal Junior Doctors' 'Fast-Unto-Death Protest' Hits Day 10, Another Medic Hospitalized](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image-34-1.png?resize=447%2C309&ssl=1)
Today, On 9th September, The Indian Medical Association (IMA) in West Bengal stands firm in their support for the ongoing doctors’ strike, despite the Supreme Court’s order to return to duty. The protests are in response to the rape and murder of a postgraduate doctor in Kolkata. The IMA criticizes the court’s decision and emphasizes the need for justice and the fight against healthcare corruption.
![[Bhusan Steel PMLA Case] 'Not A Minor Offender, Need to Set Limits for Economic Crimes, Entitled For Bail, Even if He Shook Up the Economy': Supreme Court Grants Bail To Ex-Bhushan Steel MD Neeraj Singal](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image-2024-09-06T124412.507.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Supreme Court today granted bail to former Bhushan Steel MD Neeraj Singal in a Rs 46,000 crore money laundering case. Justices Khanna and Kumar acknowledged the gravity of the allegations but cited his prolonged custody and stalled trial for bail. Singhvi and Sibal represented Singal. Singal was granted bail with conditions, including surrendering his passport.
![[Illegal Sand Mining Case] SC Disposes ED's Appeals on Summons Stay for Tamil Nadu District Collectors](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image-50-3.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 27th August, The Supreme Court dismissed the Enforcement Directorate’s challenge to the stay of summonses issued to Tamil Nadu district collectors in an illegal sand mining case. The court admonished the collectors for failing to appear before the ED and directed them to comply with the summonses. Approximately 2,300 FIRs are involved, with 36 documents still undownloadable.
The Supreme Court today has postponed Abbas Ansari’s bail plea hearing regarding an alleged unauthorized meeting with his wife at Chitrakoot jail. The court has given the Uttar Pradesh Government one week to respond, rescheduling the case for September. Ansari challenges denial of bail and his involvement in money laundering cases. Seven individuals, including Ansari’s wife, were arrested.