Today, On 7th April, The Bombay High Court ordered a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the Badlapur encounter case. After the verdict, Special Public Prosecutor Amit Desai requested a two-week stay to move the Supreme Court. However, the court refused to grant the stay. The SIT will now begin its investigation without delay.
The Allahabad High Court ruled that actions such as grabbing the breasts of an 11-year-old victim, breaking her pyjama string, and attempting to drag her under a culvert do not constitute an attempt to rape. This decision has sparked significant controversy and debate regarding the interpretation of sexual assault laws. The case highlights ongoing concerns about the legal definitions surrounding sexual offenses against minors.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India upheld that if an alleged rape victim refuses to undergo a medical examination, it can lead to negative inferences against their claims. The bench, comprising Justice Surya Kant and Justice NK Singh, made this important observation while hearing an appeal filed by the State of Himachal Pradesh. The appeal was against a High Court judgment that had acquitted an accused in a rape case.
The Allahabad High Court upheld the right of sexual assault victims to terminate pregnancies. A two-judge bench, including Justices Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Prashant Kumar, ruled on the matter. The case involved a 17-year-old rape survivor who sought medical termination of her pregnancy. The court recognized her right to make this decision and granted her request.
Today, On 7th February, The Karnataka High Court granted anticipatory bail to former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa in a POCSO case. The case was filed based on allegations by a woman who accused Yediyurappa of molesting her 17-year-old daughter. The court’s decision provides relief to the senior BJP leader, preventing his immediate arrest. The case continues to be under legal scrutiny.
Today, On 254th January, The Supreme Court denied bail to Seema Rani, the wife of suspended Delhi government officer Premoday Khakha, in a case involving the sexual assault of a minor. Rani is accused of giving the girl medicines to end her pregnancy. She is currently in judicial custody as investigations continue.
The Bombay High Court has recommended criminal charges against five Thane police officers related to the custodial death of Akshay Shinde. An inquiry report deemed the police’s use of force unjustifiable, suggesting that Shinde’s death was avoidable. The case has been referred to the Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation and accountability.
Prajwal Revanna, former MP and grandson of ex-PM HD Deve Gowda, reviewed alleged sex videos linked to a scandal in a closed court session, involving data from his driver’s phone. The court denied full access to video evidence, emphasizing victim privacy and allegations of serious charges against Revanna, including sexual harassment and rape.
Prajwal Revanna approached the Karnataka High Court seeking copies of digital evidence in the rape cases against him. He is accused in four cases of rape and sexual assault, with his bail applications for two cases and pre-arrest bail plea for the others being rejected by the High Court last year. The request for digital evidence is part of his ongoing legal battle. Revanna continues to fight the charges in the court.