The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to a husband accused of abetting his wife’s suicide, citing that sending a triple talaq notice did not constitute abetment. Despite the illegality of triple talaq, the court found no evidence of abetment. This decision has sparked debate about the spouse’s legal and ethical responsibilities in such cases.
Three new criminal laws, aimed at modernizing the justice system, replace colonial-era laws from today. They introduce provisions like Zero FIR, online police complaints, electronic summons, and mandatory crime scene videography. The Ministry of Home Affairs has initiated various measures for effective implementation, including technological upgrades, capacity building, publicity campaigns, inclusion in curriculum, and review meetings.
The Bombay High Court emphasized the need to impose heavy costs on individuals wasting the time of investigative agencies and courts. The court’s observation came during a bail plea hearing for a man accused of rape, where the accused and victim had resolved their differences. The court expressed concern over unnecessary FIR registrations and court time wastage.
The Delhi High Court ordered the removal of social media posts and videos alleging that journalist Rajat Sharma abused Congress leader Ragini Nayak, citing false information and potential harm to Sharma’s reputation. The court mandated the removal of specified posts, directing the privatization of public domain videos until further orders, and affirmed that this action does not violate freedom of speech.
Today, On 31st May, Prajwal Revanna, a suspended Janata Dal (Secular) MP, has been taken into the custody of a Special Investigation Team for six days regarding an alleged obscene video. The case has attracted significant attention and controversy. Revanna, facing probe over sexual harassment allegations, was granted one-hour legal counsel sessions during his custody. Arrests of key suspects linked to the case have also been made.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s brother, Ayazuddin Siddiqui, arrested in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, on charges of cheating and forgery. He is accused of submitting fake documents to the Consolidation Department. This is not the first time he has faced legal issues; in 2018, he was accused of offending religious sentiments online.
The Patna High Court received a petition demanding the cancellation of the NEET UG exam due to alleged paper leaks. The plea calls for a CBI investigation, citing concerns over exam integrity and student futures. The scandal involves arrests, bribery, and organized gangs. Calls for re-conducting the exam and ensuring fairness grow.
Today, On 16th May, Swati Maliwal accuses an unnamed individual of manipulating videos to protect themselves, raising concerns about political tactics and media integrity. She alleges assault by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s personal secretary and filed an FIR with detailed accounts of the incident. The accused individual’s attempts at self-protection through video manipulation are under scrutiny.
Today, 13th May, Umar Khalid’s bail plea, filed under UAPA in the Delhi riots case, is pending a decision from the Karkardooma Court. The court reserved the order after arguments from both sides. Khalid’s defense emphasizes lack of substantial evidence and bias in media trial. The Delhi Police, opposing the bail, cited his alleged attempts to influence bail hearings through social media.
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