The Supreme Court clarified that the NIA court in Delhi can continue hearing the case of Engineer Rashid. He was arrested in 2019 under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in a terror funding case. Rashid remains in jail as an accused in the matter. The ruling affirms the jurisdiction of the NIA court over the proceedings.
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The Supreme Court today granted bail to Ashish Mishra, son of former Union Minister Ajay Mishra, in connection with the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence. His movements are restricted to Delhi or Lucknow. The court also approved bail for farmers involved in the case and instructed the trial court to expedite proceedings, prioritizing the case.
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On Monday (22nd April): The Delhi High Court denied bail to Salim Malik in the Delhi riots case, citing the seriousness of the charges against him. The court emphasized his attendance at meetings where violent activities were discussed, leading to the dismissal of his bail plea. Malik faces allegations under the UAPA and various sections of the IPC.
The Hindu side argues in the Krishna Janmbhoomi-Idgah suit that a mosque’s presence does not automatically make the property a Waqf. They assert that the land was originally a temple and challenge the mosque’s claim. The High Court will continue hearings, addressing legal issues and considering evidence regarding the property’s designation and history.
Today(on 22nd April), The Supreme Court dismissed Greeshma’s plea to annul the final report in the Parassala murder case, upholding the Crime Branch DySP’s authority. Greeshma’s dissatisfaction with the High Court’s ruling led to the challenge. The case now shifts focus to the upcoming trial proceedings in the Sessions Court.
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Today (8th April): The Supreme Court has issued a stay order halting proceedings in a corruption case against Tamil Nadu Minister I. Periyasamy until further directives are issued. The decision follows an appeal filed by the minister challenging a Madras High Court order. The stay order suspends progress in the case pending the apex court’s review.
The Supreme Court Today (April 1st) declined to halt the Varanasi court’s decision permitting Hindu groups to conduct worship in the southern cellar of the Gyanvapi Mosque. CJI Chandrachud led bench, directed both parties to maintain the status quo, allowing both communities to engage in religious prayers. Apex court also sought response of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple trustees on the plea of the mosque management committee.
Today (1st April): The Supreme Court is set to hear a plea challenging the Allahabad High Court’s ruling on the Gyanvapi Mosque case, which allows Hindu prayers in the mosque’s southern cellar. The committee managing the mosque filed the plea against the High Court’s decision, prompting a thorough examination of arguments from both sides.
On 20th March: Mumbai Court stays execution of warrant against BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur in the 2008 Malegaon Blast case due to hospitalization, after she informed the court of her condition. The court scheduled March 27 for her appearance and statement recording, and requested her hospital discharge certificate. Thakur’s non-appearance on March 11 led to the warrant issuance.
Today (18th March): The CBI is opposing AAP leader Manish Sisodia’s bail plea. The investigation into the Delhi excise policy implicates Sisodia as the mastermind behind an alleged conspiracy. The Supreme Court has also rejected his bail plea, citing a potential money trail of Rs 338 crore in corruption and money laundering cases.