Lawrence Bishnoi and 26 others face charges in the Sidhu Moosewala murder case in Punjab. Legal proceedings are underway. The chief suspect, Goldy Brar, remains at large despite his alleged involvement. The accused are charged with murder, attempt to murder, conspiracy, and other offenses. The attack on Moosewala was linked to a previous killing.
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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 special NIA court in Mumbai warned BJP MP Pragya Thakur to attend the 2008 Malegaon blast trial by April 25 or face consequences. Despite health issues, the court emphasized her obligation to participate. Failure to comply may result in further action, as her absence caused delays. Thakur and six co-accused currently on trial for various charges related to the blast.
Today(on 16th April), Delhi Police confirmed acquiring necessary sanctions under UAPA and CrPC for the NewsClick Case prosecution. The Special Public Prosecutor presented three sanction orders as part of a supplementary chargesheet. The case was postponed until April 30, 2024, with emphasis on thorough examination of the 8,000-page chargesheet. Newsclick and its founder are accused of promoting pro-China propaganda.
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Today (15th April): The Supreme Court has postponed NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha’s medical bail plea until April 22. Purkayastha is held in Tihar jail under anti-terror laws. The court instructed AIIMS to assess his health condition. He was arrested on allegations of receiving Chinese funding for anti-national propaganda. Delhi High Court previously denied his UAPA arrest challenge.
On Friday (12th April): Former Congress councillor and lawyer Ishrat Jahan, accused in the Delhi Riots case, has been allowed by a Delhi court to practice law outside the National Capital Territory of Delhi. This decision comes after her bail condition was modified, as there have been no breaches since her bail was granted. This move expands her professional opportunities beyond the NCR jurisdiction.
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On Tuesday (9th April): The Delhi Police opposed Umar Khalid’s bail plea, alleging he spread false information on social media and incited violence during the 2020 Delhi riots. They presented evidence of his communication with various individuals to manipulate the narrative. Khalid’s request for bail hinged on lack of evidence against him, with the court set to decide on the matter.
The Delhi Court denied Tahir Hussain’s bail request, citing substantial grounds under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. The court found prima facie evidence of his involvement in funding and orchestrating the 2020 Delhi riots. Witness statements and financial evidence supported the decision, emphasizing the gravity of the allegations. The ruling underscores the strict scrutiny of UAPA cases.
Today(on 20th March), The Patiala House Court in Delhi has extended the NewsClick case investigation by 10 days over allegations of pro-China propaganda and illegal foreign funding. This marks the third extension granted by Additional Sessions Judge Hardeep Kaur. The accused individuals’ judicial custody has also been prolonged, with significant amounts of foreign funds alleged to have been illegally injected into India.
Today(14th March), The Karkardooma District Court in Delhi grants the Delhi Police extra time to respond to Umar Khalid’s bail plea in the Delhi riots case. Khalid, in custody since September 2020, anticipates further arguments on March 21, 2024. The court’s decision follows a request for more time due to changes in the investigative team. Umar Khalid’s counsel also requested his visit to Jamia for a root canal treatment.