The judge handling the trial in the 2008 Malegaon blast case has been transferred. The incident involved a bomb explosion near a mosque in Malegaon on September 29, 2008. Six people lost their lives and over 100 were injured in the blast. The case has been ongoing for several years, dealing with serious charges and multiple accused.
Former Supreme Court judge B N Srikrishna warned that human rights in India are facing a “deep crisis” due to the massive backlog of over five crore pending cases. Speaking at a national convention, he emphasized that delayed justice amounts to a denial of justice. He also expressed concerns over threats to judicial independence and freedom of expression. His remarks highlight growing challenges in India’s legal and judicial system.
The Delhi’s Karkardooma Court started hearing arguments on charges in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. The prosecution stated the investigation is ongoing, but the court observed that the investigation regarding the accused persons is complete. The accused individuals, including Umar Khalid and Safoora Zargar, face stringent charges under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act. The hearing will continue on September 6.
The NIA court in Mumbai directed the agency to submit its closure report in the Nitin Gadkari threat case to the designated court in Nagpur due to jurisdictional concerns. The case involves extortion calls and threats made to the Union Minister. The court emphasized the need to conclude the case in the appropriate legal authority in Nagpur.
Indira Jaising urges a delay in implementing new criminal laws, concerned about their impact on access to justice and citizens’ rights. The laws replace longstanding ones, raise ambiguity over retrospective application, and compound judicial backlog. They diverge from Supreme Court precedents, potentially compromising liberties. Jaising calls for thorough debate and assessment by stakeholders before implementation.
Today, 25th April,Delhi Police granted an additional month by the court to investigate the recent security breach at Parliament, highlighting concerns about safety measures. The decision followed a formal request citing the need to examine witnesses and pending reports, with the court allowing accused individuals to interact with family via video conferencing. This extension adds 45 days to the investigation timeframe.