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The Allahabad High Court denied former IAS officer Anil Tuteja relief concerning the Chhattisgarh liquor scam, ruling the Uttar Pradesh FIR valid despite the Supreme Court quashing a related money laundering case. The court emphasized that ED witness statements can support ongoing criminal proceedings against Tuteja and others accused of involvement in a Rs. 2,000 crore syndicate.
The Allahabad High Court questions the UP police’s conclusion that former SP lawmaker Rameshwar Singh Yadav committed rape, as he was allegedly in the legislative assembly at the time. The court has directed the Investigating Officer to explain this and has granted bail to one of the accused due to the unexplained case filing delay.
Today(on 27th June), Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted the rule of law as essential to good governance and commended the state police for maintaining security. He emphasized the need for modernizing the police force while inaugurating upgraded police response vehicles for UP-112.
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 Allahabad High Court criticized the Uttar Pradesh Police for indiscriminately filing chargesheets, emphasizing the need for thorough investigation and adherence to due process. The court highlighted concerns about police practices, calling for accountability and integrity in dispensing justice. It noted the necessity for judicial involvement to uphold principles and protect rights.
Today, On 3rd May, The Supreme Court of India scheduled a final hearing on May 14 for multiple petitions challenging FIRs against the Vice-Chancellor of SHUATS in Uttar Pradesh and others, related to allegations of unlawful religious conversions. The court also directed the submission of written arguments, highlighting the complexity of the case and its constitutional significance.
In Uttar Pradesh, a female civil judge received a death threat via letter, prompting a swift FIR filing by the police against unknown individuals at the Kotwali Nagar police station in Banda district. The judge, who had previously reported alleged sexual harassment, awaits justice as investigations into both matters continue amid concerns for her safety.
Supreme Court Modifies Ashish Mishra’s Bail Terms Amidst Ongoing Judicial Proceedings The Supreme Court, in a recent judgment, has made alterations to the bail conditions of Ashish Mishra, an accused in the Lakhimpur Kheri case. The apex court has now permitted Mishra to “enter and stay in the National Capital Territory (NCT) to look after […]
