Delhi Police has issued a new circular under BNSS 2023, stating that ‘police witnesses will now be examined through electronic communication and video conferencing.’ This move aims to speed up legal proceedings and ensure smooth witness examination.
A Delhi court denied former AAP MLA Naresh Balyan’s bail plea under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) for the second time. The judge cited insufficient grounds for bail, with police concerns that his release could jeopardize the ongoing investigation into an organised crime syndicate linked to gangster Kapil Sangwan.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court Bar Association has urged Chief Justice Sheel Nagu to shift court hearings to primarily video conferencing due to the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, which pose serious safety risks. They recommend limiting physical attendance, preparing emergency protocols, and training staff to ensure court functioning amid potential threats.
New Delhi: Today, 19th March, The Supreme Court has asked the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to present its stance on a plea demanding a thorough investigation into alleged financial fraud by Kolkata-based SREI Group. The plea claims that the company engaged in fund mismanagement, including round-tripping money through a private trust and misusing public funds taken from various banks.