NEW DELHI: Today (11th Feb): The Supreme Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the National Federation of Indian Women (NFIW), which is associated with the CPI. The PIL raised concerns about the rising incidents of mob lynching and violence, especially by cow vigilantes. The Bench, led by Justice BR Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran, referred to its previous ruling in the case of Tehseen Poonawalla v. Union of India and stated that while the ruling is binding on all authorities, the Court cannot oversee or monitor such incidents in every part of the country.
Today, On 3rd February, The Supreme Court sought a forensic report on audio clips linked to Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh amid allegations of instigating violence. The request comes as part of the investigation into the ongoing clashes in the state. The court aims to verify the authenticity of the recordings.
Today, On 14th January, The Delhi High Court heard Tahir Hussain’s plea seeking interim bail to contest the upcoming assembly elections. The police opposed the plea, arguing that the right to contest elections is not a fundamental right. Hussain is accused of being the mastermind and funder of the Delhi riots. The High Court has reserved its decision on the matter.
The Supreme Court on Monday (16th Dec) ruled that the NIA can investigate not only scheduled offences but also non-scheduled offences if a connection is established. The court denied bail to Ankush Vipan Kapoor, accused of smuggling heroin, linking him to a larger smuggling network. Concerns over drug abuse and societal impacts were also highlighted.
On December 16, the Supreme Court expressed concern over drug abuse in India as it reviewed a bail petition for Ankush Vipan Kapoor, accused of heroin smuggling. The court urged for youth rehabilitation and open discussions. Kapoor’s bail was cancelled to facilitate a thorough investigation into his drug syndicate activities, highlighting the narco-terrorism threat.
Vishnu Shankar Jain, a lawyer representing the Hindu side in a mosque-temple dispute, filed an FIR after receiving a threatening comment on social media from Nidhi Jha, inciting community tensions. The case includes charges of criminal intimidation and provocation. The Supreme Court emphasizes maintaining peace amid ongoing disputes and violence in Sambhal.
The Allahabad High Court ordered the listing of a writ petition seeking the registration of an FIR against officials involved in the Sambhal violence case. The petition was filed by the Hazrat Khwajah Garib Nawaj Welfare Association, claiming officials were responsible for the incident that resulted in four deaths.
A group of 68 eminent personalities, including a retired High Court Judge, senior bureaucrats, and a sitting MP, has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene in addressing escalating atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. The appeal highlights systematic attacks on Hindu religious sites, properties, and individuals, alongside the arrest of ISKCON leader Chinmoy Krishna Das on alleged fabricated sedition charges. The signatories demand urgent action, including the protection of Hindus, release of detained leaders, justice for victims of violence, international sanctions on Bangladesh, and raising the issue at global forums. They urge India’s leadership to uphold its commitment to justice and religious freedom.
The Uttarakhand Government informed the High Court that no permission was granted for a maha panchayat organized by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad, scheduled for December 1, related to demands for demolishing a mosque. The Court emphasized maintaining law and order and scheduled a hearing for December 5 amid rising tensions in the area.
Today, On 23rd October, the Allahabad High Court criticized the Uttar Pradesh government for not responding to a case regarding demolitions in Bahraich. The court expressed frustration over delays and instructed the state to provide detailed information about the road’s category. Affected residents were given 15 days to respond to demolition notices.
