SPECIAL COURTS
Why has this Netflix show creator been sentenced to a prison term? What did he do in Saudi Arabia?
Abdulaziz Almuzaini who is a popular animation expert and who has his own show on Netflix has been sentenced to 13-years in prison by a Saudi anti-terrorism court. Human rights groups are up in arms and are demanding his release. His posts on social media have been deemed to be a threat to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
CJI Chandrachud urges citizens to participate in special Lok Adalat in SC for speedy disposal of cases
Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Friday, July 5, urged citizens, who have pending cases before the Supreme Court, to take part in the special Lok Adalat to get their disputes resolved amicably and speedily. Watch.CJI Chandrachud urges citi...
A recent Supreme Court ruling may shake up US immigration laws, specially for H-1B workers
The US Supreme Court's recent decision to overturn the Chevron precedent has significant implications for immigration laws, particularly affecting the Indian diaspora. The ruling may impact H-1B visa holders and their employers, while also raising questions about the future of the H-4 EAD program.
Jharkhand’s new CM Hemant Soren to face floor test on 8th July
Chief Minister Hemant Soren's new Jharkhand government will face a floor test on 8th July in a special Assembly session. Soren, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader, was sworn in as the 13th Chief Minister at Raj Bhavan after being released on bail on June 28 from Birsa Munda Jail in a case involving money laundering and land scam linked to the Enforcement Directorate (ED), following a court's order. During his absence, Champai Soren held office as CM briefly from February 2.
CJI D Y Chandrachud urges citizens to take part in special Lok Adalat in SC for amicable, speedy resolution of cases
In a bid to lessen the pendency of cases in the top court, the special Lok Adalat will be organised in the 75th year of the establishment of the apex court, which came into existence on January 26, 1950 with the coming into force of the Constitution.
NEET-UG Case: Arrested accused brought to special CBI court in Bihar's Patna
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has brought the accused involved in the NEET-UG exam irregularities to a special court in Patna, Bihar. Aman Singh, suspected to be a key conspirator, was arrested in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, marking the seventh arrest in the case. Earlier arrests included a school owner from Godhra and a marketing professional. The CBI's actions follow allegations of paper leaks and cheating in the NEET-UG 2024 exams, prompting national protests and scrutiny by the Supreme Court, which is set to hear related pleas on July 8.
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NIA special court convicts two over conspiracy to unleash terrorist attacks in India
NIA convicted Ansal-al-lslam members Mahmud Hassan and Mohamad Sayad Hussain for aiding Ansar-al-Islam's terrorist conspiracy. They possessed 11 mobile phones and were sentenced to five years in prison.
Court rejects gangster Abu Salem's plea against prison transfer
Abu Salem, sentenced in 2017 for the 1993 Mumbai blasts, faces transfer from Taloja prison despite safety concerns and an appeal filing by his lawyer, Taraq Sayyed.
Karnataka obscene video case: Prajwal Revanna remanded to 14 days judicial custody
A special court in Bengaluru remanded former MP Prajwal Revanna to judicial custody on Tuesday in a rape case. Revanna, grandson of ex-PM HD Deve Gowda, was arrested on May 31 after explicit videos surfaced. Meanwhile, his mother, Bhavani Revanna, received anticipatory bail in an abduction case related to the investigation.
SC to organise special Lok Adalat
The Supreme Court is set to host a special Lok Adalat from July 29 to August 3, aiming to resolve pending cases amicably. This initiative aligns with the court's commitment to providing accessible and efficient justice. The Lok Adalat will focus on settling various cases, including those related to matrimonial disputes, property disputes, motor accident claims, and more. Such alternative dispute resolution mechanisms help expedite case resolution and promote harmony.
BJP seeks special assembly session to discuss Delhi 'water crisis', blames AAP govt 'mismanagement'
The BJP demanded a special session of the Delhi Assembly to address the city's water crisis, blaming it on the AAP government's mismanagement. BJP Chief Whip Ajay Mahawar, in a letter to Speaker Ram Niwas Goel, highlighted the severe water shortage amid extreme heat. The BJP's Delhi unit chief, Virendra Sachdeva, also called for a session to discuss the issue.
Prajwal Revanna's mother Bhavani appears before SIT after HC direction
Bhavani is facing charges of kidnapping a woman, allegedly to help her son, who is accused of sexually abusing several women, and is currently in SIT custody.
Rahul Gandhi defamation case: Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar calls it 'bogus'
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has dismissed a defamation suit filed by the Karnataka BJP unit against him, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as a 'bogus case'. The BJP alleged that advertisements in local newspapers and false campaigning by Congress before the 2023 state assembly elections damaged the BJP's image.
Hearing in Amit Shah defamation case against Rahul Gandhi postponed to June 18
Last December, the court issued a warrant against Gandhi. Subsequently, the Congress leader halted his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Amethi on February 20, appeared in the court, and was granted bail. The complaint was filed on August 4, 2018, against Gandhi for his alleged objectionable comments against Shah made at a press conference in Bengaluru in May of that year during the Karnataka elections.
Rahul Gandhi to appear before Bengaluru court on Friday in BJP defamation case
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will appear before a special court for people's representatives in Bengaluru at 10 am on Friday, as announced by Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president DK Shivakumar on Thursday evening. This appearance is related to a defamation case filed by the BJP, accusing the Congress of running a smear campaign against the previous government prior to the assembly elections.
Prajwal Revanna's custody extended till June 10 in obscene video case
Former Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna has been extended police custody in Bengaluru due to an obscene video scandal. Revanna, who lost the 18th Lok Sabha election to Congress' Shreyas Patel, was arrested by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) just as he arrived in Bengaluru. The SIT arrested Naveen Gowda and Chethan Kumar B C, who were missing since April 23 when election officials filed a complaint in Hassan over the distributed pen drives.
Judges reflect sense of continuity of values amid elections: CJI Chandrachud
Addressing the famous Oxford Union Society here on Tuesday on the topic of the humanising role adjudicators can play in society, the senior-most judge of India's apex court highlighted the role of technology in injecting greater transparency into the judicial system.
Sexual assault case: Court adjourns HD Revanna's plea, next hearing on Friday
Karnataka High Court adjourned JDS MLA HD Revanna's plea on quashing the FIR filed against him for alleged abduction of a sexual assault survivor from Mysuru district.
Prajwal Revanna lands at Bengaluru airport; taken into custody by SIT
Prajwal Revanna, who is a JD(S) MP and also accused of sexual harassment, returned to India from Munich. He is facing a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe over allegations of sexual harassment and criminal intimidation. Revanna filed an anticipatory bail plea on May 28, after the SIT arrested Naveen Gowda and Chetan.
Prajwal Revanna files for anticipatory bail in sexual assault case at Bengaluru sessions court
The day before Prajwal Revanna's anticipated return, the suspended JD(S) MP filed an anticipatory bail application at the Bengaluru sessions court regarding the sexual assault case. According to PTI sources, the 33-year-old grandson of JDS leader H D Deve Gowda is set to arrive in Bengaluru during the early hours of May 31. The SIT is reportedly keeping watch at Kempegowda International Airport, poised to arrest him upon his arrival.
SIT arrests two accused in connection with Prajwal Revanna's obscene video case
SIT arrests two prime accused in JD(S) suspended MP Prajwal Revanna obscene video case, involving distribution of obscene videos on pen drives.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah accuses Kumaraswamy of diluting Prajwal cases with allegations against Dy CM
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah accused JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy of attempting to downplay rape and sexual offence charges against his nephew by criticiaing Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. Prajwal Revanna is the grandson of former PM H D Deve Gowda and is currently evading capture after fleeing the country. Siddaramaiah criticised Kumaraswamy for not taking the accusations seriously. He also accused the PMO of not responding to his requests regarding the case.
Sexual abuse case: Kumaraswamy again appeals to Prajwal to return to India, face probe
JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy urged his nephew, MP Prajwal Revanna, facing sexual abuse charges, to return from abroad for investigation. No party differences over the allegations. A 'Blue Corner Notice' issued by Interpol. Kumaraswamy appeals for cooperation with SIT probe. He accused Congress government of politically targeting Deve Gowda family.
SC draws distinction between Arvind Kejriwal and Kejriwal Soren's cases
Supreme Court questioned Hemant Soren's plea against ED arrest, granted interim bail to Arvind Kejriwal for election campaigning, seeking more legal arguments from Soren's counsel, noting the prosecution complaint.
Not a routine judgment, people feel special treatment has been given: Amit Shah on SC granting bail to Kejriwal
Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed his views on the Supreme Court's decision to grant interim bail to Arvind Kejriwal, stating that he believes it is not a routine judgment and that many people in the country perceive special treatment. The Supreme Court recently granted interim bail to the Aam Aadmi Party leader until June 1, 2024, in connection with the ongoing money laundering probe related to the Delhi Excise Policy case.
Special Court grants bail to JDS MLA Revanna in abduction case
Bengaluru court granted bail to JDS MLA HD Revanna. Judge Bhat set conditions including a Rs 5 lakh bond, travel restrictions, and cooperation with the SIT investigation. Revanna faces charges of abduction, sexual harassment, while Revanna Jr is absconding.
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