Delhi Excise Policy Case: Court Delays Charge Arguments to July 22

15 Jul 2024 14:36 PM IST

The Rouse Avenue court postponed the Central Bureau of Investigation’s (CBI) arguments on charges in the Delhi Excise policy case to July 22. Manish Sisodia and other accused, who are in judicial custody, appeared via video conferencing. Special judge Kaveri Baweja delayed the charge arguments after hearing from Advocate Nitesh

Government Plans Insurance Act Amendment for ‘Insurance for All by 2047’ in Budget Session

14 Jul 2024 14:52 PM IST

During the upcoming Parliament Budget Session, the government is set to propose amendments to the Insurance Act, 1938, aiming to achieve ‘Insurance for All by 2047’, sources reported. Key Points: Proposed Amendments: The amendments aim to introduce provisions like composite licensing, differential capital requirements, and reduced solvency norms. These changes

BMW Hit And Run Case: Mumbai Court Tells Police To ‘Do Homework’

09 Jul 2024 09:54 AM IST

A Mumbai court reprimanded city police for their lack of preparedness regarding a provision of the newly-enacted Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) in the BMW hit-and-run case. This case, involving the death of a woman after a luxury car, allegedly driven by the son of a Shiv Sena leader, struck a

Sandeshkhali Case: Supreme Court Upholds CBI Probe Order, Rejects West Bengal’s Plea

08 Jul 2024 13:14 PM IST

The Supreme Court dismisses West Bengal government’s appeal against Calcutta High Court’s decision to order a CBI probe into allegations of land grabbing and sexual assault in Sandeshkhali. In Sandeshkhali, an island in Sundarbans, tensions have escalated amid allegations of sexual assault and land grabbing involving local Trinamool Congress leaders.

Gurgaon: File Complaints Anywhere, WhatsApp Included

08 Jul 2024 11:51 AM IST

In a significant overhaul of criminal laws, Gurgaon’s police force is adapting to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), replacing outdated frameworks with streamlined processes. These reforms aim to simplify the registration of FIRs, enhance evidence collection, and modernize courtroom procedures. Senior police officials and

Is Breaking A Promise To Marry Crime In India? Exploring New Criminal Law

03 Jul 2024 21:49 PM IST

India’s legal landscape has been stirred by a new provision in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)- the New Criminal Law, replacing the colonial-era Indian Penal Code (IPC), which has sparked widespread debate and concern. Section 69 of the BNS, nestled within “offences against women and children,” has introduced stringent penalties

Allahabad HC Warns: ‘Majority Could Become Minority’ Due To Religious Conversion Gatherings

02 Jul 2024 13:01 PM IST

The Allahabad High Court has issued a stern warning regarding the ongoing unlawful conversions at religious gatherings, emphasizing the potential demographic impact on the majority population. The court’s observations came during a hearing concerning allegations of forced conversions in Hamirpur district, Uttar Pradesh. The case involved accusations against Kailash, who

Maharashtra Registers First FIR Under New Criminal Law

01 Jul 2024 18:22 PM IST

The Sawantwadi police in Sindhudurg district registered Maharashtra’s first FIR under the newly implemented Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS)- New Criminal Law on Monday. Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the milestone in the state assembly, though he did not provide specifics about the case. The BNS, along with the Bharatiya

Porsche Crash: Pune Police Plan Supreme Court Appeal For Teen’s Release

01 Jul 2024 12:59 PM IST

Pune Police have been authorized by Maharashtra’s Chief Minister to appeal to the Supreme Court against a Bombay High Court ruling that ordered the immediate release of a 17-year-old boy implicated in a fatal Porsche car accident. The High Court had declared the detention of the juvenile illegal, leading to

New Criminal Laws Take Effect on July 1: What Are The Key Changes?

30 Jun 2024 23:35 PM IST

Starting Monday, July 1, India will see a transformative shift in its criminal justice system with the implementation of three new criminal laws that replace colonial-era legislations. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam will supplant the old Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure,

Supreme Court Keeps NEET Counselling On Track, Sends Notice To NTA

21 Jun 2024 13:00 PM IST

The Supreme Court has once again refused to halt the NEET-UG 2024 counselling amidst widespread controversy over alleged irregularities in the exam’s administration. The apex court has notified the National Testing Agency. The Supreme Court has grouped the new petitions with existing ones and scheduled them for a hearing on

Arvind Kejriwal Gets Bail in Excise Policy Case On a Bail Bond of Rs 1 Lakh

20 Jun 2024 20:13 PM IST

In a recent development concerning Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Rouse Avenue court has allowed his bail application and granted him bail on a bail bond of Rs 1 lakh. This relates to the Delhi excise policy case, although specific details about the case were not provided in the