The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a plea by alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar seeking a stay on his conviction in a criminal case. Chandrasekhar was previously convicted and sentenced to eight years in jail by a Delhi court for impersonating a Supreme Court judge to influence a special judge for bail in a 2017 corruption case. The Delhi High Court had also dismissed his application for a stay on his conviction.
District and sessions courts in Pune, Thane, Hingoli, and Beed, Maharashtra, received email threats of bomb blasts on Monday. This led to evacuations, extensive searches by police, dog squads, and Bomb Detection & Disposal Squads (BDDS). While nothing suspicious has been found so far, cybercrime units are investigating the source of these emails, which are suspected to be hoaxes.
Lawyers at the Allahabad High Court vandalised Justice Ajay Bhanot's courtroom in protest against his alleged humiliation of an advocate, leading to Justice Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal ordering identification of those involved for disciplinary and contempt proceedings.
A Chennai court has granted the Central Crime Branch three days' custody of former School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi in connection with an alleged private schools recognition scam. The police had sought five days to investigate the money trail in the multi-crore scam, and the court has set conditions for his medical examination and legal counsel's presence during interrogation.
A Delhi court has convicted Mohammad Arman alias Manu for attempting to murder a 23-year-old youth by stabbing him with a button-actuated knife. The conviction was secured despite the victim, Sagar, later changing his statement in court, as the judge relied on his initial testimony, hospital records, and crucial forensic evidence including DNA matching from the recovered weapon.
A Delhi court has convicted a woman, Asma, under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act for possessing over 2 kg of ganja, rejecting her defence that the contraband was planted by police. The court found the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, despite defence arguments regarding lack of independent witnesses and procedural lapses.
The Supreme Court ruled that income tax reassessment proceedings are invalid if the department fails to issue a mandatory Section 143(2) notice.
A local court in New Delhi has denied bail to Abhishek Singh, who was arrested for possessing heroin and MDMA. The court cited the serious nature of the allegations and the ongoing investigation to ascertain the source and supply chain of the seized narcotics. The prosecution highlighted the risk of flight and the need for further investigation, while the defence argued false implication and procedural discrepancies.
The Supreme Court has quashed a dowry death case, ruling that merely calling a wife 'stupid' or 'useless' does not constitute cruelty or criminal intimidation, especially without a proven nexus to dowry demands and suicide. The court emphasised the need for careful scrutiny of allegations in matrimonial cases to prevent abuse of legal processes.
YouTuber Abdul Khader, also known as Khader Karippody, surrendered to police in Kasaragod on Thursday after the Supreme Court rejected his anticipatory bail plea in an attempted murder case. He is accused of brutally assaulting and stabbing an NRI businessman following a dispute. Khader had been absconding since the case was registered on June 28 this year.
A Delhi court has rejected the CBI's plea to alter charges against former DHFL CMD Kapil Wadhawan, former director Dheeraj Wadhawan, and businessman Ajay Ramesh Nawandar in the Rs 34,000 crore bank fraud case. The court stated it cannot review its own order of framing charges except for clerical errors and found no evidence for certain IPC sections.
A Delhi court has granted bail to Gassama Thomas, an African national accused in an international drug syndicate case, stating that merely being an African national does not presume conspiracy. The court noted insufficient evidence linking him to the larger syndicate or the commercial quantity of drugs recovered from other flats, as only an intermediate quantity was found in his shared flat without direct proof of his knowledge or sole occupancy.
A Delhi court has issued fresh bailable warrants against popular YouTuber Dhruv Rathee in a 2018 defamation case filed by Vikas Sanskrityayan. This development follows previous warrants issued on October 17 after Rathee's house was found locked.
The Supreme Court has deferred the hearing on journalist Siddique Kappan's plea to release his passport until November 2. Kappan, arrested in 2020 in the Hathras conspiracy case, had deposited his passport as a bail condition set by the top court in September 2022.
A court in Gujarat's Gandhinagar district has sentenced three individuals to life imprisonment for cow slaughter, citing Hindu scriptures like the Manusmriti and Vedas to emphasise the religious significance of cows and their role in material prosperity and dharma.
The Delhi High Court has criticised the police's "total disinterest" in taking action against a POCSO case survivor who allegedly lied in court, despite agencies often blaming hostile witnesses for acquittals. The court made these observations while granting bail to an accused, noting the prosecutrix's "blatant lie" about not appearing before a judge.
The Jharkhand High Court acquitted a man serving a life sentence for murder, ruling that his fundamental right to a fair trial was violated because he was questioned and his statements recorded in English, a language he did not understand. The court deemed the trial court's proceedings a 'farce' and set aside the conviction.
The Allahabad High Court has admitted an appeal filed by Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, challenging their death sentence in the notorious blue drum murder case. The duo was convicted by a Meerut court for the murder of Saurabh Rajput and attempting to conceal his body. The High Court has fixed November 30 for hearing the appeal, where the convicts argue the trial court's verdict was illegal and based on circumstantial evidence without sufficient proof.
A Fast Track Court in Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, has sentenced Dawood Ahmad to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for the rape of a minor girl in a 2016 case. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 20,000. The case involved a 12-year-old victim who was sexually assaulted and threatened, subsequently giving birth to a child.
A special court in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced Sande Sagar alias Sunil to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sodomising a seven-year-old boy. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 60,000, to be paid to the victim. The incident occurred on March 7 last year, and a case was registered on March 8, 2025.
A special SC/ST Act court in Muzaffarnagar has sentenced four individuals, including a father and son, to life imprisonment for the attempted murder of a Dalit farmer during a 2010 land dispute. The convicts were also fined Rs 1,05,500 each for charges including attempt to murder and violations under the SC/ST Act.
The Delhi High Court has directed the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to decide on two show-cause notices issued to grappler Vinesh Phogat within two weeks. The notices concern alleged anti-doping rule violations and misconduct. The court emphasized the need for a sportsperson to be mentally relaxed for competitive events and stated that any decision taken after two weeks would be held in abeyance until January 20, 2027. Phogat's petition challenges these notices, which she claims are arbitrary and impede her return to competitive wrestling.
The Supreme Court has mandated that banks must be held accountable for losses incurred by digital fraud victims, ensuring compensation of at least the amount lost if the fraud stems from the financial institution's lack of due diligence. The court emphasised that the proposed RBI regulatory framework must include enforceable provisions for compensation, preventive measures, and institutional accountability, moving beyond mere advisories. The CJI stressed the need for banks to use technology like AI to prevent fraud by monitoring unusual transactions and called for stronger accountability clauses against non-compliant banks.
The Delhi High Court has upheld the Centre's decision to increase passport fees for Indians residing abroad, dismissing a petition that challenged the 67 per cent hike. The court ruled that the increase, implemented after 14 years, was not unreasonable or exorbitant and falls within the government's policy domain, warranting no judicial intervention. The petition, filed by Pravasi Legal Cell, argued that the higher fees disproportionately affect low-income Indian workers abroad.
A special MCOCA court in Mumbai has remanded Amar Mundiya, the 12th accused in the Tiger Shroff firing case, to police custody until November 6. Mundiya is accused of transferring money to co-accused, and his custody is deemed essential for further investigation into the financial transactions and digital applications used by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang members involved in the October 18 incident.
The Supreme Court on Thursday granted the Chhattisgarh government the liberty to approach the high court for cancellation of bail granted to retired senior IAS officer Anil Tuteja in corruption cases, specifically if there are instances of bail misuse. The apex court refused to entertain the state's direct plea challenging the bail but clarified that the high court's observations during bail grant would not influence the trial. Tuteja faces probes in multiple corruption cases, including the liquor scam, District Mineral Fund irregularities, and coal levy scam.
Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, convicted in the sensational blue drum murder case, have appealed their death sentence in the Allahabad High Court. They argue the trial court's verdict, based on circumstantial evidence, was illegal and arbitrary, citing lack of concrete proof and procedural lapses. The High Court is expected to hear the matter next week.
The Delhi High Court has directed the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to decide on show-cause notices issued to wrestler Vinesh Phogat within two weeks, acknowledging concerns that pending disciplinary proceedings could hinder her preparations for upcoming competitions.
A court in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, has ordered police to register a murder case against four individuals and investigate the deaths of a newly married couple whose decomposed bodies were discovered nearly three months ago. The order came after an application from the deceased man's father, citing alleged threats received by the couple before their deaths.
A special POCSO court in Thane has sentenced Aakash Baburao Thorat to 20 years' rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a 5-year-old girl in 2019. The court relied heavily on the victim's testimony, finding it credible despite defence attempts to discredit it. The accused was also fined and the victim was awarded compensation.
A Delhi court has granted bail to a married man accused of deceiving a woman into sexual intercourse on a false promise of marriage. The court noted that the man had cooperated with the investigation before his arrest and no custodial interrogation was deemed necessary. The case involves BNS Section 69, which addresses sexual intercourse by deceitful means.
A local court in Thane has remanded two accused, Santosh Kanojia alias Talli and Amit Singh alias Paplu, in judicial custody in connection with the murder of Shiv Sena (UBT) Manpada ward chief Pradeep Purnekar. Purnekar was killed at his office on September 29, and the remand follows the conclusion of their police custody.
A POCSO court in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced a man named Garibe to 20 years' rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 30,000 for sexually assaulting a 10-year-old boy in April 2024. The conviction followed a swift investigation and chargesheet filing.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's convoy was involved in a minor collision on the Purvanchal Expressway on Monday while he was travelling to Sultanpur for a court hearing in a defamation case. Officials confirmed Gandhi was safe and no major injuries occurred. The incident happened around 10.15 am when a vehicle in front suddenly braked, causing a chain reaction. The convoy resumed its journey, heading to the court for a case related to remarks made against Amit Shah in 2018.
A Delhi court has acquitted Mustkeem and Javed of attempt to murder and other charges in a 2015 case, citing the prosecution's failure to prove their involvement beyond reasonable doubt and the absence of crucial CCTV footage. The court highlighted insufficient evidence and uncorroborated testimony.
A special court in Mumbai has ordered the police to provide a detailed report by October 28 on the steps taken to secure the custody of extradited gangster Anmol Bishnoi, an accused in the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique. The directive comes amid accusations from Siddique's family that the prosecution is intentionally delaying the legal proceedings. Bishnoi is currently held in Tihar Jail, with his movement restricted by a central government order until December 2025 or the completion of his trial.
A special court in Muzaffarnagar has sentenced a man named Bittu to life imprisonment for raping a six-year-old girl in 2024. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 60,000, which will be given to the survivor. The incident occurred on November 10, 2024, when the girl was abducted and raped at her home, leading to Bittu's conviction under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act.
Kerala's Electricity Minister Sunny Joseph stated that criticism regarding the state government's initial decision for a preliminary inquiry in the alleged CMRL payments case, involving former CM Pinarayi Vijayan and his family, would subside following a recent Supreme Court verdict. Health Minister K Muraleedharan also affirmed that the SC order vindicated the government's cautious approach, which prioritised a preliminary inquiry over immediate FIR registration based solely on the ED's request.
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that survivors of sexual assault under the POCSO Act cannot be denied compensation solely because their medical report does not record physical injuries. The court directed authorities to pay Rs 3 lakh to a minor under the Uttar Pradesh Rani Lakshmi Bai Mahila Samman Kosh scheme, emphasising that absence of injury marks does not negate sexual assault allegations and that the scheme's provisions must be interpreted liberally.
A Delhi court has denied anticipatory bail to a university professor accused of raping a former student and threatening to circulate her objectionable videos. The court cited WhatsApp chats indicating coercion and the risk of witness tampering and evidence destruction if bail were granted. The investigation has been assigned to a senior police officer.
