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SC justifies denial of bail to Umar Khalid, releases 2 others

SC justifies denial of bail to Umar Khalid, releases 2 others

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The Supreme Court granted interim bail to two Delhi riots accused, while addressing concerns about conflicting views on bail under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). The court referred the question of law on whether prolonged incarceration can override UAPA restrictions to a larger bench.

Sohrabuddin Case: Key Events In The Alleged Fake Encounter

Sohrabuddin Case: Key Events In The Alleged Fake Encounter

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A detailed timeline of the Sohrabuddin Shaikh alleged fake encounter case, from the initial abduction in 2005 to the Bombay High Court's dismissal of appeals in 2026.

SC asks CBI, ED to conduct 'fair, time-bound' probe into Anil Ambani Group banking fraud

SC asks CBI, ED to conduct 'fair, time-bound' probe into Anil Ambani Group banking fraud

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

The Supreme Court has ordered a 'fair, dispassionate, transparent, and time-bound' investigation by the CBI and ED into the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group, addressing concerns over alleged large-scale banking fraud and demanding accountability.

SC nod for NIA chargesheet in Bengal judicial officers' gherao case

SC nod for NIA chargesheet in Bengal judicial officers' gherao case

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has permitted the NIA to file its charge sheet upon completion of the investigation into the incident in West Bengal where judicial officers were illegally confined by a mob.

Bengal 'most polarised state': SC orders CBI/NIA probe, CAPF deployment

Bengal 'most polarised state': SC orders CBI/NIA probe, CAPF deployment

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has expressed serious concern over the 'hostage' situation involving seven judicial officials in West Bengal's Malda district, demanding explanations from state officials and authorising the Election Commission to seek a CBI or NIA probe.

1993 Gujarat Arms Landing: Court Convicts 12 In Dawood Ibrahim Case

1993 Gujarat Arms Landing: Court Convicts 12 In Dawood Ibrahim Case

Rediff.com4 May 2026

A special TADA court in Jamnagar convicted 12 individuals in connection with the 1993 arms landing case linked to Dawood Ibrahim, while acquitting 17 others. The case involves a conspiracy to smuggle weapons into India to avenge the Babri Masjid demolition.

Court Discharges Rohit Pawar In MSCB Scam Case: Here's Why

Court Discharges Rohit Pawar In MSCB Scam Case: Here's Why

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A special court in Mumbai discharged NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar and others in a case registered by the Enforcement Directorate concerning an alleged Rs 25,000 crore scam at the Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank (MSCB). The court stated that the money laundering case could not proceed without a predicate offence.

'Enough is enough': SC seeks MP reply on minister's Col Qureshi remarks

'Enough is enough': SC seeks MP reply on minister's Col Qureshi remarks

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Madhya Pradesh government to decide on granting sanction to prosecute minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for his remarks targeting Army officer Col Sofiya Qureshi. The court expressed its displeasure over the delay and the nature of Shah's comments.

Dawoodi Bohra verdict row: HC ex-judge Patel gets security cover

Dawoodi Bohra verdict row: HC ex-judge Patel gets security cover

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Retired Judge Gautam Patel and his family, getting threatening letters over his 2024 verdict on the succession row in the Dawoodi Bohra community, have been provided police protection, the Maharashtra government on Monday told the Bombay high court.

ED Officers Honoured For Kolkata I-PAC Raid

ED Officers Honoured For Kolkata I-PAC Raid

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Two Enforcement Directorate officers who participated in the raid against I-PAC in Kolkata this January received an award for their 'exceptional competence'.

Abortion, Rs 7 lakh claim: What Twisha's husband told MP SIT

Abortion, Rs 7 lakh claim: What Twisha's husband told MP SIT

Rediff.com26 May 2026

The CBI has registered an FIR in the death of Twisha Sharma, booking her husband and mother-in-law.

Malda Violence: NIA Nabs Two For Road Blockades, Attacks

Malda Violence: NIA Nabs Two For Road Blockades, Attacks

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested Maulana Imran Ali and Rinku SK in connection with the April violence and protests in Malda, West Bengal. The arrests are part of 12 ongoing cases related to road blockades, illegal detention of judicial officers, and attacks on police during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

'Bail is rule even in UAPA': SC criticises own Umar Khalid order

'Bail is rule even in UAPA': SC criticises own Umar Khalid order

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The Supreme Court has reaffirmed that bail is the general rule, even in cases registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), while granting bail to an accused in a narco-terror case.

Twisha Sharma Cremated As Family Pursues Dowry Harassment Case

Twisha Sharma Cremated As Family Pursues Dowry Harassment Case

Rediff.com24 May 2026

The last rites of former actor-model Twisha Sharma, who was allegedly harassed for dowry, were conducted in Bhopal. Her family continues to seek justice, with the Supreme Court taking cognisance of the case.

'Sad that they have not learnt their lessons': SC raps NTA over NEET leak

'Sad that they have not learnt their lessons': SC raps NTA over NEET leak

Rediff.com25 May 2026

The Supreme Court on Monday said it was sad that National Testing Agency has not learn lessons from the earlier NEET paper leak as it sought response from the Centre, NTA and Central Bureau of Investigation on pleas for replacement of the testing agency with a robust and autonomous body to conduct the medical entrance exam.

ED Arrests I-PAC Co-founder in Money Laundering Probe

ED Arrests I-PAC Co-founder in Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested I-PAC co-founder Vinesh Chandel in connection with a money laundering case linked to the coal scam probe in West Bengal, escalating tensions ahead of the state's Assembly elections.

Enforcement Directorate Widens Probe Into Merlin Group Money Laundering

Enforcement Directorate Widens Probe Into Merlin Group Money Laundering

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate conducted fresh searches against entities being probed in connection with the money laundering case against Kolkata-based real estate company Merlin Group and others. The action follows previous raids on April 8 and focuses on alleged financial links between the company and West Bengal politicians and officials.

I-PAC Co-Founder Remanded in ED Custody Amid Coal Scam Probe

I-PAC Co-Founder Remanded in ED Custody Amid Coal Scam Probe

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

A special court in Delhi has remanded I-PAC co-founder Vinesh Chandel to ten days of ED custody following his arrest in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged coal scam in West Bengal.

Owaisi Accuses NIA Of Betrayal In Malegaon Blast Case

Owaisi Accuses NIA Of Betrayal In Malegaon Blast Case

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has criticised the NIA's handling of the 2006 Malegaon blast case, accusing the agency of betraying the victims by likely not appealing the Bombay High Court's decision to discharge four accused.

SC orders CBI probe into Arunachal contracts linked to CM's kin

SC orders CBI probe into Arunachal contracts linked to CM's kin

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the CBI to conduct a preliminary enquiry into the awarding of public works contracts in Arunachal Pradesh to companies allegedly owned by family members of Chief Minister Pema Khandu.

Warring Insists on Judge-Monitored Probe in Warehousing Official Suicide Case

Warring Insists on Judge-Monitored Probe in Warehousing Official Suicide Case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring is calling for a judge-monitored probe into the suicide of a warehousing corporation official, differing from other Congress MPs who want a CBI investigation. The case involves allegations of harassment against a former minister.

CBI Investigates Rs 10 Crore Cyber Fraud Case In Delhi

CBI Investigates Rs 10 Crore Cyber Fraud Case In Delhi

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The CBI has registered a case and taken over the investigation of a Rs 10 crore 'digital arrest' scam in Delhi, where a retired engineer was allegedly cheated by cyber-criminals posing as courier company and police officials.

Bombay High Court Rules PMLA Takes Precedence Over SARFAESI, RDB Acts

Bombay High Court Rules PMLA Takes Precedence Over SARFAESI, RDB Acts

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

The Bombay High Court has ruled that the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) takes precedence over debt recovery laws like SARFAESI and RDB Acts when it comes to the attachment of proceeds of crime.

15,000 Crore Restored to Investors in PACL Ponzi Scheme

15,000 Crore Restored to Investors in PACL Ponzi Scheme

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has restored assets worth over 15,000 crore to a Supreme Court-appointed committee for distribution to investors defrauded in the PACL (Pearls Group) Ponzi scheme.

Karur stampede: CBI summons Vijay on March 10 for another round of questioning

Karur stampede: CBI summons Vijay on March 10 for another round of questioning

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The CBI has summoned actor Vijay for further questioning regarding the 2025 Karur stampede that resulted in 41 deaths. This follows previous questioning and the gathering of new evidence requiring clarification from the actor.

Anil Ambani seeks debt treatment like Sterling's Sandesaras'

Anil Ambani seeks debt treatment like Sterling's Sandesaras'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Industrialist Anil Ambani has approached the Supreme Court seeking a court-facilitated debt resolution similar to the one provided to Sterling group's Nitin and Chetan Sandesara, and five other members of their families.

Why Did Supreme Court Strengthen UAPA?

Why Did Supreme Court Strengthen UAPA?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Reversing the burden of evidence means that the principle of innocent until proven guilty does not apply. It is exactly the opposite: Guilty as charged, until you can convince the judges of the contrary, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Why Are Educated People Falling For Digital Arrest Scams?

Why Are Educated People Falling For Digital Arrest Scams?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Chief Justice of India expresses concern over the increasing number of digital arrest scams, highlighting a recent case where an elderly woman was defrauded of her retirement benefits.

Delhi Police To Investigate Hospitals Denying Treatment To Assault Victim

Delhi Police To Investigate Hospitals Denying Treatment To Assault Victim

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Delhi Police has formed a team to investigate allegations that two government hospitals and a private hospital refused immediate treatment to a woman advocate who was allegedly assaulted by her husband.

ED Intensifies Coal Scam Probe with Raids on I-PAC Executives

ED Intensifies Coal Scam Probe with Raids on I-PAC Executives

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids on executives of political consultancy firm I-PAC and others in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged coal scam in West Bengal.

Why Mamata is calling for SC probe into Ajit Pawar's death

Why Mamata is calling for SC probe into Ajit Pawar's death

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

After West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee stated that the truth would not emerge through existing mechanisms and called for a probe, several opposition leaders including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge backed her demand.

Rajasthan Opposition Alleges Conflict of Interest in Adarsh Credit Society Scam Case

Rajasthan Opposition Alleges Conflict of Interest in Adarsh Credit Society Scam Case

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Rajasthan's Leader of Opposition, Tika Ram Jully, has accused the state government of a 'double game' in the Adarsh Credit Cooperative Society scam, alleging a conflict of interest involving the Additional Advocate General.

Ex-Nepal PM Oli Freed on Bail in Gen Z Protest Case

Ex-Nepal PM Oli Freed on Bail in Gen Z Protest Case

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Former Nepalese Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli and ex-Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak have been released on personal recognisance bail after being arrested in connection with the Gen Z protests of September 2023.

Air India crash probe: 'Nothing has been ruled out'

Air India crash probe: 'Nothing has been ruled out'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) team probing last year's fatal Air India plane crash is examining certain components of the aircraft and assessing various aspects, and 'nothing has been ruled out' in terms of the factors that could have led to the accident that killed 260 people, according to a source.

Did an electrical disturbance trigger Air India Dreamliner crash?

Did an electrical disturbance trigger Air India Dreamliner crash?

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Pilots' grouping FIP has suggested that the AAIB should investigate whether a 'pre-lift off electrical disturbance' could have led to the Air India Dreamliner crash in June last year, which resulted in 260 fatalities.

YouTuber Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Snake Venom Case Quashed

YouTuber Elvish Yadav 'Relieved' After Snake Venom Case Quashed

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

YouTuber Elvish Yadav expresses relief and questions accountability after the Supreme Court quashes the FIR against him in the snake venom case, highlighting the impact of media coverage and the harassment faced by his family.

SC to hear ED plea against Bengal govt in coal scam probe

SC to hear ED plea against Bengal govt in coal scam probe

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a plea by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) alleging interference and obstruction by the West Bengal government, including Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, in its probe into an alleged coal-pilferage scam. The ED claims Banerjee removed key evidence during raids on I-PAC offices and the premises of its director, Pratik Jain.

SC demands answers from Ghaziabad police in child rape-murder case

SC demands answers from Ghaziabad police in child rape-murder case

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has criticised the Ghaziabad police's investigation into the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl, summoning senior officials and demanding a court-monitored probe.

Delhi Advocate Battles For Life After Husband's Attack

Delhi Advocate Battles For Life After Husband's Attack

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A 38-year-old woman advocate in Delhi is fighting for her life after being attacked by her husband, with her family alleging years of domestic violence and a property dispute as contributing factors.

Twisha Sharma given tearful adieu; family pins hopes on SC

Twisha Sharma given tearful adieu; family pins hopes on SC

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A medical board from AIIMS Delhi will conduct a second post-mortem examination on former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following her family's concerns about the initial autopsy and allegations of dowry harassment.