A Delhi court has reserved its order on bail pleas for five accused in the Turkman Gate violence case. The defence argues arrests were made as a deterrent, while prosecution calls it an attack on the system.
Analysis: Supreme Court's bail order in Delhi riots conspiracy case relies on a chargesheet critics call flawed, expands definition of terror, and raises questions on UAPA application. Read the deep dive.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi attacks UAPA law after SC denies bail to Umar Khalid. He blames Congress for its origin and BJP for strengthening it, calling for a review. Read more.
The Supreme Court freed a Hyderabad woman detained under a preventive law, ruling that drug charges must specifically threaten public order, not just law and order. Read the landmark judgment details.
Supreme Court rules preventive detention cannot be used merely to prolong custody if bail is feared. Details on the landmark judgment quashing a Hyderabad NDPS case detention.
The Supreme Court has overturned a bail order in a POCSO gang rape case, citing insensitive handling. The case involves recording of assault and threats of circulation. Read the full story.
Sharjeel Imam, accused in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case, told court his speeches didn't incite violence and he never spoke to co-accused Umar Khalid at JNU. The Supreme Court has drawn a hierarchy for bail.
Tamil Nadu government petitions Madras High Court to revoke interim bail of YouTuber Savukku Shankar, alleging he misrepresented his health and created videos. Court directs response by Jan 19.
Delhi court grants bail to fifth accused in riots case, accepting a bond of Rs 2 lakh. Get the latest updates on the legal proceedings and key details from the hearing.
The Allahabad High Court ruled that being declared an absconder does not bar anticipatory bail. A midwife nurse was granted pre-arrest bail in a case involving IPC sections 316, 420, 504, and 120B. Read the full legal analysis.
Delhi Police identify 30 individuals in Turkman Gate stone-pelting case, analyzing 400 videos. Probe ongoing into the violent clash that injured several. Latest updates here.
The Allahabad High Court granted bail to Rohit Bhati, accused in the murder of Nikki Bhati. The court noted a prima facie case for bail but did not comment on the trial's merits. Read the full details.
Supreme Court issues notice to Maharashtra govt on bail appeals by accused in Pune Porsche crash case. Two software engineers died in the May 2024 accident. Next hearing on Jan 30, 2026.
Supreme Court rulings reinforce 'bail is rule, jail exception.' Experts urge Parliament for a dedicated Bail Act to protect personal liberty and ensure speedy trials. Read more.
A Delhi court has issued release orders for four accused in the Delhi riots case after the Supreme Court granted them bail. One accused, Shadab Ahmad, did not appear to furnish bail bonds. Get the latest updates.
A midnight demolition drive near Delhi's Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque turned violent as locals pelted stones, injuring police. The MCD action followed High Court orders. Details inside.
Following the Supreme Court's bail order distinguishing 'masterminds' from 'facilitators', four more accused in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case file fresh pleas. Details inside.
The Supreme Court granted bail to a businessman citing delay in trial, affirming the right to speedy trial under Article 21. This comes a day after denying bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam.
The Supreme Court has ruled that the right to a speedy trial is fundamental and cannot be ignored due to an offence's severity. The court granted bail, stating economic offences are not a homogeneous class for blanket bail denial. Read the full analysis.
Uttarakhand High Court grants bail to three men accused under Cow Progeny Act, emphasizing personal liberty under Article 21. Justice Alok Kumar Verma cites 'bail is rule, jail exception' principle. Details inside.
Himachal Pradesh High Court grants bail, ruling that advocating peace with Pakistan and criticizing war does not constitute sedition. Key observations on free speech and evidence.
Supreme Court rejects activist Umar Khalid's bail plea in the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots 'larger conspiracy' case. Family expresses deep disappointment, citing lack of evidence. Read the full details.
Supreme Court denies bail to Umar Khalid & Sharjeel Imam in Delhi riots case, grants it to 5 others. Left parties condemn order, Congress silent. Read the full story.
Families of five accused granted bail in the 2020 Delhi riots case express relief and sorrow as others remain jailed. Read their emotional stories of loss and hope.
Supreme Court denies bail to Umar Khalid & Sharjeel Imam in Delhi riots case, citing 'hierarchy of culpability'. Five co-accused granted bail. Read the detailed analysis of the court's reasoning on stringent UAPA bail conditions.
Supreme Court denies bail to Umar Khalid & Sharjeel Imam after 5+ years in jail, raising alarms about UAPA misuse and criminalisation of dissent. Read the full analysis.
Families of Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam express anguish as Supreme Court denies them bail in the Delhi riots conspiracy case, while five co-accused secure relief. Details inside.
Supreme Court grants bail to five of seven accused in 2020 CAA protest case after six years in prison. Families express relief and hope. Read the full story.
Supreme Court reinstates a Madhya Pradesh judge, ruling a wrong bail order alone cannot be grounds for disciplinary action. The court emphasized judicial independence and warned against frivolous complaints.
Supreme Court reinstates Madhya Pradesh judge, ruling a wrong bail order without evidence of corruption is not grounds for disciplinary action. Upholds judicial independence.