50-Year-Old Attempted Murder Case: Man Acquitted
A Mumbai court acquits a man in a 1974 attempted murder case after the sole eyewitness, the victim, fails to recall the incident. Read the full details of this extraordinary legal conclusion.
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Man, 81, acquitted in 1977 Mumbai murder bid case
A Mumbai court acquits an 81-year-old man in a 1977 attempt-to-murder case after the main witness says she does not remember the incident. Read the full story of the 48-year-old legal saga.
BrahMos engineer acquitted of spying after 7-year jail term
Nishant Aggarwal, former BrahMos engineer, cleared of espionage by Bombay HC. He spent over 7 years in jail but says he gained experience, not lost years. Read his story of resilience.
Court acquits 4 in dowry case, orders action against complainant
A special SC/ST Act court in Ambedkarnagar acquitted four accused in a 6-year-old dowry harassment case, citing false charges. The judge ordered legal action against the complainant and a refund of welfare funds.
'Bench Hunting' Threatens Supreme Court's Finality
The growing trend of 'bench hunting' for quick reversals of Supreme Court orders undermines its role as the final arbiter of law. Experts warn this practice jeopardizes judicial stability. Read more.
BrahMos Scientist Nishant Agarwal Freed After 7 Years in Jail
Former BrahMos scientist Nishant Agarwal walks free from Nagpur prison after 7 years as court acquits him of leaking missile secrets. Read the full story of the verdict and his ordeal.
BrahMos scientist's wife reveals son born during spy case
Kshitija Agarwal shares her family's journey through a spying case, social stigma, and welcoming a son while her husband, former BrahMos scientist Nishant Agarwal, fought for justice.
Two acquitted in 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots arson case
A Muzaffarnagar court acquits two men accused in a 2013 communal riots arson case due to lack of evidence after key witnesses turned hostile. Details inside.
Araria man acquitted in bank fraud case after 2-year trial
Ramchandra Kumar acquitted in Araria bank fraud case after prosecution fails to produce evidence. Details on the ICICI Bank transaction and court's verdict inside.
Hisar Court Acquits Alawadi in CLU Bribery CD Scandal
A Hisar court acquits Bhuvnesh Alawadi in the CD scandal case citing lapses in prosecution evidence. Get the full details on the 9-year legal battle.
Why Fast-Track Courts May Not Be the Judicial Cure
The new Fast-Track Courts Bill risks reducing judicial reform to mere speed, ignoring deeper systemic issues. Read our analysis of its potential shortcomings.
Panchkula Court Acquits 5 in Snatching Case
A Panchkula sessions court acquits five youths from Uttar Pradesh in a snatching case after the prosecution fails to prove guilt. Key evidence flaws revealed. Read the full details.
Mumbai court acquits father in child poisoning case
A Mumbai court acquits Mohd Ansari in the 2021 poisoning death of his son after the mother and daughter turned hostile and key medical evidence was missing. Read the full details of the case.
Pune Court Acquits Father in POCSO Case After 7 Years
A Pune court acquits a man accused of raping his minor daughter after key witnesses, including the victim, deny the assault. The accused spent 7 years in jail. Read the full details.
Punjab HC Guides Magistrate on Police Remand Evaluation
Punjab and Haryana High Court instructs magistrate to consider defense objections before evaluating police remand requests. Landmark ruling ensures fair legal process.
Bhopal Court Acquits Man in Marriage Case After 4 Years
A tribal youth in Bhopal was acquitted of rape charges after a 4-year legal battle over his marriage to his wife, whom he married when she was allegedly a minor. The court cited lack of evidence and upheld their love marriage.
Dehradun court acquits man in 2019 rape case
Dehradun fast-track court acquits 42-year-old man of rape charges after finding contradictions in complainant's statements and insufficient evidence. Key details from the 2019 case.
Court acquits Murugha Mutt seer in Pocso case
Chitradurga court acquits Murugha Mutt seer Shivamurthy Murugha Sharanaru in 2022 Pocso case. Two others also cleared. State plans to appeal verdict. Details inside.
SC Slams Practice of Benches Overturning Earlier Orders
Supreme Court expresses concern over benches overturning previous judgments, warns it undermines judicial authority. Read about the landmark observations.
Chitradurga Seer Acquitted in POCSO Case
Chitradurga seer cleared in first POCSO case, maintains silence after verdict. Details on the acquittal and temple tributes following court decision. Read full story.
Karnataka Seer Acquitted in POCSO Case After 2 Years
Shivamurthy Murugha Sharana, head of Murugha Mutt, cleared of POCSO charges by Karnataka court. Landmark verdict ends 2-year legal battle. Read full details.
Calcutta HC Overturns Pocso Conviction, Acquits Accused
Calcutta High Court acquits a man sentenced under the Pocso Act, citing material inconsistencies in witness testimony. Justice Ghosh sets aside the trial court's 3-year imprisonment order.
Kerala HC upholds father's acquittal in minor rape case
Kerala High Court dismisses state appeal, upholding trial court's acquittal of father accused of raping minor daughter. Court cites inconsistencies in evidence and medical reports.
UP cop submits forged court order, faces new FIR
A UP police constable submitted a forged acquittal order to clear his name in a 2005 case during a departmental inquiry. The forgery was discovered, leading to a fresh FIR against him.
Bombay HC Final Hearing in Sohrabuddin Case in Dec
The Bombay High Court will conduct the final hearing in December on appeals challenging the acquittal of all 22 accused in the Sohrabuddin Shaikh alleged fake encounter case. Follow the latest developments.
SC Rejects Quota Plea for Promotee Judges in HJS
Supreme Court declines plea for reservation in promotions for promotee judges in Higher Judicial Service. The bench emphasizes merit-cum-seniority basis for promotions. Read full analysis.
Singer Hassan Manak in 14-day judicial remand for fraud
Punjabi singer Hassan Manak sent to 14-day judicial custody in ₹10 lakh fraud case. The singer faces multiple cheating allegations from victims in Jalandhar.
Supreme Court Acquits Surendra Koli in Nithari Case
Supreme Court overturns Surendra Koli's conviction in Nithari killings, exposing investigative failures and media trial impact. Learn how justice was compromised by public pressure.
36 Shiv Sena Leaders Cleared in 2005 Riot Case
Special court acquits MP Ravindra Waikar, former Mumbai mayor and 34 others in 2005 rioting case. Judge cites lack of evidence and identification issues. Read full details.
HC imposes ₹25,000 cost for frivolous contempt plea
Punjab & Haryana High Court upholds judicial independence, imposes heavy costs on petitioner for frivolous contempt case against judicial officer. Read full details.
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