Jagtar Singh Hawara vs. State of Punjab and others

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1. News13 Oct 2026

   Supreme Court asks Delhi governmente to seek inputs from IB on Hawara plea for transfer to Punjab jail

   SCourt asks Delhi to consult IB on Hawara’s plea for transfer from Tihar to a Punjab jail amid sensitivity and resistance from Punjab govt.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Supreme Court directed the Delhi government to consult the Intelligence Bureau about moving a prisoner.

   Who:

   The Supreme Court is the high court overseeing this request. The Delhi government manages prisons. The Intelligence Bureau is an agency that collects security information. Jagtar Singh Hawara is the accused person seeking a transfer.

   When:

   Reported on 13 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   The case involves the Delhi government, Punjab, and the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

   Why:

   The court wants input from the security agency before deciding on the prisoner's request to move to Punjab.

   What it means:

   The Delhi government must gather security feedback before the court considers the transfer request further.

   The Hindu
2. Hearing11 Oct 2026

   Former CM's assassin Jagtar Singh Hawara did not get parole, hearing in Punjab and Haryana HC adjourned till October 28.

   The hearing in the Punjab and Haryana High Court on the parole plea of Jagtar Singh Hawara, convict in the assassination of former Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh, to meet his ailing mother, has been adjourned till October 28, 2026. Despite Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's recommendation, formal orders are still pending, which has increased the wait for Hawara's arrival at the village.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   A request for temporary release from prison was not granted.

   Who:

   Jagtar Singh Hawara is the accused person seeking release, the State of Punjab is the government party involved, and the Punjab and Haryana High Court is the judicial body managing the case.

   When:

   Reported on 11 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Punjab and Haryana High Court in Punjab.

   What it means:

   The court postponed the discussion regarding his request for temporary release until the next scheduled meeting.

   Dainik Jagran