State vs Devangana Kalita — 2020 Delhi riots case

Updates

1. News12 Sep 2024

   2020 Delhi riots case: HC asks trial court not to pass order on charges till September 23

   The high court issued the order while hearing a plea by riots accused Devangana Kalita, seeking police to provide videos and WhatsApp chats in two cases,...

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The high court ordered the trial court to pause deciding on formal charges against the accused.

   Who:

   The Delhi High Court is the court, and Devangana Kalita is the accused.

   When:

   Reported on 12 Sep 2024.

   Where:

   The case is in Delhi.

   Why:

   The accused requested that the police provide video evidence and private chat messages in two cases.

   What it means:

   The trial court must wait until the specified date before it can decide on the formal charges.

   The New Indian Express
2. Arrest16 Sep 2020

   Umar Khalid arrested under UAPA in Delhi riots case: What is this tough anti-terror law?

   Students and activists have been charged under provisions of the anti-terror law in the Delhi riots case.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   Umar Khalid was taken into police custody under a strict anti-terror law.

   Who:

   The police arrested Umar Khalid, the accused activist, in connection to the Delhi riots case.

   When:

   Reported on 16 Sep 2020.

   Where:

   Delhi.

   Why:

   He is accused of breaking the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act, a law designed to fight terrorism.

   What it means:

   The accused will now face the legal process under these serious anti-terror charges.

   The Indian Express