Cases in Karnataka

On trial2 weeks ago

State of Karnataka vs Actor Darshan and others — Renukaswamy Murder Case

Actor Darshan and multiple co-accused are charged in connection with the murder of Renukaswamy. Darshan was arrested on June 11, 2024. The Karnataka High Court granted bail to Darshan and co-accused on December 13, 2024, which the State of Karnataka appealed to the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court reserved judgment on the State's appeal on July 24, 2025.

MurderCriminal intimidationCriminal conspiracy+5

Karnataka15Court matter

On trial2 months ago

State vs Accused person — rape case, Karnataka

A rape case has proceeded to trial in Karnataka after the High Court refused to quash the case despite the accused's claim that the alleged sexual act was consensual. A chargesheet was filed following the lodging of a complaint on May 1, 2024.

RapeAssaultSexual offences

Karnataka4Court matter

On trial3 months ago

State of Karnataka vs H.D. Revanna — Sexual harassment and outraging modesty case

H.D. Revanna faced criminal charges following an FIR registered on April 28, 2024, on a complaint by a survivor of sexual harassment. The Karnataka High Court discharged him of charges under Section 354 IPC, prompting the Karnataka government to challenge the order in the Supreme Court.

Sexual offences

Karnataka6Court matter

Closed2 weeks ago

State vs Kodagu Homestay Owner — Illegal Arrest and Rape FIR Case

A homestay owner in Kodagu was arrested on April 19 on charges related to the rape of a US tourist. The Karnataka High Court found the arrest illegal and ordered ₹5 lakh compensation for breach of Fundamental Rights. The final chargesheet dropped rape and criminal intimidation charges, though investigation into the underlying matter continues.

Sexual offencesIllegal detentionCompensation+5

Karnataka7FIR

Judgment delivered6 months ago

NIA vs 36 accused persons — human trafficking case, Bengaluru involving Bangladeshis and Rohingyas

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed chargesheets against 36 accused persons, including 16 Bangladeshi nationals and one Rohingya of Myanmar origin, in a human trafficking case in Bengaluru. The case is described as 'massive' in scope.

Human trafficking

Karnataka2Police investigation

Under investigation3 years ago

State vs DK Shivakumar — Disproportionate assets case

The Karnataka government has decided to withdraw its consent for a CBI investigation into allegations of disproportionate assets against Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. This decision follows a Karnataka High Court order that had previously refused to quash the ongoing CBI probe.

Corruption

Karnataka2Police investigation

Chargesheet filedlast month

Bengaluru hacker Sriki — Money laundering and crypto fraud

A Bengaluru hacker was arrested in 2020 for hacking-related offences and continued alleged illegal activities. The ED filed a chargesheet against him and others in connection with a ₹288 crore money laundering probe involving cryptocurrency. Bail was denied based on ED evidence of the substantial money trail.

Economic offencesHackingCryptocurrency+1

Karnataka4Court matter

Under investigation4 years ago

CBI inquiry into Indian Red Cross Society irregularities

The central government has ordered a CBI inquiry into alleged corruption and irregularities within five state units of the Indian Red Cross Society. Allegations include the unauthorized registration of a trust by a former chairman to solicit donations.

Corruption

Karnataka2Police investigation

Judgment delivered4 years ago

Karnataka High Court ruling on KCOCA applicability

The Karnataka High Court clarified that prosecution under the Karnataka Control of Organised Crime Act (KCOCA) cannot be sustained if the proceedings for the underlying predicate offences have been quashed. The court emphasized that KCOCA is intended to address organized crime involving multiple criminal proceedings.

Organised crimeLegal Precedent

Karnataka2Court matter

Judgment delivered4 years ago

Aishat Shifa vs State of Karnataka — Hijab ban case

The Supreme Court delivered a split verdict regarding the validity of a ban on wearing hijabs in educational institutions in Karnataka. The matter was referred to a larger bench due to the difference of opinion between the two judges.

Constitutional lawEducationReligious freedom

Karnataka2Court matter

Under investigation2 months ago

State vs. Unknown accused — Rs 100-crore Bengaluru land fraud case

Bengaluru police filed a closure report in a Rs 100-crore land dispute involving a plot. A woman claiming to be the widowed owner was identified as an impostor. A top realty executive was cleared of involvement.

FraudLand dispute

Karnataka4FIR

Judgment delivered4 years ago

State of Karnataka vs Bannanje Raja

Gangster Bannanje Raja was convicted for the 2013 murder of businessman R N Nayak in Karwar, Karnataka. The prosecution relied on forensic voice matching evidence to link the accused to the crime.

MurderOrganised crime

Karnataka3Court matter

On trial5 years ago

All India Muslim Personal Law Board vs State of Karnataka — Hijab ban case

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board and other petitioners challenged the Karnataka High Court's judgment, which upheld the state government's ban on wearing hijabs in educational institutions. The petitioners argue that the hijab is an essential religious practice, while the High Court ruled it is not protected under Article 25 of the Constitution.

Constitutional lawReligious freedom

Karnataka4Court matter

On trial5 years ago

State of Karnataka vs B.A. Umesh alias Umesh Reddy

The Karnataka High Court rejected the plea of B.A. Umesh, a serial killer sentenced to death for rape and murder, seeking commutation of his death sentence to life imprisonment and challenging the President's refusal of clemency.

RapeMurderDeath penalty

Karnataka2Court matter

Under investigation5 years ago

National Investigation Agency vs. Alleged Bangladeshi Human Trafficking Gang

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is investigating a human trafficking network involving the alleged trafficking of a Bangladeshi woman into India under the pretext of employment. The investigation follows the rescue of seven women and a child by Bengaluru police in June 2021.

Human trafficking

Karnataka2Police investigation

On trial5 years ago

State vs Mohan Nayak N — Gauri Lankesh murder case

The Supreme Court restored charges under the Karnataka Control of Organised Crimes Act (KCOCA) against Mohan Nayak N, an accused in the 2017 murder of journalist Gauri Lankesh. The court ruled that a direct role in the commission of an organized crime is not necessary to invoke the act.

MurderOrganised crime

Karnataka4Court matter

On triallast month

State vs Accused in POCSO case — Brothel customer bail case

A chargesheet was filed against several accused under various sections of the BNS, POCSO Act, Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, Juvenile Justice Act, and SC/ST Prevention Act in connection with a case involving a minor victim at a brothel. The Karnataka High Court granted bail to a brothel customer accused, noting that he could not be expected to know the age and caste of the victim.

Sexual offencesHuman traffickingAbuse+5

Karnataka6Court matter

Judgment deliveredlast month

State vs Former sub-tahsildar — bribery case (Lokayukta)

A former sub-tahsildar was convicted of taking a bribe. The Lokayukta court sentenced him to four years imprisonment after Police Inspector J.S. Thippeswamy investigated and filed a chargesheet.

Corruption

Karnataka2Court matter