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The Mumbai Crime Branch's Anti-Extortion Cell arrested several individuals linked to the Dawood Ibrahim gang on charges of extortion. The investigation involves allegations of corruption and criminal activities associated with the gang's network.
Sukesh Chandrasekhar is accused of running an extortion racket from jail by impersonating government officials and using phone spoofing technology to deceive victims. The CBI and Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing have filed chargesheets and are investigating his associates and prison officials allegedly involved in the syndicate.
A public interest litigation was filed challenging the appointment of Justice DY Chandrachud as the 50th Chief Justice of India. The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition and imposed costs of ₹1 lakh on the petitioner.
A public interest litigation was filed seeking the formation of a fact-finding committee to investigate the history of the Taj Mahal and to open sealed rooms within the monument. The Supreme Court dismissed the petition, stating that the court is not the appropriate forum to reopen historical debates.
The Central Bureau of Investigation is investigating allegations of a multi-crore loan fraud involving former ICICI Bank MD Chanda Kochhar, her husband Deepak Kochhar, and Videocon Group owner Venugopal Dhoot. The case centers on alleged irregularities in loan sanctions and quid pro quo arrangements.
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.
The Supreme Court examined the constitutional validity of the 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act, which introduced a 10% reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in admissions and government jobs.
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.
The Gujarat High Court granted bail to Rakshit Chaurasia, who was accused in a fatal hit-and-run incident in Vadodara. The victim's family expressed dissatisfaction with the court's decision to grant bail to the accused.
The Uttarakhand High Court heard a petition seeking the transfer of the investigation into the murder of Ankita Bhandari to the Central Bureau of Investigation. The court rejected the demand for a CBI probe.
Authorities detected multiple instances of impersonation and the use of forged documents during the written examination for the recruitment of constables in the Uttar Pradesh Police. Investigations are ongoing to identify the individuals involved in these fraudulent activities.
The Supreme Court quashed a 35-year-old criminal case, citing the enormous delay in trial and judicial apathy. The court expressed concern over the systemic failure to conclude long-pending criminal trials.
A public interest litigation was filed in the Supreme Court seeking directions for the mandatory registration of live-in relationships, citing concerns over crimes involving partners in such arrangements. The Supreme Court dismissed the petition.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered an FIR against former Union Finance Secretary Arvind Mayaram for alleged corruption. The agency conducted searches at his premises in connection with the investigation.
The Supreme Court upheld the 2016 demonetisation of Rs 500 and Rs 1000 currency notes by a 4:1 majority. The court ruled that the decision-making process was not flawed or unlawful, while a dissenting opinion noted that the exercise was unlawful but could not be reversed.
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.
Former NCB Mumbai zonal director Sameer Wankhede is accused of demanding a bribe in connection with the 2021 drugs case involving Aryan Khan. The Bombay High Court has granted him interim protection from arrest.
A public interest litigation was filed in the Supreme Court seeking a direction that the new Parliament building be inaugurated by the President of India rather than the Prime Minister. The Supreme Court refused to entertain the petition.
A shootout in the Hanur forest region of Karnataka resulted in three deaths, highlighting ongoing tensions and conflicts between local communities and forest authorities. The incident is being examined in the context of wildlife crime and forest management issues.
The Supreme Court is considering whether match-fixing in cricket can be legally classified as 'cheating' under existing laws. The BCCI has advocated for specific legislation to criminalize the practice.