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🚨 Rau’s IAS Study Circle Case: Delhi HC Strikes Down  ₹2.5 Cr Bail Condition for CEO Abhishek Gupta ⚖️ In a significant development, the Delhi High Court has set aside the financial condition of depositing ₹2.5 crore for interim bail granted to Rau’s IAS Study Circle CEO, Abhishek Gupta. This case stems from the tragic death of three UPSC aspirants in the basement of the coaching institute in Old Rajender Nagar, Delhi , in July 2024 . 🔴 What’s Next? The trial court will now decide Gupta’s bail plea on its merits , with the hearing scheduled for Friday at Rouse Avenue Court . ⚖️ High Court’s Key Observations Justice Vikas Mahajan overturned the trial court’s condition, citing the Supreme Court’s precedent , which had already removed a similar ₹5 crore condition for the co-accused. 📌 Key Developments: 🔹 The SC had already set aside the ₹5 crore fund creation order for four co-accused co-owners . 🔹 On January 21, 2025 , the Delhi HC granted them regular bail wi...

🚨 Delhi HC Convicts Advocate for Contempt: A Serious  Breach of Court Decorum ⚖️ In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court recently convicted advocate Sanjay Rathod of criminal contempt of court after he used abusive and filthy language against a magistrate at the Karkardooma Court while appearing in an inebriated state. This incident, which occurred on October 30, 2015, highlights the serious consequences of disrespecting the judiciary. 🛑 Courtroom Misconduct: A Breach of Justice A division bench of Justices Prathiba M Singh and Amit Sharma found Rathod guilty of criminal contempt, emphasizing that his actions scandalized the court and interfered with the administration of justice. The language used was not only foul but also directed towards a lady judicial officer, making it particularly reprehensible. The court stated that appearing in a drunken state is "unpardonable" and constitutes contempt on the face of the court. ⚖️ Consequences & Sentencing While the High...

Delhi HC Grants Bail in High-Profile Kidney Transplant Case The Delhi High Court has granted bail to a senior female surgeon accused in an illegal kidney transplant racket involving a patient from Bangladesh. The court highlighted that, at this stage, allegations against the surgeon, particularly regarding falsified records, appear speculative and warrant further investigation. Key Details: - Date of Order: August 23, 2024 - Presiding Judge: Justice Amit Mahajan - Applicant's Custody:  Since July 1, 2024 - Concern: Possibility of the surgeon threatening witnesses or donors, mitigated through appropriate conditions. Legal Context: The court observed that the documents in question were authenticated by the relevant Embassy under the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act (TOHO Act). A Committee, which included senior doctors and a government officer, validated the organ donation as legitimate, following a three-tier safeguard system: 1. Document Submission 2. Authenticati...

Hindu Front Moves Plea in SC to Vacate Interim Stay in Bhojshala Temple-Kamal Maula Mosque Dispute The Hindu Front for Justice (HFJ) has recently filed a plea in the Supreme Court of India to vacate the interim stay that restrains action based on the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) report concerning the Bhojshala Temple-Kamal Maula Mosque complex dispute. Background of the Dispute This complex issue began when the Madhya Pradesh High Court permitted an ASI survey of the Bhojshala Temple-Kamal Maula Mosque to determine its religious character on March 11, 2024. Subsequently, the mosque committee challenged this decision, leading to the Supreme Court issuing an interim stay on April 1, 2024, preventing action based on the ASI's findings. The Plea by HFJ Filed through advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain, HFJ's application argues that the Supreme Court's interim stay has rendered the Special Leave Petition (SLP) ineffective. HFJ maintains that objections to the ASI report can be ...

Delhi Court Sends Arvind Kejriwal to Judicial Custody  Till July 12 In a significant development, the Delhi Court has sent Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to judicial custody until July 12 in connection with the excise policy case. The decision came after Kejriwal’s three-day Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) custody ended, and the court decided not to extend it further. Court's Decision and Immediate Reactions The Rouse Avenue Court of Delhi ordered the judicial remand of Arvind Kejriwal, following arguments presented by both the prosecution and defense. Advocate DP Singh, representing the CBI, argued that Kejriwal had been uncooperative during his police custody, providing evasive replies contrary to the evidence on record. The court found these arguments sufficient to warrant judicial custody. AAP’s Response The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has called the court’s decision a conspiracy orchestrated by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). AAP leader Sanjay Singh criticized the CBI...

Kannada Actor Darshan Thoogudeepa Detained in Murder Case In a dramatic turn of events, renowned Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa has been taken into custody by Bengaluru police in connection with a murder case. The arrest has created a significant stir in the film industry and among his fans. Details of the Incident The victim, identified as 33-year-old Renukaswamy from Chitradurga, was found dead in Kamakshipalya, Bengaluru, on June 9. The case has been officially registered at the Kamakshipalya police station, and the investigation is currently in progress. The Deputy Commissioner of Police (West), S Girish, has confirmed the detention of Darshan Thoogudeepa for questioning in connection with this case. Police Statement Deputy Commissioner of Police (West) S Girish stated in a press conference, "In connection with a murder case registered in Kamakshipalya Police Station limits of Bengaluru West division on 9th June, one of the actors of the Kannada film industry has been secur...