ANTICIPATORY BAIL
81-year-old Bengaluru CA helps 8 companies send Rs 200 crore overseas, seeks protection from arrest after tax evasion probe, blames staff misused his digital signature
An 81-year-old Bengaluru chartered accountant allegedly issued 163 Form 15CB certificates for eight companies involved in foreign remittances worth Rs 200.58 crore. He claimed his staff misused his digital signature. A Mumbai special court rejected his anticipatory bail plea, questioning the timing of his police complaint.
JNU sexual harassment case: Delhi court seeks police's reply on Akoijam's anticipatory bail plea
A Delhi court has asked the police for a response to Angomcha Bimol Akoijam's anticipatory bail request. The court stated that no coercive action will occur until the hearing on November 5. Meanwhile, JNU had previously dismissed Akoijam following allegations of sexual harassment made by 11 female students. The Delhi High Court has since put a stay on his dismissal order until January 2027.
Ex-TN Minister Poyyamozhi arrested in school recognition scam
Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested by the Central Crime Branch in Chennai for an alleged ₹100 crore fraud. His arrest followed the dismissal of his anticipatory bail petition by the Madras High Court. The case arose from a complaint by DC Elangovan regarding illegal money collection from private schools. The accused promised government approvals and recognition in exchange for significant financial contributions.
Former TN Minister Anbil Mahesh arrested in Rs 100 cr private schools 'scam'
DMK leader Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested following the dismissal of his bail petition by the Madras High Court. The former School Education Minister is accused of a Rs 100 crore scam involving private school managements. Allegations include collecting money from schools under the pretense of a party fund for approvals. The government has categorically opposed his bail, citing serious financial irregularities.
Delhi court declares Siddharth Khera absconder in Rs 400-crore Seagull Maritime case
A Delhi court has declared Siddharth Khera an absconder in a fraud case involving Seagull Maritime Agencies. Judicial Magistrate Deepakshi Rana ordered police to register an FIR after Khera failed to appear in court. The Supreme Court had previously allowed the investigation agency to explore diplomatic channels for his deportation. The allegations include diverting business payments to related firms alongside his father, Ajay Khera.
Two Indians indicted in US over alleged smuggling, sale of counterfeit Ozempic
Two Indian nationals have been indicted for selling counterfeit Ozempic, a weight-loss drug, in the US. Swapnadip Roy was extradited from Italy and pleaded not guilty, while Vicky Ramancha remains at large. They allegedly obtained counterfeit products from China and sold them to US distributors at discounted rates. The scheme continued despite the FDA's seizure of some counterfeit products and public warning.
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Calcutta HC sets aside relief to Congress Nandigram bypoll candidate Milan Pradhan
The Calcutta High Court's division bench has overturned the previous single-bench ruling concerning Milan Pradhan. The court has instructed Pradhan to apply for regular bail rather than seeking interim protection in his criminal case. Currently in judicial remand until October 7 after being apprehended by the Purba Medinipur district police, Pradhan's situation adds urgency as the Nandigram bypoll approaches on October 6, with campaigning halting on October 4.
SC rejects PIL challenging 2018 amendment to SC/ST Act; declines plea to revisit 2020 judgement
The Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to entertain a PIL challenging the constitutional validity of the 2018 amendment to the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, which reinstated restrictions on anticipatory bail.
Bengal Police arrests Abhishek Banerjee's aide as SC rejects pre-arrest bail plea
Sumit Roy, aide to Abhishek Banerjee, was arrested by the CID. This arrest occurred after the Supreme Court denied his anticipatory bail plea. The case involves alleged multi-crore land grabbing in Salboni, West Midnapore district. Roy was taken for medical examination and is currently being interrogated by officials. He will be presented before the court on Friday for further proceedings.
TN bypolls: TVK names candidates, sets up electoral clash with DMK in first battle post April elections
The ruling TVK party has announced its candidates for upcoming by-elections. These contests will feature direct electoral battles against the DMK party. The AIADMK party is also expected to participate in the upcoming by-elections. TVK aims to leverage local support bases for its nominated candidates. Polling is scheduled for October sixth, with results announced on October ninth.
Bengal assembly passes Bill enabling inter-university transfer of teaching, non-teaching staffers
The West Bengal Assembly approved a bill allowing staff transfers between state universities. This new legislation empowers the government to move teaching and non-teaching employees as needed. Experienced professors will be sent to newly established institutions to guide their development. The bill aims to balance university autonomy with government accountability.
CID detains Abhishek Banerjee's aide Sumit Roy after SC rejects anticipatory bail plea in Bengal land case
West Bengal CID detained Sumit Roy, personal assistant to TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee. This detention occurred soon after the Supreme Court refused his anticipatory bail plea. Roy was taken from Banerjee's Kalighat residence in connection with a land scam. The Supreme Court also vacated its earlier order which had stayed his arrest. Roy had been summoned multiple times previously regarding the illegal land sale.
Supreme Court rejects pre-arrest bail plea of Abhishek Banerjee's PA in land case
The Supreme Court rejected Sumit Roy's anticipatory bail plea. This decision allows his arrest for custodial interrogation in the land scam. The court also vacated its earlier order that had stayed his arrest. Roy is the personal assistant to TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee. The case involves alleged sale of government land and deposit of proceeds into party accounts.
Land grab probe: Custodial interrogation of Abhishek Banerjee's PA needed, WB tells SC
The West Bengal government seeks custodial interrogation of Sumit Roy in a land grab case. Huge cash deposits were made by Roy into a bank account, the state informed the court. Roy has been evasive during the ongoing investigation, according to the Solicitor General. The Supreme Court directed the probe agency to produce relevant bank transaction records.
Supreme Court allows Bengal govt to file report on questioning of Abhishek Banerjee's PA in land-grab probe
The Supreme Court allowed the West Bengal government to submit a sealed investigation report. This report supports the claim that Sumit Roy was not cooperating with police. Roy, personal secretary to TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee, faces a land-grab case probe. The court extended Roy's protection from arrest until the next hearing. This development follows a previous order for the state to produce interrogation records.
Rs 15 lakh fraud money credited to senior citizen’s account, police wanted to question him; HC grants anticipatory bail on this ground
Criminals deposited Rs 15 lakh in senior citizen’s bank a/c; police wants to question him; HC grants anticipatory bail and observes mere deposit of crime money in a/c insufficient to conclude he was knowingly involved in the crime
Protection in predicate FIR doesn't extend to PMLA case: Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court ruled that predicate offence protection does not extend to money laundering cases. Anticipatory bail was denied to a businessman facing Enforcement Directorate prosecution. The court emphasized economic offences require a distinct and serious approach for bail. Proceeds of crime amounting to Rs 26.18 crore were traced to the petitioner. The petitioner's non-cooperation with the investigation led to the dismissal of his plea.
Khan Sir gets anticipatory bail in coaching institute firing case
A Patna court granted anticipatory bail to educator Khan Sir on Monday. Three staff members of his coaching institute also received anticipatory bail. This case stems from an early June firing incident after alleged vandalism. Two security guards, accused of firing, were also granted bail by the court. The court had previously deferred its order on Khan Sir's bail plea.
Bihar court defers order on Khan sir's anticipatory bail plea till Monday
A court deferred its order on Khan Sir's anticipatory bail plea until July 13. The decision was postponed as the district judge was on leave from duty. This case involves a firing incident at his coaching institute in early June. His security guards are accused of firing shots during the vandalism. The court also reserved orders on bail pleas for other staff members.
Court can reject anticipatory bail but cannot direct accused to surrender: SC
The Supreme Court has clarified a significant legal point. A court possesses the authority to deny anticipatory bail to an accused individual. However, it lacks the jurisdiction to mandate that the accused surrender before the trial court. This ruling stems from a case where the Jharkhand High Court had directed an accused to surrender after rejecting his bail plea.
SC bench to hear if litigant should first approach sessions court for anticipatory bail
The Supreme Court has referred the question of whether approaching high courts directly for anticipatory bail is a party's choice or mandatory to first approach a sessions court to a three-judge bench. This decision came after observing the Kerala High Court's regular practice of entertaining such applications directly, potentially leading to incomplete facts being presented.
Anticipatory bail must not be given mechanically: SC
The Supreme Court overturned a Patna High Court order granting anticipatory bail to four individuals accused in a murder case, emphasizing that such bail should not be granted mechanically in serious offenses. The court found the High Court's order lacked reasoning and judicial analysis, particularly given the gravity of the allegations involving a fatal assault stemming from a property dispute.
Giving anticipatory bail in NDPS Act case 'very serious' issue, unheard of: SC
The Supreme Court has raised concerns over the grant of anticipatory bail in a case under the NDPS Act, calling it a serious issue. The court directed the West Bengal government to consider filing an application for cancellation of the bail granted to four accused. The case involves alleged offences related to contraband substances.
Custody in one case doesn't take away anticipatory bail right in another: SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that anticipatory bail can be granted even if an individual is already in custody for another case. The court emphasized that custody in one case does not negate the right to seek protection from arrest in another. This decision upholds the rights to life, liberty, and fair trial.
Anticipatory bail can be maintained even if charge sheet filed in lower court, says Uttarakhand HC
The high court cited the Supreme Court's rulings in the cases of Bharat Chaudhary vs State of Bihar 2003 and Vinod Kumar Sharma vs government of Uttar Pradesh 2021 in support of its opinion. The apex court had held that the anticipatory bail of the accused can be maintained even after the charge sheet has been filed in the lower court.
Toolkit case: Nikita Jacob moves Delhi court for anticipatory bail
She had got transit anticipatory bail from Bombay High Court on February 17 for three weeks with direction to approach the court concerned in Delhi, where the case is lodged.
Aircel-Maxis case: HC seeks response of Chidambaram, son on ED's plea challenging anticipatory bail
Justice Suresh Kait issued notice to Chidambaram and Karti on the agency's petition seeking cancellation of their anticipatory bail.
Court grants anticipatory bail to Venu Srinivasan in idol theft case
B Kumar, counsellor for Srinivasan, confirmed that the anticipatory bail was granted “with no conditions imposed.” The bail was granted by Special Division bench comprising Justice R Mahadevan Amd Justice PD Audikesavulu.
Anticipatory bail applicable, contemplating amendment to restore provision: Uttarakhand to SC
The counsel said the state "in principle" agrees that the section should be available to the citizens.
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