Woman’s prostitution, by itself, no ground for charges under IT Act: High Court
Law against those living off another woman’s earnings, or procuring, inducing or taking her for prostitution, says Justice Manisha Batra
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HC tears into CBI over Gumeet Ram Rahim probe, says it mishandled key witness
The Punjab and Haryana High Court doubted the CBI's probe into Ram Rahim's involvement in the Ram Chander Chhatrapati murder. The court found the prosecution's case relied on inconsistent witness testimony, lacked concrete evidence against Ram Rahim, and highlighted significant investigative lapses.
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Opinion: SYL dispute can be resolved via the Constitution
The article argues the SYL dispute is rooted in unconstitutional actions, specifically the 1985 Rajiv-Longowal Accord. It criticizes the allocation of Punjab's water to non-riparian states as a violation of constitutional principles and demands judicial review before any negotiated settlement.
India
HC commutes gallows to 30 years in 5-year-old's rape-murder case; rejects 'hanging basket' theory
The Punjab and Haryana High Court reduced Virender's death sentence for raping and murdering a 5-year-old girl to 30 years' imprisonment without remission. The court prioritized incapacitation over execution, citing potential for reformation and lack of evidence for permanent danger. It also criticized the investigation and acquitted Virender's mother.
India
Delhi Police give Rahul clean chit over 2024 remarks on Sikhs in US
Delhi Police cleared Rahul Gandhi of wrongdoing for US speech remarks. They found no targeted offense against a community and cited lack of jurisdiction. A complainant, Vineet Jindal, disputes the findings, arguing the speech was provocative and that Indian law allows prosecution for offenses abroad.
