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Settling with a few cases won’t stop CBI probe: Supreme Court warns realtors

The Supreme Court will continue CBI investigations into defaulting realtors. Builders cannot escape probes by settling with only a few homebuyers. Many bank officials are found to have colluded with these builders. CBI has completed probes in eighteen of fifty registered cases. Banks must grant prosecution sanctions for accused officials within two weeks.

The Supreme Court will continue CBI investigations into defaulting realtors. Builders cannot escape probes by settling with only a few homebuyers. Many bank officials are found to have colluded with these builders. CBI has completed probes in eighteen of fifty registered cases. Banks must grant prosecution sanctions for accused officials within two weeks.

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Land-grab case: Supeme Court grants interim bail to Abhishek’s PA

In a significant move, the Supreme Court has granted interim bail for one week to Sumit Roy, who serves as the personal assistant to TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee. Roy is implicated in the Salboni land-grabbing case, which followed the arrest of former TMC MLA Sujoy Hazra. Notably, the court has stayed Roy’s arrest until it reconvenes for the next hearing.

In a significant move, the Supreme Court has granted interim bail for one week to Sumit Roy, who serves as the personal assistant to TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee. Roy is implicated in the Salboni land-grabbing case, which followed the arrest of former TMC MLA Sujoy Hazra. Notably, the court has stayed Roy’s arrest until it reconvenes for the next hearing.

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UPI charges: Lok Sabha passes bill for government to make changes

The Lok Sabha has taken a vital step by passing a Bill aimed at simplifying tax rules to enhance investment attractiveness. The new legislation abolishes a limitation on specific electronic payment options, allowing banks and providers to charge merchants on transactions. Additionally, the government is empowered to revise the zero-MDR scheme for UPI and RuPay. This initiative is poised to drive advancements in the financial sector’s infrastructure and innovative capabilities.

The Lok Sabha has taken a vital step by passing a Bill aimed at simplifying tax rules to enhance investment attractiveness. The new legislation abolishes a limitation on specific electronic payment options, allowing banks and providers to charge merchants on transactions. Additionally, the government is empowered to revise the zero-MDR scheme for UPI and RuPay. This initiative is poised to drive advancements in the financial sector’s infrastructure and innovative capabilities.

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Government orders blocking of 7,393 links involved in film pirac

The government has directed online intermediaries to block 7,393 links involved in film piracy. This action includes the blocking of 4,996 Telegram channels and 1,263 websites. The information and broadcasting ministry disclosed this directive to the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. This move follows amendments to the Cinematograph Act in 2023. The legal framework against online film piracy has been strengthened by the government.

The government has directed online intermediaries to block 7,393 links involved in film piracy. This action includes the blocking of 4,996 Telegram channels and 1,263 websites. The information and broadcasting ministry disclosed this directive to the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. This move follows amendments to the Cinematograph Act in 2023. The legal framework against online film piracy has been strengthened by the government.

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Supreme Court acquits man in jail for 22 years for wrong conviction

After enduring twenty-two long years of wrongful imprisonment, a man was finally acquitted by the Supreme Court. The injustice stemmed from the trial court’s flawed evidence analysis, compounded by the High Court’s refusal to entertain his delayed appeal. The Supreme Court emphasized how marginalized communities often find access to justice frustratingly elusive, shedding light on the pressing issues within the judicial system that disproportionately affect the underprivileged.

After enduring twenty-two long years of wrongful imprisonment, a man was finally acquitted by the Supreme Court. The injustice stemmed from the trial court’s flawed evidence analysis, compounded by the High Court’s refusal to entertain his delayed appeal. The Supreme Court emphasized how marginalized communities often find access to justice frustratingly elusive, shedding light on the pressing issues within the judicial system that disproportionately affect the underprivileged.

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‘Criminal cases can’t have lifespan of turtle’: Supreme Court on activist’s trial delay

The Supreme Court voiced apprehension regarding the extended duration of a criminal trial involving a Popular Front of India activist, who could face more than three years behind bars. With 700 witnesses lined up for prosecution, the trial has been severely delayed. The activist is charged with fundraising and supporting alleged terrorism, prompting the court to call for a swift resolution to the drawn-out legal proceedings.

The Supreme Court voiced apprehension regarding the extended duration of a criminal trial involving a Popular Front of India activist, who could face more than three years behind bars. With 700 witnesses lined up for prosecution, the trial has been severely delayed. The activist is charged with fundraising and supporting alleged terrorism, prompting the court to call for a swift resolution to the drawn-out legal proceedings.

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25 India-bound ships in Hormuz; government set to evacuate 13 soon

Dozens of Indian and India-bound ships are currently in high-risk maritime zones. The government has facilitated the safe return of over four thousand stranded Indian seafarers. Maritime authorities are actively monitoring distress alerts and coordinating rescue operations. Financial assistance is being provided to the families of deceased seafarers. The government remains committed to the safety of its maritime workers.

Dozens of Indian and India-bound ships are currently in high-risk maritime zones. The government has facilitated the safe return of over four thousand stranded Indian seafarers. Maritime authorities are actively monitoring distress alerts and coordinating rescue operations. Financial assistance is being provided to the families of deceased seafarers. The government remains committed to the safety of its maritime workers.

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Rajya Sabha passes by voice vote bill to raise Supreme Court judge strength

The Rajya Sabha approved a bill to increase the Supreme Court’s judge count. This legislation replaces an ordinance that raised the sanctioned strength to thirty-eight judges. The bill’s passage aims to expedite case disposal and enhance judicial efficiency. It will also provide the Chief Justice greater flexibility in forming constitution benches. India anticipates its first woman Chief Justice in the near future.

The Rajya Sabha approved a bill to increase the Supreme Court’s judge count. This legislation replaces an ordinance that raised the sanctioned strength to thirty-eight judges. The bill’s passage aims to expedite case disposal and enhance judicial efficiency. It will also provide the Chief Justice greater flexibility in forming constitution benches. India anticipates its first woman Chief Justice in the near future.

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