Category: Legal News
Delhi Riots: Ankit Sharma Murder Case and the Long Road Through the Courts
IB security assistant Ankit Sharma was killed during the 2020 Delhi riots, with the autopsy noting more than 200 injuries. Police say he was attacked near Chand Bagh and his body was recovered from a drain a day later. Former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and others face murder and conspiracy charges. The case is still moving through the courts, with multiple bail hearings and a slow trial process.
Supreme Court opens itself: Office of Chief Justice under RTI?
The Supreme Court of India has declared that the Office of the Chief Justice of India is open to the Right to Information Act (RTI). This means that citizens can now seek information from the Supreme Court and its departments under the RTI Act. The decision was made in response to a petition filed by an RTI activist. The Supreme Court noted that transparency and accountability are essential in a democracy. They also noted that the RTI Act should not be interpreted as a tool to obstruct the functioning of the judiciary. This decision is a major victory for RTI activists and citizens in India.