The Maharashtra unit of the People’s Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL) has condemned the lodging of a criminal case by the Mumbai police against 13 persons — all members of the minority community — in connection with a prayer gathering to commemorate children killed in Palestine on the occasion of Children’s Day. In a statement … Read more
Report by the People’s Union for Civil Liberties says ‘suo motu power’ by Centre to transfer investigation from the State police was a ‘serious threat to federalism’ Report by the People’s Union for Civil Liberties says ‘suo motu power’ by Centre to transfer investigation from the State police was a ‘serious threat to federalism’ The … Read more
The Supreme Court on Monday expressed dismay over police continuing to file cases under Section 66A of the Information Technology Act which was struck down by the court six years ago. A bench comprising Justices RF Nariman and BR Gavai said they were amazed how it was being done and issued notices to the Centre … Read more