Karnataka High Court issues notice to state govt, cops on arrested RCB official's plea
The petition contended that Nikhil's arrest was illegal, arbitrary, politically motivated and in violation of his fundamental rights guaranteed under the Constitution of India. The counsel for the petitioner submitted that the hurried arrest of Nikhil in wee hours demonstrated a pre-judged and motivated approach.
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United News of India
11 hours ago
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The Hindu
12 hours ago
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