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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Uttarakhand HC refers conflict over anticipatory bail provisions to Chief Justice bench
Representative Image DEHRADUN: A single-justice bench of the Uttarakhand high court has referred the issue of whether section 482 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 takes precedence over the Uttarakhand State Amendment under Section 438 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, to the bench presided by the Chief Justice. The referral addresses whether the provisions of BNSS, which benefit the accused, can be applied retrospectively to earlier cases regardless of when the case was initiated. After the other bench rejected the anticipatory bail appeals, they were heard by Justice Alok Verma bench, who stated that the provision of anticipatory bail is rooted in the fundamental right to personal liberty. Expressing disagreement with the view taken by the coordinate bench, Justice Verma said, "It is a pre-emptive measure to safeguard personal liberty against false accusation or misuse of the law. Anticipatory bail is a safeguard against arbitrary arrest. Liberty is the very quintessence of a civilized existence. The BNSS is also upholding the importance of protecting personal liberty. The restrictions on granting anticipatory bail under section 438(6) of the Code (as amended by the State of Uttarakhand) are no longer in effect. " The state counsels argued that the anticipatory bail applications are not maintainable under section 438 of CrPC as amended by the State of Uttarakhand and even in terms of section 531 of BNSS. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This is what he found in Paris after cleaning his canal, and believe me, you'll be surprised Daily Sport X Undo Per contra, counsel appearing for the applicants argued that these anticipatory bail applications are maintainable. He further said that the anticipatory bail is a substantive right, not merely a procedure. "In BNSS, there is no express bar prohibiting anticipatory bail for the offences under IPC and other Acts, even if committed before the commencement of BNSS. It must be read in a manner that protects rather than restricts the rights of the accused," the counsel said. He also cited a case of Allahabad HC in which it was held that the provisions of section 482 of BNSS would prevail over the state amendment. "When the Parliament enacts more liberal provisions, the benefit thereof should be available to all persons who may be affected, regardless of when their cases originated. Therefore, this court is of the opinion that the accused is entitled to the benefit of the more liberal provisions introduced by BNSS," Justice Verma said and referred the case to the Chief Justice. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
CM appeals to people to support Swadeshi
1 2 Bhubaneswar: In the wake of the recent hike in tariffs on Indian exports by US president Donald Trump, chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi made a strong appeal to the people of the state to support the Swadeshi movement by using indigenous products and wearing handloom garments at least once a week. "Handlooms are not just an economic pillar but also a symbol of national pride and cultural heritage. From ancient maritime trade to the modern global fashion stage, Odisha's weaving tradition has consistently reflected excellence and spirituality," said Majhi, while addressing stakeholders of the handloom and textiles sector during the National Handlooms Day celebration here on Thursday. He inaugurated EKTA - Exhibition-cum-Knowledge sharing for Textile Advantage at Janata Maidan. He said the govt is committed to ensuring the social and economic betterment of weavers and promoting indigenous products in both domestic and global markets. He announced Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit as the brand ambassador for Odisha Handlooms for a year, promoting it on national and international platforms. Majhi expressed optimism that with Madhuri Dixit's active collaboration, Odisha handloom products would gain enhanced recognition in both national and international fashion markets. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Woman sells ring given by ex, then jeweler tells her 'This can't be true' Daily Sport X Undo Highlighting the remarkable growth of the handloom sector at the national and state levels, Majhi said in Odisha alone, over 1.3 lakh weaving labour assistants have been engaged across all 30 districts. "To encourage youth participation in the handlooms and textiles sector, the state govt plans to introduce fellowship and internship programmes," Majhi said. To further strengthen the sector, the govt has signed 33 MoUs for an investment of Rs 7,808 crores in the textile sector, which is expected to create 53,300 job opportunities. To support this growth, facilities such as dye houses, warehouses, design studios, and quality control laboratories are being developed in key locations like Bargarh and Cuttack. Six textile parks will be set up across the state to further strengthen the industry, he added. The govt is providing support in marketing and e-commerce linkage to the weavers and is promoting the participation of Odia weavers in exhibitions in France, Japan, the US, and Singapore. "This is a moment to reclaim our economic self-reliance. Wearing handloom is not just fashion, it's a movement. Let each of us take pride in our heritage and help make Odisha handloom a global brand," he said. The minister of handloom, textiles, and handicrafts, Pradeep Bal Samanta, highlighted ongoing efforts to modernise and market the handloom industry while preserving its rich traditions. Over 40 weavers were awarded on the occasion for their excellence and innovation. The Ekta handloom fair, which will run until Aug 13, showcased the rich tapestry of Odisha's handloom heritage. The event was attended by various dignitaries, including development commissioner Anu Garg, handlooms, textiles and handicrafts secretary Guha Punam Tapas Kumar, and director of the department Prem Chand Chaudhury. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and s ilver prices in your area.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
Cyber fraud racket worth Rs 5cr busted in city, 4 held
Jaipur: The police Wednesday busted a cyber fraud racket worth Rs 5 crore operating in the city and arrested four members of the gang linked to an international network. DCP (South) Rajashi Raj Varma told TOI that the gang supplied bank accounts to online scammers, with funds routed all the way to China. "Acting on a tip-off, a police team from Shyam Nagar police station raided a flat near Kamla Nehru Bridge and seized Rs 7.7 lakh, 28 ATM cards, 23 chequebooks, 10 mobile SIMs, and forged rental agreements used to legitimise fake firms," he said. Varma said that key accused, Sunil Jakhar, allegedly used the front of a shell company to launder money from online scams. Jakhar converted the fraud money into cryptocurrency (USDT) and relayed it to Chinese handlers. "The gang leased out bank accounts across Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Bihar, and Jharkhand. Villagers were lured with Rs 10,000–30,000 a month to rent out accounts, hand over signed cheques, ATM cards, and SIMs linked to the accounts. The gang withdrew the laundered cash and sent crypto codes to China in return for commissions," Varma said. The arrested accused were identified as Sadasukh Vishnoi, Anku Chandolia, Kamal Kumawat, and Kamlesh Verma. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Woman sells ring given by ex, then jeweler tells her 'This can't be true' Daily Sport X Undo All four of them were arrested for providing their bank accounts for the fraud network. The police said that the racket is linked to scam call centres operating from China that lure Indians via WhatsApp and Telegram groups posing as stock or real estate investment schemes. Victims are tricked into transferring money to mule accounts operated by this gang. "So far, 19 cyber fraud complaints have been traced to accounts seized in this bust," said Varma, adding that the crackdown came after Rajasthan police ordered an aggressive campaign against cybercrime. Police believe more arrests are likely as they trace the gang's crypto trail and China connections. The gang is also suspected of frequently changing flats every one to two months to avoid detection.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
Abandoned and abused: 15-year-old bonded labourer survives horrific ordeal in Haryana
Jind: A heart-wrenching incident has come to light in Haryana's Jind district, where a 15-year-old boy was allegedly held as a bonded labourer and subjected to brutal abuse by his employer for two consecutive months. The child was cutting fodder for cattle when his hand got caught in the sickle. Following this horrific accident, the owner abandoned the child in a dark, remote area 25-30 km from Jind city and fled. Somehow, the injured child reached Nuh, where a teacher saw him and rushed him to a local health centre and informed the police. On learning about the incident, officials from the Child Protection Commission reached the hospital to inquire about his condition. The child, a native of Bihar's Kishanganj region, had left his village about two months ago with a group to work in the paddy fields of Kithana village in Haryana's Kaithal district. During the journey, he got off the train at Bahadurgarh station, and while he was roaming around, the train left. A man approached him at the station and offered him a job for Rs 10,000 a month. Lured by the offer, the child went with the man on a motorcycle to an undisclosed location. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Woman sells ring given by ex, then jeweler tells her 'This can't be true' Daily Sport X Undo The accused made him work as a caretaker for his buffalo dairy and do other chores. Talking to TOI, the child's brother, Jitender, said they reported his missing brother to the Bahadurgarh police and also pasted missing posters at the station as well as in Jind and Kaithal, but there was no trace of him. "My brother roamed the streets with severed hands for two days without eating or drinking, but no one helped him even. Eventually, he reached a place in Nuh where a teacher, seeing his dire condition, informed the police. The police asked his whereabouts. After being informed by the police, we rushed to Rohtak and brought Shankar, where doctors immediately performed surgery and saved his life. Now doctors are claiming that he will undergo one more surgery, which is likely to happen on Thursday. We are not aware of the location where he was kept as a bonded labourer. Jind police also called me and claimed to resolve the issue soon," he added. He added, "My brother was subjected to terrible abuse. He was beaten and tortured, and even when he tried to escape, he was caught again and taken back by that cruel man. Despite everything, my brother's willpower kept him going. He deserves justice, and I demand strict action against the perpetrators," he alleged. Jitender added that a group of around 10 people visit Haryana's Kithana village located in Kaithal district to plant paddy crops every year. But such kind of cruelty is reported for the first time, and strict action must be taken, he added. MSID:: 123144999 413 |
Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
Mumbai police arrest travel agent for procuring fake German visas using forged Indian passports, immigration documents
Mumbai: Marine Drive police on Wednesday arrested a travel agent from Karnal in Haryana, Ravi Rajbhar, for allegedly procuring fake visas using forged Indian passports and immigration documents to facilitate illegal entry into Germany. The investigation was initiated following multiple complaints lodged by the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Mumbai, alerting authorities about suspicious Schengen visa applications accompanied by fake passports and forged travel documents. The complaint was formally registered by a senior visa advisor at the German Consulate, who, after internal verifications, flagged the anomalies. Sources said the racket came to light when five people submitted Schengen visa applications with counterfeit visas of foreign countries, border control stamps, and tampered passports between July and Nov 2022. All five applications — Josy Pallivathuckal Joy from Kerala, Ganesh Rethinam, Senkathir Veeraiyan, and Muruganantham Uthirapathy from Tamil Nadu, and an unnamed applicant from Karnal — were through Rajbhar. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Brother Donates Kidney To Save Sister's Life. One Year Later, He Says, I Wish I Never Did It, When This Happens Daily Sport X Undo You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai Forensic scrutiny by consulate officials revealed that several of the passport pages were counterfeit and printed using inkjet printers, whereas genuine Indian passports are produced through specialised offset printing techniques. The fake visas and entry-exit stamps were designed to mimic authentic immigration records, aiming to mislead the authorities.
