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Hindustan Times
21 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Delhi: Surgeon on murder trial throws rice on court floor in ‘black magic' bid
A surgeon on trial for murder threw rice on the courtroom floor in Delhi on Monday, purportedly to perform 'black magic', after which the court convicted him of disrupting proceedings. The accused, Chander Vibhash, allegedly committed a murder in Hari Nagar, west Delhi in 2011, and the trial is currently in the prosecution evidence stage. The incident took place inside a courtroom at Tis Hazari Court before additional sessions judge Shefali Barnala Tandon. (Representational image) The incident took place inside a courtroom at Tis Hazari Court before additional sessions judge Shefali Barnala Tandon. The accused was present in the court while the judge was summoning nodal officers of broadband networks with the requisite records pertaining to the case, when staff and lawyers saw the accused throw some rice on the floor under the dais. After the judge questioned the accused, he said that he had some rice in his hands which had just fallen. However, the court noted that he failed to explain why he was carrying rice in his hands while entering the court and during the proceedings. The court said, 'It is informed by some staff members of the court that on August 2, when the court was on leave, some rice was also found thrown on the floor of the court.' Vibhash replied that he was present that day through videoconference, but the reader told the court that Vibhash was physically present in the courtroom that day. The court noted, 'The court room is entirely full and the advocates present in court have asked to get the rice removed/cleaned, spilled all over as they hesitate to approach the dais for their matters to be taken up after this matter.' The court directed the accused to collect the rice which he threw on the floor and got it cleaned through sweepers. The court said that proceedings were halted briefly until the floor was cleaned as the advocates suspected the accused of attempting 'black magic'. While noting that the accused knelt down and apologised for his act, the court said that such acts undermined the judicial process. 'Disrespect towards the court or disruption of judicial proceedings sends a damaging public message and such overt behaviour of accused today not only disrupted the court proceedings and undermined the judicial process but also threatens the very foundation of our legal system,' the court said. The court also relied on the Maharashtra Prevention and Eradication of Human Sacrifice and other Inhuman, Evil and Aghori Practices and Black Magic Act, 2013, which prohibits and criminalises such practices. The court convicted the accused under Section 267 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (intentional insult or interruption to a public servant while they are engaged in a judicial proceeding) and ordered his imprisonment till the court rises, along with a fine of ₹2,000.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Man throws rice in courtroom, punished for interrupting proceedings
New Delhi, After a man threw rice inside a courtroom, a Delhi court sentenced him to imprisonment till its rising intentionally interrupting a public servant sitting in a judicial proceeding. Man throws rice in courtroom, punished for interrupting proceedings During a hearing on August 11, additional sessions judge Shefali Barnala Tandon was informed by the court staff and advocates that an accused had deliberately thrown rice on the floor. "The courtroom is full and the advocates present have requested the court to get the rice removed or cleaned spilt all over, and they hesitate to approach the dias for their matters to be taken up after this matter," the court said. She directed the accused to collect the rice from the floor and also called for a sweeper immediately. "Till the time the sweeper comes, the court proceedings have been halted at the request of counsels present since they suspect black magic by the accused. The sweeper has come after 10 minutes and cleaned the floor," the judge said. The court then informed the accused's counsel, who had appeared virtually, and the advocate sought time to appear physically. The accused subsequently went down on his knees and apologised. When the hearing resumed at 2 pm, the judge said, "The courtroom is a space where justice is sought and delivered and maintaining its dignity is essential for the rule of law. Disrespect towards the court or disruption of judicial proceedings sends a damaging public message, and such overt acts or behaviour of the accused not only disrupted the proceedings and undermined the judicial process but also threatened the very foundation of our legal system." She said Section 267 of the BNS ensured that courts could work without harassment or disturbance. The judge said the Maharashtra Prevention and Eradication of Human Sacrifice and other Inhuman, Evil and Aghori Practices and Black Magic Act was enacted with to bring social awakening and to protect the common people in against the evil and sinister practices thriving on ignorance. "This is very shocking and surprising that the present accused Dr Chander Vibhas, who is stated to be a surgeon by profession and belonging to the educated and elite class, has acted in such an unreasonable manner and created an interruption in court proceedings," the judge said, taking cognisance of the offence of halting the the proceedings for around 15-20 minutes. After the accused was given notice of the offence, he pleaded guilty and apologised for his conduct, and his counsel submitted that her client would not repeat the act. The court then considered the accused's apology and remorse and sentenced him to imprisonment till the rising of the court, along with a fine of ₹2,000. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
a day ago
- Politics
- News18
Man throws rice in courtroom, punished for interrupting proceedings
Agency: New Delhi, Aug 14 (PTI) After a man threw rice inside a courtroom, a Delhi court sentenced him to imprisonment till its rising intentionally interrupting a public servant sitting in a judicial proceeding. During a hearing on August 11, additional sessions judge Shefali Barnala Tandon was informed by the court staff and advocates that an accused had deliberately thrown rice on the floor. 'The courtroom is full and the advocates present have requested the court to get the rice removed or cleaned (which is) spilt all over, and they hesitate to approach the dias for their matters to be taken up after this matter," the court said. She directed the accused to collect the rice from the floor and also called for a sweeper immediately. 'Till the time the sweeper comes, the court proceedings have been halted at the request of counsels present since they suspect black magic by the accused. The sweeper has come after 10 minutes and cleaned the floor," the judge said. The court then informed the accused's counsel, who had appeared virtually, and the advocate sought time to appear physically. The accused subsequently went down on his knees and apologised. When the hearing resumed at 2 pm, the judge said, 'The courtroom is a space where justice is sought and delivered and maintaining its dignity is essential for the rule of law. Disrespect towards the court or disruption of judicial proceedings sends a damaging public message, and such overt acts or behaviour of the accused not only disrupted the proceedings and undermined the judicial process but also threatened the very foundation of our legal system." She said Section 267 (intentional insult or interruption to public servant sitting in judicial proceeding) of the BNS ensured that courts could work without harassment or disturbance. The judge said the Maharashtra Prevention and Eradication of Human Sacrifice and other Inhuman, Evil and Aghori Practices and Black Magic Act was enacted with to bring social awakening and to protect the common people in against the evil and sinister practices thriving on ignorance. 'This is very shocking and surprising that the present accused Dr Chander Vibhas, who is stated to be a surgeon by profession and belonging to the educated and elite class, has acted in such an unreasonable manner and created an interruption in court proceedings," the judge said, taking cognisance of the offence of halting the the proceedings for around 15-20 minutes. After the accused was given notice of the offence, he pleaded guilty and apologised for his conduct, and his counsel submitted that her client would not repeat the act. The court then considered the accused's apology and remorse and sentenced him to imprisonment till the rising of the court, along with a fine of Rs 2,000. PTI MNR MNR AMK AMK view comments First Published: August 14, 2025, 20:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
23-07-2025
- Time of India
‘Godman' flees with Rs 20 lakh of lawyer who sought ‘divine help' to double money, Navi Mumbai police file FIR
Navi Mumbai: A self-proclaimed godman decamped with Rs 20 lakh of a 42-year-old lawyer from Mira Road under the pretext of performing rituals to double the amount using his divine powers. The incident took place at the apartment of the lawyer's acquaintance in CBD-Belapur on Tuesday, police said. On Wednesday, the lawyer filed a complaint against Premsing Sadhu Maharaj (40) and the flat owner, Anant Narhari (65). He alleged that Narhari had introduced him to Premsing claiming that he had divine powers to double money by performing rituals. On Tuesday, around 6pm, the lawyer brought Rs 20 lakh cash to Narhari's flat in Gomati Society, Sector 8B. Premsing instructed the lawyer, his wife, son, and Narhari to go to the bedroom and bolt the door from inside. Premsing, who was alone in the living room, fled with the cash bag and locked the main door from outside. After two hours, when the lawyer did not get any response from Premsing, he came out of the bedroom and found the tantrik and the cash missing. Police filed a case against Premsing and Narhari under the relevant sections of the BNS for the offence of cheating and dishonestly inducing the delivery of property and wrongful consignment, along with the Maharashtra Prevention and Eradication of Human Sacrifice and other Inhuman, Evil and Aghori Practices and Black Magic Act, 2013. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 21st Century Skills Start with Confident Communication Planet Spark Learn More Undo You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai CBD-Belapur police senior inspector Sandesh Revale said, "We have obtained CCTV footage of Premsing exiting the society with the bag of cash. We have recorded Narhari's statement; he claimed he is innocent. Whether he had connived with Premsing will be ascertained only after the latter is arrested."
Indian Express
20-07-2025
- Indian Express
Astrologer arrested for molesting law student in Pune
The Pune city police Sunday said they arrested an astrologer for allegedly molesting a 25-year-old woman, who studies at a law college in the city. The woman lodged the complaint in this case at a police station Saturday. The police identified the accused as Akhilesh Rajguru, 45. They said the alleged molestation took place at his office. According to the police, the woman visited his office a few days prior with her brother's astrological chart. Later, the accused allegedly asked the woman to come alone to collect some 'Vanaspati' and a 'mantra' for her brother. The police said that when the woman went to the astrologer's office Saturday, he allegedly tried to hug and kiss her. Based on the complaint filed by the woman, the police booked the accused on charges of molestation and also under sections of the Maharashtra Prevention and Eradication of Human Sacrifice and other Inhuman, Evil and Aghori Practices and Black Magic Act. A Senior Inspector said, 'The accused astrologer has been arrested. He will be produced before a court in Pune Sunday. Further investigation is on.'
