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News18
21 hours ago
- News18
‘Father's Presence Vital For Child's Education': Kerala HC Grants 7-Day Parole To Prisoner
Last Updated: The court said it could not 'shut its eyes to the request of such a bright kid who is seeking the help of his father to get admission to higher studies after arranging fees' The Kerala High Court has allowed a convict, sentenced to life imprisonment for patricide, a seven-day parole to assist his child in securing admission to Class 11, highlighting the importance of a father's role in a child's education. The order was issued on June 10 by Justice P V Kunhikrishnan. The mother of the child had approached the prison authorities to secure the parole. However, it was denied citing lack of provisions. Following this, she approached the high court. The child had scored an outstanding six A+ and two A grades in the SSLC examination. The court directed that the mark list be produced and observed that it could not 'shut its eyes to the request of such a bright kid who is seeking the help of his father to get admission to higher studies after arranging fees and other things". 'The basic rights of the convict include the right of a father to ensure good education for his child," the court said. 'A father's presence plays a vital role in a child's higher education journey by offering emotional support, guidance and mentorship." Justice Kunhikrishnan noted that while convicts lose certain rights during imprisonment, their children should not be deprived of parental support during crucial educational transitions. 'The basic rights of the convict include the right of a father to get good education to his child. A father's presence plays a vital role in child's higher education journey by offering emotional support, guidance and mentorship. It's true that when a convict is in jail, he will lose some of his rights. But, the child of the convict should get the presence of his father for few days for a successful education year," said the order. On this observation, the court granted the prisoner seven days of emergency leave for a period of one week from June 12 to June 18 to assist in arranging the child's admission and related formalities. The convict will execute a bond for Rs 1 lakh with two solvent sureties each for the like sum and he shall return back to the Central Prison and Correctional Home, Thavanur at 4pm on June 18, the court ordered. The prisoner was awarded life imprisonment by a Palakkad court in 2023 for murdering his father in 2018 following a scuffle related to family property. First Published: June 12, 2025, 09:00 IST
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Man gets one-week parole for arranging son's Plus One admission
Kochi: Kerala high court has granted one-week parole to a convict serving a life term to enable him to arrange Plus One admission for his son who passed the SSLC examination with high marks. The man is currently in jail for killing his father over a property dispute. Justice P V Kunhikrishnan issued the order on Tuesday on a petition filed by the convict's wife, seeking emergency leave for her husband to arrange admission for their child. The request had earlier been denied by the jail authorities, who cited the absence of a provision for such a release. The court directed the authorities of the Central Prison and Correctional Home, Thavanur, to release the petitioner's husband on emergency parole for one week, from June 12 to 18. The release is conditional upon the execution of a bond for Rs 1 lakh with two solvent sureties. The convict is required to return to prison by 4pm on June 18. The convict, a native of Palakkad, was sentenced to life imprisonment by the additional sessions court, Palakkad, in 2023. Upon reviewing the mark list of the petitioner's son, the court noted that the student had secured six A plus and two A grades in the SSLC examination. The court further observed that it could not turn a blind eye to the plea of a bright student seeking his father's assistance to pursue higher education. It emphasised that the fundamental rights of a convict include the right to provide a good education to their child. A father's presence, the court noted, plays a crucial role in a child's educational journey by offering emotional support, guidance, and mentorship. "Let the child spend a few days with his father and begin his Plus Two course with blessings from his parents and a smile on their faces," the court concluded.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
SFIO report in CMRL case: Kerala HC extends status quo in proceedings before special court
Kochi: High court has extended by four months its earlier interim order directing the maintenance of status quo in proceedings before the special court concerning a report filed by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) against Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL), a Kochi-based company accused of financial fraud. Justice P V Kunhikrishnan extended the interim order on Friday in a petition filed by CMRL challenging the special court's order taking cognisance of the SFIO report and issuing summons to the accused, including T Veena, daughter of chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan. Along with extending the interim order, the bench adjourned the matter with a direction to complete serving of notice on the respondents. In its petition, CMRL argued that it had not been granted an opportunity for a pre-cognisance hearing under Section 223(1) of the BNSS, asserting that the BNSS was applicable since the complaint was filed in March-April 2025. However, the central govt and SFIO maintained that CrPC would govern the proceedings, as BNSS came into effect only on July 1, 2024, and the investigation had commenced prior to that. In an earlier hearing, HC had directed the central govt to file a counter-affidavit on the issue. The petition arises from a SFIO complaint under the Companies Act before the special court in Ernakulam, alleging that CMRL was involved in fraudulent transactions worth Rs 182 crore. In an order dated April 11, the court arrayed Sasidharan Kartha, his son Saran Kartha, T Veena and their respective firms as accused. Veena was named for allegedly receiving Rs 2.73 crore from the company without rendering any services. The special court found sufficient grounds to take cognisance of the offences and issued process against the accused for violations of Sections 129 and 134, and for offences under Sections 447 (punishment for fraud) and 448 (punishment for making false statements), read with Section 447 of the Companies Act. CMRL has challenged the proceedings, citing denial of a pre-cognisance hearing. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Brother's Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
21-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Chander Kunj: Plea seeks CBI probe into graft
: A petition has been filed in high court seeking a into the alleged behind the dilapidated condition of Towers B and C of the at Silver Sand Island, Vyttila. Considering the petition filed by Ciby George, an occupant of the residential towers, the bench of Justice P V Kunhikrishnan sought instructions from the central govt. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The court also directed the deputy solicitor general to obtain instructions from the defence secretary on whether any similar petition had been received and whether any action had been taken. The petition was adjourned to June 3 for further consideration. Chander Kunj Towers, completed in July 2018, comprises three towers — Tower A (14 storeys) and Towers B and C (26 storeys each, with a stilt and basement) — housing a total of 264 dwelling units, along with amenities such as a clubhouse, swimming pool and sewage treatment plant. Most units were handed over to the allottees by the end of 2018. Concerns over the structural integrity of Towers B and C first emerged in Nov 2019, when residents reported seepage and water leakage. Subsequently, serious concerns regarding structural stability were raised. In Nov 2023, IIT Madras submitted a report highlighting significant corrosion in the concrete due to high chloride content, posing a serious safety risk. The report recommended immediate evacuation of all residents from Towers B and C. Following this, on Feb 3, 2025, HC ordered the demolition and reconstruction of the two towers. The petitioner alleged corruption at various levels during the construction of the towers and sought a time-bound investigation.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Time of India
Gulf Bank cases entrusted to crime branch, govt tells Kerala high court
Kochi: The investigation into the cheating cases registered at various police stations across the state, based on complaints filed by Gulf Bank, Kuwait, has been entrusted to the crime branch. W hile considering the petition filed by Gulf Bank seeking an effective investigation into their complaints against NRKs who allegedly availed substantial loans from the bank and fled Kuwait without repayment, the bench of Justice P V Kunhikrishnan was informed by the public prosecutor that the cases had already been handed over to the crime branch. Recording this submission, the bench disposed of the petition. Gulf Bank officials have earlier reported a loss of approximately Rs 700 crore, allegedly caused by around 1,425 Indians, most of whom are nurses from Kerala. The bank's representatives visited Kerala last year and lodged complaints with the police, leading to the registration of several cases. According to the petition, the major defaulters were nurses who had availed loans to meet the high recruitment costs for jobs in Kuwait. The fraud reportedly began between 2020 and 2022. Initially, small loans were taken and repaid promptly to build trust. Subsequently, larger loans, some as high as Rs 2 crore, were taken before the borrowers absconded to Kerala or other foreign countries.
