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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
SC seeks centre's response on plea alleging sec 152 is unconstitutional
The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to the Centre on a plea challenging the constitutional validity of Section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) by alleging that it replaces the old sedition law under the Indian Penal Code (IPC). A three-member bench headed by CJI BR Gavai asked the Centre to respond to the plea filed by SG Vombatkere, a retired Indian Army officer, who had earlier challenged the offence of sedition under Section 124A of IPC. The petition alleged Section 152 is a "repackaged sedition law". It further said though the language of the new provision is altered, its substantive content now criminalises more vague and broad categories of speech and expressions. Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program "Section 152 criminalises a wide spectrum of expressive conduct, including those who 'purposely or knowingly' use words - spoken, written, electronic, symbolic, or financial - to 'excite or attempt to excite' secession, rebellion, or subversive activities," the plea argued.
The Citizen
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Citizen
Struggle veterans in Endumeni call on municipalities to respect constitutional rights
ANC struggle veterans and members of the ANC Women's League gathered in Dundee last week to honour the legacy of Nelson Mandela and reflect on the sacrifices made during South Africa's liberation struggle. The joint engagement also served as a platform for raising urgent concerns around governance, service delivery and constitutional rights. Addressing the gathering, local struggle veteran Mzwakhe Sithebe said: 'The exorbitant billing by Umzinyathi, along with misleading estimates, continues to frustrate residents. There is a serious lack of public participation within both Umzinyathi and Endumeni municipalities. This is unacceptable.' Sithebe expressed full support for the community's pending legal action against the municipality for its failure to provide water. 'An increasing number of areas in Endumeni are experiencing dry taps. This is a clear violation of Sections 24 and 27 of the Constitution. The constitutional mandate is not being honoured.' He added that the 'renewed ANC is not inward-looking but responsive to people's needs', stressing that members are committed to building a party that remains a servant of the people. Other key concerns raised during the meeting included: The slow progress on land restitution, which members said must be prioritised to build a responsive state; Allegations of nepotism in municipal appointments, with preference reportedly given to relatives of officials; Councillors failing to hold regular constituency meetings; The absence of genuine public participation in local government despite it being a cornerstone of democracy outlined in the Freedom Charter and Section 152 of the Constitution. Sithebe concluded: 'The call that 'the people shall govern' must be more than just words. Our municipalities must reflect the will and needs of our communities.' HAVE YOUR SAY: Like our Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram or email us at [email protected]. Add us on WhatsApp 071 277 1394.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Time of India
In Ghaziabad, 37k fined for traffic violations in 1 month
Ghaziabad: Traffic police issued over 37,000 fines to helmetless riders, wrong-side motorists, and other violators during a road safety drive from May 8 to June 6. Penalties were also issued to auto and e-rickshaw drivers for traffic violations. Of the total, 23,941 challans have been issued to riders without helmets and 4,759 to motorists caught driving on the wrong side. A total of 236 people were caught and penalised for driving under the influence of alcohol as well. Police crackdown also resulted in 4,738 challans being issued to auto-rickshaw drivers for carrying excess passengers. Additionally, 2,719 penalties were issued for three persons riding on two-wheelers, while 954 four-wheeler drivers were fined for not using seat belts. Overall, more than 37,000 fines have been issued for various violations as part of the enforcement drive, so far. "The traffic police urge the public and drivers to always follow traffic rules, use helmets for both the driver and the passenger, drive in the designated direction, avoid driving under the influence of alcohol, do not overload auto rickshaws or e-rickshaws, do not drive four-wheelers without a seat belt, and avoid carrying three passengers on a two-wheeler. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo This is necessary for both personal safety and the safety of others. This campaign will continue in the coming days, and strict action will be taken against those who violate traffic rules," the additional DCP said. Traffic police are also taking action against factors adversely affecting traffic arrangements, such as shopkeepers, vendors, and stall owners, in urban and rural areas. ADCP Sachidanand said that notices have been issued to 422 shopkeepers, vendors, and stall owners under Section 152 of BNSS. Reports have also been sent to the relevant assistant police commissioner's court for further legal action. "For any traffic-related problems or suggestions, contact the traffic police control room at 9643322904," he added.
Hindustan Times
30-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Kangra youth held after ‘sensitive' content related to country's security found in his phone
A 20-year-old college dropout was arrested in Kangra district on suspicion of spying after sensitive content which could endanger sovereignty, unity and integrity of the country was allegedly found on his phone, police said on Thursday. The accused have been identified as Abhishek Bhardwaj, of Sukahar in Dehra sub division of Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district. Acting on intelligence, the police was monitoring Abhishek's activities from the past few days, before they arrested him from his house on Wednesday. A special team was formed under the sub-divisional police officer, Dadaseeba. It had been monitoring the suspect for several days, collecting intelligence and keeping a watch. He was interrogated at the Dehra police station and booked under Section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Police officials did not confirm of finding any concrete evidence of his direct involvement in spying acts so far, however, preliminary investigations have revealed that he was in contact with a few Pakistani individuals through social media. Dehra superintendent of police (SP) Mayank Chaudhary said: 'After we got an input about Abhishek's activities, we kept him under close surveillance. We have found sensitive videos and photos on his mobile phone, which has been seized and sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) for further analysis.' He was presented in the court on Thursday and was sent to 5-day police remand. This is the first such arrest in Himachal Pradesh as part of a larger crackdown on espionage networks after Operation Sindoor, launched by India on May 7 in response to an April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. Since then, at least seven suspects have been arrested in Punjab and Haryana for alleged spying activities for Pakistan.
The Hindu
29-05-2025
- The Hindu
Himachal Pradesh youth arrested after 'sensitive' content related to country's security found in his phone
'An 18-year-old youth was arrested on Thursday (May 27, 2025) after sensitive content which could endanger the sovereignty, unity and integrity of the country was allegedly found in his mobile phone,' police said. 'The accused has been identified as Abhishek, a resident of Sukahar in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district. Abhishek, reportedly a college dropout, has been booked under the Section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS),' a statement issued by the Police Headquarters here said. 'The police team had been monitoring the suspect closely for several days, collecting intelligence and keeping him under surveillance and on Thursday (May 29, 2025) a special team led by Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Dadaseeba raided the residence of the accused and took him in custody,' police said. 'He was brought to the Dehra police station for interrogation, and sensitive and objectionable content was allegedly found in his mobile phone,' the police said.
