A New Delhi court acquitted Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, former head of India's wrestling federation and a BJP politician, in a sexual harassment and stalking case. The decision, three years after allegations sparked protests by female wrestlers, is being appealed.
Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat announced that women wrestlers will challenge the Delhi court's decision to acquit former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a sexual harassment case. Phogat expressed disappointment, asserting the legal battle will continue in a higher court after the Rouse Avenue Court acquitted Singh and Vinod Tomar.
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat announced that women wrestlers will appeal the acquittal of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a sexual harassment case, alleging state machinery protected him. Singh welcomed the "honourable" verdict.
A Delhi court acquitted former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and Vinod Tomar in a sexual harassment case involving women wrestlers, a verdict Singh welcomed as a "happy day." The high-profile case, which sparked nationwide protests, saw charges framed under IPC sections 354, 354A, 354D, and 506(1), with a separate POCSO case previously closed.
Former South Australian MP Fraser Ellis has been convicted of seven counts of deception related to the misuse of the Country Members Allowance. His appeal against four original convictions was dismissed, and three acquittals were overturned, leading to a total of seven convictions. Sentencing is set for September.
Malaysian lawmaker Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman was acquitted on Monday after the Federal Court dismissed the final appeal in his six-year corruption case. The decision secures his parliamentary seat and allows him to continue his political career.
Lyra McKee's former partner, Sara Canning, expressed deep disappointment after three men were found not guilty of the journalist's murder. Canning stated the killer acted out of 'pathetic' showboating for cameras and hopes their actions 'haunt' them.
South Korea's Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of 'Squid Game' actor O Yeong-su, 82, on sexual harassment charges from 2017, dismissing the prosecution's appeal and ending a three-year legal battle.
Abelardo de la Espriella, a lawyer known for defending controversial figures and using pejorative language, has been elected president of Colombia. His victory signals a sharp swing to the right and has raised concerns among activists about the future of democracy and human rights in the country.
Rebel MP Omraje Nimbalkar announced his decision to join Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, citing the need to be in power for constituency development. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis confirmed the move, calling it a 'successful operation'. Nimbalkar's exit is a significant blow to Uddhav Thackeray's party.
Climate activists charged with protest offenses fear losing their right to jury trials due to repeated case delays. Proposed government changes, expected in 2028, could limit jury trials for 'either-way' offenses, potentially leading to more guilty verdicts.
The Democratic Party argued that the court's ruling on the 'salmon drinking party' allegations, though resulting in a guilty verdict, was effectively not guilty. They expect a full acquittal in the appeal trial, urging the prosecution to reflect on and correct politically motivated indictments.
A special court acquitted 8 individuals, including Padamsinh Patil, brother of Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar, in the 2006 murder of Congress leader Pavanraje Nimbalkar and his driver. The judge cited inconsistencies and lies from the approver witness, Parasmal Jain, as the primary reason for acquittal.
Le parquet de Paris a fait appel de la relaxe d'un animateur périscolaire accusé de harcèlement et agressions sexuelles sur mineurs. Le tribunal avait jugé le comportement inapproprié mais pas pénalement répréhensible, suscitant l'indignation des familles.
An appellate court upheld acquittals for former National Security Adviser Suh Hoon and former Coast Guard Commissioner General Kim Hong-hee over an alleged cover-up of the 2020 murder of a South Korean fisheries official by North Korea. The court ruled their actions did not constitute drafting false public documents.
An appellate court upheld acquittals for former National Security Adviser Suh Hoon and former Coast Guard Commissioner General Kim Hong-hee over an alleged cover-up of the 2020 murder of a South Korean fisheries official by North Korea. The court found they did not draft false public documents.
A Hong Kong court reverses the acquittal of Alice Tong Ka-yan, finding her guilty of rioting based on circumstantial evidence from her presence and attire during the 2019 anti-government protests.
Baghdadi Al-Mahmoudi, Libya's last PM under Gaddafi, urged national unity after his acquittal on charges of suppressing the 2011 revolution. Meanwhile, the Sudanese army announced the recapture of the strategic Baraka region in the Blue Nile state from the Rapid Support Forces.
Libya's former PM Baghdadi al-Mahmoudi called for national unity after his acquittal on charges of suppressing protesters. Meanwhile, France banned a Muslim Brotherhood conference, signaling a tougher stance against the group in Europe.
Grammy winning rapper Cardi B and former New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs reportedly took a break from their relationship to navigate individual legal matters and career transitions. Their reconciliation was observed on Mother’s Day following Diggs’ acquittal on charges. It suggests a strategic timing to patch up after their personal challenges were resolved consecutively.
The Bombay High Court upheld a trial court's acquittal of 21 police officers and others in the Sohrabuddin Shaikh, Kausar Bi, and Tulsiram Prajapati alleged fake encounter case. The court found the prosecution failed to establish abduction, conspiracy, or murder, deeming the evidence insufficient to overturn the initial verdict. Appeals by Shaikh's brothers were dismissed.
The Bombay High Court upheld a trial court's acquittal of 21 police officers and others in the Sohrabuddin Shaikh, Kausar Bi, and Tulsiram Prajapati alleged fake encounter case. The court found the prosecution failed to establish abduction, conspiracy, or murder, deeming the evidence insufficient to overturn the initial verdict. Appeals by Shaikh's brothers were dismissed.
SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission decided...
