Latest news with #IPC302
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
After 29 yrs, 5 awarded life for killing man over old rivalry
Lucknow: Nearly 29 years after a man was shot dead over an old rivalry, a district and sessions court in Bahraich on Saturday sentenced five people to life imprisonment under the charges of IPC 302. The court also slapped a fine of Rs 13,000 on each accused, failing which they will have to serve an additional six months in prison. On Oct 21, 1996, complainant Ibrar Ahmed, a resident of Huzoorpur police station area, had informed the police that his father Mohammed Umar was fatally attacked by a group of men due to an old rivalry. According to the complaint, the incident occurred around 3am, when Ibrar's father was sleeping in the courtyard along with his mother and other relatives. Suddenly, the accused — Arif Khan, Jubair Khan and Bechan Khan from Lakhvapaur Bahraicha village and Khalil, Ayyub, Jabir, Barati and Mithai Lal from Auri village — allegedly attacked him. During the attack, Khalil fired a shot at Ibrar's father from a country-made pistol, killing him on the spot. The police registered a case, investigated the matter, and filed a chargesheet against all the accused on Nov 21, 1996. After a prolonged trial, district and sessions judge Satendra Kumar convicted the accused. Three prime accused — Khalil, Arif and Jubair — had already died during the course of the trial.
News18
12-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
No Dedicated NIA Judge Or Hearing For 6 Months: Justice Elusive For Udaipur Tailor Kanhaiya Lal
Despite the severity and national attention surrounding the murder, reportedly only six of 166 witnesses have been examined so far, though the victim's son pegs the number at 14-15 More than three years after the gruesome beheading of Udaipur tailor Kanhaiya Lal shocked India, the trial in the case remains caught in the slow churn of India's judicial machinery. Despite the severity and national attention surrounding the murder, reportedly only six of 166 witnesses have been examined so far, though the victim's son Yash claims the number stands at 14-15. As controversy over the movie The Udaipur Files bring back public attention to the 2022 case, News18 looks back at the incident and why justice is moving at a snail's pace. A CRIME THAT SHOOK THE NATION It was June 28, 2022, when Kanhaiya Lal Teli was murdered in broad daylight in his tiny shop in a serpentine lane in Old Udaipur by Riyaz Attari and Ghaus Mohammad—both of whose links have been established with Pakistan. The attackers filmed the brutal act and streamed it online, claiming it was retaliation for a social media post where Kanhaiya Lal expressed his support for now-suspended BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma, whose derogatory remarks on Prophet Muhammad had sparked global controversy. The chilling nature of the attack and its ideological motivation triggered massive outrage and communal tensions across India. Within days, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) took over the probe, treating it as a terrorist attack. THE SLOW LEGAL JOURNEY STARTS In the months following the murder, the NIA arrested not only the two main assailants but also nine others believed to be part of a radical Islamist network that aided or influenced them. A chargesheet running over 1,000 pages was filed in January 2023, invoking stringent sections under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) and IPC 302 (murder). Despite the NIA's swift investigation, the case has languished in court. The proceedings in the Special NIA Court in Jaipur in the matter remain intermittent. WHY THE DELAY? A combination of factors is believed to have contributed to the slow pace of the trial. Complexity of the Case: With 11 accused, a mountain of evidence, including digital videos and forensic data, and 166 witnesses, the proceedings were destined to be lengthy from the very beginning. Judicial Backlog: Like many Indian courts, the special NIA court too grapples with a shortage of judges, frequent adjournments, and scheduling delays. Procedural Interruptions: A judge's transfer led to a six-month halt in this particular hearing, further stalling momentum. Political and Social Sensitivity: Given the communal undertones of the case, authorities too are treading carefully to prevent any missteps while going with their versions to court to avoid public unrest. Recently, former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led state government to criticise the delay, pointing out that only six witnesses have deposed since the case began. 'This is not justice. It's an insult to the victim and his family," Gehlot said. The murder took place during Gehlots' rule. WHEN JUSTICE LOOKS DISTANT It has been three years since Kanhaiya Lal's son, Yash Sahu, has been walking barefoot as a mark of protest. 'I won't wear footwear till my father gets justice," he tells News18. A state minister who visited their house in Udaipur brought footwear for him but failed to make him wear it. 'On one hand, you have a murder where you have the perpetrators committing the crime, which is recorded. On the other, you have the CBI court handling additional cases of NIA which is why the delay. Some of my depositions are also due. There are over 150 witnesses and those who are examined so far are barely 14-15. If this pace continues, we don't think we will ever get justice," Yash said. WHAT LIES AHEAD? The trial continues in the Special NIA Court, with hearings set to resume after the court's summer break. However, unless procedural efficiency improves, the path to justice for Kanhaiya Lal's family remains painfully uncertain. 'Look, there have been 166 witnesses from the prosecution side. Those examined barely touched double digit. One of the biggest issues we faced and in future too we will face is repeated demand for adjournments by advocates of defendants. Another issue that stalled the case so far was no dedicated NIA judge," Vikramaditya Ujjwal, personal advocate of the complainant, told News18. This July, the Rajasthan High Court administration appointed Pravendra Pal Singh as the judge of special NIA court that is handling the case. Now, with public focus shifting to the film The Udaipur Files based on the murder, bodies like the Vishwa Hindu Parishad too are trying to get involved. After Delhi High Court issued a stay on the movie, VHP spokesperson Vinod Bansal questioned the contrast of pace between the actual case where it is stretching for three years and counting and the case where the stay was ordered within weeks. For now, the family of Kanhaiya Lal Teli hopes the row over the movie brings back the forgotten case of their father in public discourse. But, will it help them legally? Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : news18 specials Udaipur Killing view comments Location : Udaipur, India, India First Published: July 12, 2025, 12:33 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
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
12 get life sentence in Sitapur triple murder case
Lucknow: Nearly a decade after a brutal triple murder over panchayat poll rivalry, a Sitapur court on Thursday sentenced 12 men to life imprisonment. The court also imposed a collective fine of Rs 7.2 lakh on the convicts. The verdict was pronounced by additional district and sessions judge (court no. 2), Mahendra Singh Chaturth, who found all 12 accused guilty based on witness testimonies and documentary evidence. The killings took place on June 25, 2015, in front of the Badagaon police outpost in the Maholi area of Sitapur district. The incident was sparked by a dispute linked to the village pradhan elections. During the clash, three people — pradhan candidate Jitendra Singh and his associates Sunder Lal and Lalji — were shot dead. A case was registered against 12 accused under the charges of IPC 302 (murder) against the then-sitting pradhan Harivansh Singh alias Bhure, and his supporters Ram Avtar, Anoop Singh, Munna Singh, Dharmendra Singh, Satish Singh, Pradeep Singh, Ramgopal Singh, Rajendra Singh, Mukesh Singh, Satendra Singh and Ramkumar. All are residents of Badagaon. On July 2, 2015, Sitapur police arrested Harivansh Singh and Rajendra Singh with illegal firearms. The trial spanned nearly 10 years, during which the prosecution presented extensive evidence and multiple eyewitnesses. Delivering justice after years of legal proceedings, the court found all 12 men guilty of murder and related charges and awarded them life sentences. The imposed fine will be used for victim compensation, officials said.
