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Delhi Court Overturns Magistrate Order, Mandates Fresh Investigation Into Kapil Mishra's Role in 2020 Delhi Riots
Nov 10, 2025 07:15 pm CST
The Rouse Avenue Court has set aside a magistrate's order and directed Delhi Police to investigate Law Minister Kapil Mishra's alleged role in the 2020 North East Delhi riots conspiracy case, despite police claims of having previously found no evidence against him. The decision comes after revision petitions filed by both Mishra and Delhi Police challenging an earlier court directive for further investigation based on a complaint by Mohd. Ilyas.
Supreme Court Criticizes Delhi Police for Delays in Umar Khalid and Co-accused's Bail Hearing in Delhi Riots Case
Oct 27, 2025 07:05 pm CST
The Supreme Court has admonished Delhi Police for failing to respond to bail petitions from Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and other Delhi riots case accused who have spent over five years in jail. The Court rejected police requests for additional time and demanded answers regarding whether prolonged pre-trial detention justifies bail consideration. The matter has been scheduled for an expedited Friday hearing with instructions for police to file their response before then.