Punjab & Haryana High Court

Punjab and Haryana High Court Seeks Compliance Report on Fake Bail Identity and Bond Issue

Punjab and Haryana High Court Seeks Compliance Report on Fake Bail Identity and Bond Issue

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab and Haryana High Court has asked the administrations of Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh to clarify whether they have complied with its directions issued four months ago to tackle the growing problem of fake identities and fraudulent bail bonds. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Justice Ramesh Kumari raised the matter during a public interest litigation hearing, seeking an update on the steps taken so far. The next hearing in this case is scheduled for September 18, where the court may consider stricter measures if the progress is found unsatisfactory.
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Punjab & Haryana High Court Seeks Response from Punjab Government on Bulldozer Action Against Drug Peddlers

Punjab & Haryana High Court Seeks Response from Punjab Government on Bulldozer Action Against Drug Peddlers

Chandigarh (National Times): The Punjab & Haryana High Court on Monday sought a response from the Punjab Government and other relevant authorities regarding a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed against the alleged bulldozer action taken by Punjab Police to demolish properties of suspected drug peddlers. The PIL argues that such actions violate guidelines issued by the Supreme Court, which prohibit demolishing homes or properties merely because individuals are accused or convicted of crimes. It also raises concerns about the implementation of provisions under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act in such cases. The move comes after reports surfaced…
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