UAPA
Coverage of UAPA in the Nexus archive.
- UAPA case: Raids carried out in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla
Raid operations were conducted in Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, as part of an investigation under Section 13 (unlawful activities) of the UAPA and Section 351(3) (aggravated threats). The case focuses on alleged unlawful activities and threats.
- YouTuber Prasna Ravan remanded in custody as Krishna police invoke UAPA
YouTuber Prasna Ravan was remanded in custody by Krishna police under the UAPA over a complaint alleging he propagated Maoist ideology at an Eluru meeting. Rights groups criticized the move, and the JSP called for action against two YouTubers.
- Kerala Police invoke UAPA against Saudi returnee for offensive social media comment on Pahalgam terror attack victim
Kerala Police arrested a 26-year-old Malappuram native upon his return from Saudi Arabia for a Facebook comment related to the daughter of a Kochi native killed in a terror attack. The comment was made under a video featuring the victim's daughter.
- How are terrorists designated under the UAPA? | Explained
The article explains the legal framework under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) for designating individuals as terrorists. It addresses the law governing the process, the first individuals to be designated under it, and the procedural steps involved in such designations.
- Full list of individuals designated as ‘terrorist’ under the UAPA
Ashiq Ahmed Nengroo, a JeM commander, has been designated a terrorist under UAPA, adding to a list of 36 individuals. The designation brings the total count to 36 individuals declared terrorists under the law.
- Bombay civil court dismisses Gurbir Singh's plea against Samar Khadas, imposes costs
The Bombay civil court dismissed Gurbir Singh's legal challenge against Samar Khadas and ordered him to pay costs. The dispute arose from a gathering hosted by Singh at a club, which included individuals accused in the Bhima Koregaon case and facing charges under the UAPA.
- Businessman Mubeen Shah’s property attached in Srinagar under UAPA
Businessman Mubeen Shah’s property in Srinagar was attached under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). He was among traders from Kashmir arrested on August 4, 2019, and later released by the court.
- Socio-cultural leaders urge UDF government to roll back UAPA use in State
Socio-cultural leaders have urged the UDF government to reduce the use of UAPA in the State. The request highlights concerns over the application of the law within the region.
- ED complaint leads to UAPA case against those associated with U.S.-based Christian missionary
An FIR under UAPA was registered against individuals associated with a U.S.-based Christian missionary following a complaint by an Enforcement Directorate officer. The complaint was submitted by Sunil Kumar Sinhmar, an officer of the Directorate of Enforcement.