SIT
Coverage of SIT in the Nexus archive.
- ‘Kafir’ screenshot case: SIT arrests DYFI leader Ribesh Ramakrishnan
SIT arrested DYFI leader Ribesh Ramakrishnan in a case involving the distribution of a fabricated image aimed at undermining LDF candidate K.K. Shailaja before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. He was arraigned as the second accused in the case.
- Kerala govt issues order suspending ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar, cites SIT findings of ‘interference' in Youth Congress workers assault probe
The Kerala government has suspended ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar based on SIT findings that allege interference in the investigation of an assault on Youth Congress workers. The government claims his continued presence could compromise the inquiry's fairness, citing statements from multiple investigating officers.
- Sabarimala gold theft case: SIT arrests former TDB president P.S. Prasanth
Sabarimala gold theft case: SIT arrests former TDB president P.S. Prasanth and former Travancore Devaswom Board member A. Ajikumar. Both are being interrogated at Kollam Police Club.
- Sabarimala gold theft case: SIT detains former TDB president P.S. Prasanth for questioning
SIT detains former TDB president P.S. Prasanth in the Sabarimala gold theft case, three weeks after questioning prime accused Unnikrishnan Potti. Prasanth had posted on Facebook that his arrest in the case was imminent.
- ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar submits explanation in YC workers assault case
ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar submitted an explanation in the YC workers assault case. He denied all assessments made against him by the SIT that probed the incident and is handling the case.
- SIT attributes eight elephant deaths in Kerala river to ‘natural accidental causes’
The SIT reports that eight elephant deaths in a Kerala river were attributed to 'natural accidental causes'. The animals may have slipped into the river due to extremely high rainfall and died from the impacts of the fall.
- SIT makes second arrest in ‘kafir’ screenshot case
SIT made a second arrest in the 'kafir' screenshot case. Amal, a DYFI leader, was charged with disseminating communally sensitive material and later released on bail.
- SIT arrests second man accused of ‘pocketing Badrinath temple donations’
SIT has arrested a second man accused of misappropriating donations at the Badrinath temple. The FIR was filed based on a complaint by the BKTC president alleging financial irregularities in handling cash and offerings at the shrine.
- Kerala Cabinet likely to examine possible action against ADGP in Youth Congress members’ assault case
The Kerala Cabinet is likely to examine possible action against an ADGP following an SIT report accusing an officer of attempting to sabotage a police probe into the unjustified assault by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's security personnel on Youth Congress black flag protesters in 2023.
- Call for stir until SIT probe into mysterious deaths of children in Palakkad
The Committee Against Child Abuse organized a conference to demand an SIT inquiry into the mysterious deaths of children in Palakkad. Dr. Geetha emphasized that an independent investigation is necessary to ensure justice in these cases.
- Ram temple donation embezzlement: SIT to submit interim report on Monday
The SIT is set to submit an interim report on Monday regarding alleged financial irregularities in donations received by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The team may request additional time from the Uttar Pradesh government to complete their investigation.
- ‘Kafir screenshot’ case: order on SIT plea to cancel accused’s bail today
The Kozhikode Sessions Court is set to decide on the SIT's request to cancel the accused's bail in the 'Kafir screenshot' case and will also address an anticipatory bail plea by DYFI leader Ribesh Ramakrishnan.
- MBT seeks SIT probe into alleged sexual exploitation of 14-year-old girl
MBT has requested an SIT probe into the alleged sexual exploitation of a 14-year-old girl. The case involves accusations of exploitation against the minor.
- SIT probe into Sabarimala theft cannot be interfered with, says Muraleedharan
Muraleedharan states that the SIT probe into the Sabarimala theft cannot be interfered with. The investigation is being conducted by a Special Investigation Team.
- Kerala govt not seeking confrontation with HC, but needs more freedom to function: Devaswom Minister
The Kerala government states it is not seeking confrontation with the High Court but requires more autonomy to function, citing the Sabarimala gold theft case as an example where the court has entrusted the investigation to an SIT, limiting the state's ability to act further.
- Kandararu Rajeevaru seeks to step down as Sabarimala Tantri, proposes son as successor
Kandararu Rajeevaru seeks to resign as Sabarimala Tantri, citing health reasons, and proposes his son as successor. He submitted a resignation letter to the Travancore Devaswom Board and was arrested on January 9 by the SIT investigating the Sabarimala gold theft case, currently out on bail.
- SIT moves Supreme Court to question officer in Gade Sai Krishna custodial death case
SIT has moved the Supreme Court to question an officer in the Gade Sai Krishna custodial death case. A suspended CI was booked under the SC and ST Act for alleged abetment to suicide of Perupogu Kranthi Kumar.
- Custodial death case: High Court allows SIT to question accused in Vijayawada
The High Court has permitted the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to question the accused in a custodial death case in Vijayawada. The case involves legal proceedings related to the death of an individual in custody.
- SIT formed to probe ₹100-crore disproportionate assets case against former TMC councillor
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate a ₹100-crore disproportionate assets case against a former TMC councillor. Debraj Chakraborty, husband of former MLA Aditi Munshi, was arrested based on an FIR filed by BJP MLA Tarunjyoti Tewari against the couple.
- Congress terms donation theft at Ayodhya Ram Temple a ‘maha paap’, questions PM’s silence
Congress condemns donation theft at Ayodhya Ram Temple as a 'maha paap' and criticizes the Prime Minister's silence. The party demands the SIT report be made public, the dissolution of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, FIRs against its office-bearers, and an independent audit of all donations.
- SIT traces Sai Krishna’s custody trail from Markapuram to Vijayawada
SIT is investigating Sai Krishna's custody trail from Markapuram to Vijayawada, questioning Task Force personnel, Krishnalanka police staff, and senior officers regarding an alleged custodial death and evidence destruction. The High Court will hear a habeas corpus petition on Monday.
- NHRC seeks reports from DGP, Chief Secretary on Sai Krishna custodial death
NHRC seeks reports from DGP and Chief Secretary on Sai Krishna's custodial death. The rights panel flags possible Article 21 violation and demands details of the SIT probe and action against accused police personnel.
- Noose tightening around more officers in ‘custodial death’ case in A.P.
The SIT in the Gade Sai Krishna case has identified the involvement of two head constables and a friend of the accused CI. The investigation suggests expanding culpability in the custodial death case in Andhra Pradesh.
- SIT an eyewash, formed to protect the powerful: Arvind Kejriwal on Ram Mandir donation probe
Arvind Kejriwal criticized the SIT for being an eyewash designed to protect the powerful. He questioned the SIT's actions and the absence of an FIR despite evidence of theft related to the Ram Mandir donation probe.
- SIT inspects Lucknow fire incident site; Congress alleges Uttar Pradesh government’s negligence responsible for tragedy
SIT members and Uttar Pradesh officials inspected the Lucknow fire site, with the FSL collecting evidence. Congress accused the Uttar Pradesh government of negligence in the tragedy.
- SIT grills suspended CI Nagaraju in Sai Krishna case
The SIT is interrogating suspended CI Nagaraju in the Sai Krishna case. Investigation officers also questioned Task Force police from NTR Commissionerate, who reportedly picked up the victim from Markapuram.
- SIT probe into Ram temple fund row will bring truth to light: Adityanath
Adityanath supports a SIT investigation into the Ram temple fund controversy, urging individuals with evidence to come forward and stating that those found guilty will be held accountable regardless of their position.
- ‘Kafir screenshot’ row in Kerala: K.K. Shailaja says probe must continue; Shafi Parambil welcomes SIT inquiry
A controversy over a 'Kafir screenshot' in Kerala involves K.K. Shailaja and Shafi Parambil, with Shailaja urging continued investigation and Parambil supporting an SIT inquiry.
- SIT to move court for custody of DYFI leader in ‘kafir screenshot’ case
SIT is seeking court custody of a DYFI leader in the 'kafir screenshot' case. Jithin Bhaskar, a DYFI Vadakara block committee member and admin of the 'Vadakara Squad' WhatsApp group, is suspected of sharing the screenshot with over 200 people, though police have not confirmed he created it.
- Attack on Youth Congress activists: SIT approaches Kerala HC against anticipatory bail granted to accused police personnel
The SIT has approached the Kerala High Court to challenge the anticipatory bail granted to accused police personnel in an attack on Youth Congress activists. The SIT argues that restrictions on custodial interrogation are hindering the investigation into the case.
- Sabarimala gold theft case: SIT issues notice to former TDB president P.S. Prashanth
The SIT has issued a notice to former TDB president P.S. Prashanth regarding the Sabarimala gold theft case. The SIT will collect samples at the temple on June 14.
- Chinnaiah claims ₹200 crore plot against ‘false campaign’ in Dharmasthala case; Karnataka High Court notice to SIT on plea to complete probe
Chinnaiah alleges a ₹200 crore plot linked to a 'false campaign' in the Dharmasthala case. The Karnataka High Court has issued a notice to the SIT regarding a plea to complete the investigation into the matter.
- SIT chargesheets Nalapad in bitcoin scam, HM Kharge says BJP leaders’ names to also emerge
The SIT has chargesheeted Nalapad in a Bitcoin scam, and HM Kharge stated that BJP leaders' names are also expected to emerge. The investigation is ongoing.
- HC orders probe into Khanamet lands by CID, constitution of SIT
The High Court has ordered a probe into Khanamet lands by the CID and directed the constitution of a Special Investigation Team (SIT).