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Karnataka HC stays withdrawal of 52 criminal cases

The Karnataka High Court has halted the state government's move to withdraw prosecution in 52 criminal cases, including those involving influential individuals and protests. A public interest litigation challenged the notification, alleging it was arbitrary and aimed at appeasing certain groups. The court issued notices and directed prosecutors not to act on the order, pending a response from the government. The opposition BJP criticized the decision as 'toxic appeasement politics'.

2 Jul 2026 5:26 pm