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Court sentences Tahir Hussain to 2 years in jail for abetting 2020 Delhi riots

Tahir Hussain, previously an AAP councillor, has been sentenced to two years of rigorous imprisonment for his role in inciting riots. The court indicated he misused his political influence to enable violence rather than upholding order. On February 24, 2020, he permitted rioters to utilize his residence for attacking citizens…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

2020 Delhi riots: Court convicts Tahir Hussain of abetment to rioting, acquits 12 others

Former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain has been convicted of abetment to rioting during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots. The conviction was made by Additional Sessions Judge Praveen Singh, who acquitted 12 other co-accused of all charges. Hussain was previously convicted in connection with the killing of Intelligence Bureau officer Ankit…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

2020 Delhi riots: HC to hear bail pleas by Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam in UAPA case on Sep 30

The Delhi High Court on Monday deferred hearing on bail pleas by activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the UAPA case linked to the alleged larger conspiracy behind the February 2020 north-east Delhi riots. The pleas will be heard on September 30 after the Delhi Police sought an adjournment.

The Economic Times · Sep 21

'Sense of justice' but fight not over, Ankit Sharma's family seeks 'rarest of rare' punishment for former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain & four others

A Delhi court sentenced Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment for Ankit Sharma's murder. The family of the Intelligence Bureau staffer received some relief after years of struggle. They acknowledged the court's verdict but noted the irreplaceable loss of their brother. The family hopes for a "rarest of…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Delhi Police seeks death penalty for Tahir Hussain, four others in Ankit Sharma murder case

Delhi Police urged a court to award the death penalty for five individuals convicted in Ankit Sharma's murder. The prosecution described the crime as heinous, cold-blooded, and diabolical, demanding maximum punishment. Defense counsel argued against the death penalty, citing lack of specific roles and mitigating circumstances. Tahir Hussain's family situation…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

IB Officer Ankit Sharma Case: Delhi Court directs Tahir Hussain, 4 others to file socio-economic affidavits ahead of sentencing

Tahir Hussain and four others convicted for IB officer Ankit Sharma's murder. The Karkardooma Court ordered affidavits detailing their socio-economic status. Arguments on the sentence for Tahir Hussain were deferred to July 27. Evidence showed Hussain's building was used for rioting and stone-pelting. Witnesses identified accused persons involved in the…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

Mob assembled to target Hindus, Ankit Sharma faced savage, relentless assault: Court order convicting Tahir Hussain, 4 others

A Delhi court convicted Tahir Hussain and four others for the murder of Ankit Sharma. The former AAP councillor was part of a mob with animus against Hindus. This unlawful assembly committed rioting, loot, and arson during the 2020 riots. The court found Hussain vicariously liable for murder and other…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

Tahir Hussain convicted: Why was the former AAP councillor convicted in murder case of IB officer Ankit Sharma

A Delhi court convicted former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others in the murder of IB officer Ankit Sharma. Sharma was killed during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots and his body was found later. The court found Hussain and others guilty of rioting and promoting enmity between communities. However,…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

'Why are Kejriwal, Sisodia silent': BJP on Tahir Hussain's conviction

Delhi Law Minister Kapil Mishra questioned AAP leaders' silence on Tahir Hussain's conviction. Hussain, a former AAP councillor, was convicted for the murder of IB officer Ankit Sharma. The conviction relates to the 2020 northeast Delhi riots which claimed many lives. The AAP stated Hussain was suspended from the party…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

IB official Ankit Sharma murder case: Delhi court convicts Tahir Hussain, four others; acquits six

A Delhi court convicted former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others in Ankit Sharma's murder. Ankit Sharma, an IB official, was killed during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots. Hussain and others were found guilty of rioting and unlawful assembly charges. They were acquitted of criminal conspiracy charges by the…

The Economic Times · Jul 13