Journalist Kishore Shrestha's Habeas Corpus Case Concludes Hearing

Summary

The Supreme Court has concluded hearings in journalist Kishore Shrestha’s habeas corpus case after his arrest in Kathmandu over allegations of violating the Personal Privacy Act, 2075 BS. His wife filed the writ, while his lawyers argued the complaint against him was filed out of prejudice.

Key Points
  • The hearing on journalist Kishore Shrestha’s habeas corpus case concluded in the Supreme Court.
  • He was arrested by a team from the Valley Crime Investigation Office and the District Police Range, Kathmandu, after being accused of violating the Personal Privacy Act, 2075 BS.
  • His wife, Saraswati Shrestha, filed a habeas corpus writ challenging the arrest.
  • Shrestha told the court that a false case had been filed against him with prejudice.
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