Apoorva Vishwanath
National Legal Editor at The Indian Express who provides reporting and analysis on the Akhlaq/Akhlak Dadri lynching case and related legal developments.
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Nov 20, 2025 • 28min
Akhlaq Ahmed's case, Sheikh Hasina's sentence, and Anmol Bishnoi's arrest
Apoorva Vishwanath, National Legal Editor at The Indian Express, delves into the troubling case of the 2015 Dadri lynching, examining the UP government's bid to withdraw charges against the accused and critiquing police reasoning. Shubhajit Roy, Diplomatic Affairs Editor, analyzes the significant implications of Sheikh Hasina's recent conviction and the challenges it poses for India-Bangladesh relations. The discussion also covers the surprising arrest of gangster Anmol Bishnoi, linked to high-profile criminal cases, adding another layer to this complex narrative.
Oct 17, 2024 • 26min
What the G N Saibaba case tells us about the State and the judiciary
Vidisha Kunta Mala, an Indian Express reporter, shares insights into G.N. Saibaba's life, detailing his activism for Dalit and Adivasi rights and the severe health decline during his unjust imprisonment. Apoorva Vishwanath, Legal editor at Indian Express, analyzes the legal intricacies of Saibaba's case, highlighting the flaws in the judicial process that led to his acquittal and the ongoing challenges faced by the acquitted. Together, they discuss the broader implications for civil liberties and the accountability of the state and judiciary in India.
