Archive · 11 Jun 2025
YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra Denied Bail on Espionage Charges
Jyoti Malhotra, a YouTuber, was denied bail by a court in India.
She's accused of spying for Pakistan and was arrested in May.
Police say she shared info and met with people linked to Pakistani intelligence.
Her lawyer argued there wasn't enough proof and some laws shouldn't apply.
The court decided she must stay in custody while the case continues.
YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra was denied bail by a Haryana court.
She was arrested on May 17 on suspicion of spying for Pakistan.
Malhotra faces charges under the Official Secrets Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Police allege she shared sensitive information and met with Pakistani intelligence officials.
Her lawyer challenged the charges, citing lack of evidence and legal technicalities.
- Who
- Jyoti Malhotra, a YouTuber, and the Haryana court.
- What
- Jyoti Malhotra's bail plea was rejected.
- When
- Wednesday, following her arrest on May 17.
- Where
- Hisar, Haryana, India.
- Why
- Malhotra was arrested on suspicion of spying for Pakistan.
Defense
Prosecution
Evidence of Espionage
Defense
The prosecution failed to present strong evidence linking her to espionage.
Prosecution
The prosecution presented evidence that led the court to deny her bail.
Legal Validity of Charges
Defense
Section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (related to sedition) is invalid since the Supreme Court had put it on hold.
Prosecution
The court is proceeding with the charges listed in the First Information Report.
- Accused
- Jyoti Malhotra
- Charge
- Espionage
- Location
- Hisar, Haryana
- Legal Action
- Bail Denied
- Arrest Date
- May 17
- Alleged Contacts
- Pakistani Intelligence Officials
Sources
Espionage case: Court denies bail to YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra
Court Rejects Bail Plea of YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra in Espionage Case
Espionage case: YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra denied bail
Hisar court denies bail to YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra arrested on charges of ‘spying for Pakistan’
Espionage case: YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra denied bail
