The blackbuck is an endangered species and is protected under the Indian Wildlife Act. The poaching had taken place near a village of Bishnois, a community that revers blackbuck and is passionate about protecting these animals.
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Salman Khan Sent To Jodhpur Central Jail After Sentencing In Blackbuck Poaching Case: Live Updates
Salman Khan allegedly killed the blackbucks in Bhagoda ki Dhani in Mathania village near Jodhpur.
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Updated : April 05, 2018 6:35 pm IST
Salman Khan has been sent to Jodhpur Central Jail after being found guilty of killing two blackbucks.
Jodhpur: Actor Salman Khan has been sentenced to 5 years in jail in the two-decade-old blackbuck poaching case. The 52-year-old actor was found guilty of hunting blackbuck while working on the film "Hum Saath Saath Hain" in 1998. He was present in the Jodhpur court today along with his co-stars Saif Ali Khan, Tabu, Sonali Bendre and Neelam. His co-actors from the movie - Saif Ali Khan, Tabu, Sonali Bendre and Neelam - have been acquitted in the case.
The blackbuck is an endangered species and is protected under the Indian Wildlife Act. The poaching had taken place near a village of Bishnois, a community that revers blackbuck and is passionate about protecting these animals.
The blackbuck is an endangered species and is protected under the Indian Wildlife Act. The poaching had taken place near a village of Bishnois, a community that revers blackbuck and is passionate about protecting these animals.
Apr 05, 2018 18:35 (IST)
After a legal battle that lasted nearly 20 years, a prominent Bollywood actor once seen by many as above the law was convicted of poaching two endangered blackbuck antelopes and sentenced to five years in prison.
Apr 05, 2018 17:37 (IST)
Jaya Bachchan upset over Salman Khan's jail sentence
Jaya Bachchan, who took oath for her second stint as Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, is sad over Salman Khan being sent to jail in the blackbuck poaching case. "The law is taking its course," said Ms Bachchan, while mentioning that the actor has also "done a lot of good work."
Apr 05, 2018 17:14 (IST)
Convicting Salman Khan for killing blackbucks in 1998, a judge in Jodhpur emphasized that the "accused is a film star and people look up to him". The 52-year-old superstar was sentenced to five years in prison and taken straight to the Jodhpur Central Jail from court.
Apr 05, 2018 16:51 (IST)
Actor Neelam's Husband On Blackbuck Case Verdict
"I am happy for us but we are disappointed for #SalmanKhan. Justice has not been given properly in this case. I am feeling bad for him," says Actor Samir Soni, husband of Neelam Kothari, one the co-accused acquitted in the case.
"I am happy for us but we are disappointed for #SalmanKhan. Justice has not been given properly in this case. I am feeling bad for him," says Actor Samir Soni, husband of Neelam Kothari, one the co-accused acquitted in the case.
Apr 05, 2018 16:42 (IST)
Bangladeshi Author Taslima Nasreen On The Blackbuck Poaching Case
"Killing endangered animals is a crime. But 5 years imprisonment for it is too much. Fine him (Salman Khan) Rs 5 crores and let him go," Taslima Nasreen says on Twitter.
"Killing endangered animals is a crime. But 5 years imprisonment for it is too much. Fine him (Salman Khan) Rs 5 crores and let him go," Taslima Nasreen says on Twitter.
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Apr 05, 2018 16:07 (IST)
Actor Arjun Rampal Says Salman Khan's Sentence "Too Harsh"
"The law takes its course. Can't argue it. But at this point in time I just feel helpless and my heart goes out to @BeingSalmanKhan and his family. Reason, cause the last thing @BeingSalmanKhan is, is a criminal. I feel this is too harsh. I do hope he gets the relief he deserves," Arjun Rampal says on Twitter.
"The law takes its course. Can't argue it. But at this point in time I just feel helpless and my heart goes out to @BeingSalmanKhan and his family. Reason, cause the last thing @BeingSalmanKhan is, is a criminal. I feel this is too harsh. I do hope he gets the relief he deserves," Arjun Rampal says on Twitter.
Apr 05, 2018 15:40 (IST)
Salman Khan has been taken to the Jodhpur Central Jail. His bail application will be heard tomorrow.
Apr 05, 2018 15:20 (IST)
Salman Khan walked into the Jodhpur Central Jail today after being sentenced to five years in prison for killing blackbucks in 1998."
Apr 05, 2018 15:13 (IST)
Apr 05, 2018 15:12 (IST)
Salman Khan has reached Jodhpur central jail. The actor is likely to spend the night in jail. Self-styled godman Asaram Bapu is also lodged in the same jail. The actor's bail application will be heard tomorrow.
Apr 05, 2018 15:09 (IST)
"The eye witness, expert evidence and DNA report count as clinching evidence. The verdict is all based on this. The appeal is being filed based on the copy given to them. They have the right to file the plea and there is time till 5 pm," prosecution lawyer Mahipal Bishnoi said.
Apr 05, 2018 15:03 (IST)
Apr 05, 2018 15:00 (IST)
The bail application will be heard tomorrow. They have denied hearing it today. The order copy have been attached with the bail plea," a lawyer said.
Apr 05, 2018 14:58 (IST)
Salman Khan is being taken to Jodhpur central jail. The actor will spend the night in jail if his bail plea is not accepted by the judge. The session court has asked for a copy of the order. The court will shut don at 5 pm.
Apr 05, 2018 14:55 (IST)
Salman Khan being brought out of Jodhpur Court
Apr 05, 2018 14:43 (IST)
Rs 400-600 Crore Riding On Salman Khan: Trade Analysts
Salman Khan has Rs 400 to Rs 600 crore riding on him in the industry and the verdict will affect three major film projects, according to trade analysts.
The 52-year-old actor was in the middle of shooting "Race 3" but it is not clear whether his work is complete on the film, being directed by Remo D'Souza, reports news agency PTI.
"Whatever is left of 'Race 3' will have to be completed soon because the film is releasing in June. 'Kick 2', 'Dabangg 3' and 'Bharat' were yet to start so there isn't much monetary loss. It is a huge loss to the industry and trade as he is a big star who guarantees big success," trade analyst Komal Nahta told PTI.
Apr 05, 2018 14:39 (IST)
- Preparations for sending Salman to the Jodhpur Central jail are in place, Mahipal Bishnoi, the prosecution counsel, told reporters.
- The judgment is 196-page long.
- Salman Khan will serve a simple prison sentence.
- His lawyers have moved for his bail application
- His bail plea needs to be accepted by 5 pm, else the actor will spend the night in jail.
Apr 05, 2018 14:30 (IST)
Blackbuck Case Verdict: Salman Khan was present in the Jodhpur court today along with his co-stars Saif Ali Khan, Tabu, Sonali Bendre and Neelam. Salman Khan has been found guilty, while the other actors have been acquitted."
Apr 05, 2018 14:27 (IST)
Heavy security outside court
There is heavy security at the court. Quick Reaction Team (QRT) and police in riot gear has been stationed at the court premises.
There is heavy security at the court. Quick Reaction Team (QRT) and police in riot gear has been stationed at the court premises.
Apr 05, 2018 14:22 (IST)
Bishnoi community members can be heard celebrating the sentence. The community has been the primary complainant in the case.
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