NIA can probe those accused of non-scheduled offence if... : Supreme Court settles law

The Supreme Court of India addressed the issue of a non-scheduled offence under the National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe. The case revolved around the NIA’s jurisdiction to investigate certain offences that do not fall under the definition of scheduled offences under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The Court examined whether such offences could be investigated by the NIA, even though they are not listed under the prescribed category. The ruling clarifies the scope of the NIA’s powers and whether they can extend beyond the offences expressly mentioned in the UAPA. The decision has significant implications for the interpretation of the NIA’s powers and its role in addressing national security threats.