Delhi’s Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) has summoned former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia for questioning on June 20 regarding a ₹2,000 crore scam involving inflated costs in constructing government school classrooms. Sisodia previously requested a different date due to “prior commitments.” The investigation follows multiple allegations of corruption.
The Telangana High Court has suspended the seven-year prison sentence of former Karnataka minister Gali Janardhan Reddy and granted bail, along with three co-defendants in an illegal iron ore mining case. They must provide personal bonds and cannot leave the country without permission. The case highlights significant corruption in mining.
The Supreme Court of India expressed concern over the professionalism of young lawyers after an incident where one walked away during an order’s dictation. Emphasizing that effective legal practice involves understanding courtroom etiquette, the court highlighted that academic knowledge is only part of being a good lawyer, with “court craft” accounting for the majority of skills needed.
The Supreme Court of India ruled that a couple from different religions can live together despite ongoing criminal proceedings. The bench granted bail to Arif Siddiqui, who married a Hindu woman, emphasizing personal liberty and the couple’s right to make independent choices. The court rejected state interference in their relationship.
A Delhi court has ordered the Director of the Forensic Science Laboratory to appear in person regarding a case involving former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and others accused of violating the Prevention of Defacement of Property Act by illegally displaying large banners in 2019. The director failed to submit a report, prompting the appearance order for June 28, 2025.
Sonam Raghuvanshi has been arrested for allegedly murdering her husband, Raja, during their honeymoon in Meghalaya. Minister Alexander Laloo Hek demanded public apologies from both families for defaming Meghalaya’s image and warned of legal action if they refuse. The investigation continues with Sonam being brought back to Meghalaya for further scrutiny.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced a new caste census to ensure fair representation for all communities, following a meeting with Congress leaders. The previous census faced criticism for excluding several groups. The Congress leadership acknowledged these concerns and aims to conduct the re-enumeration process within 60-80 days.
The Supreme Court dismissed lawyer Sanjay Rathore’s appeal against an 18-month jail sentence for verbally abusing a woman judge during a hearing in 2015. The court emphasized the significance of protecting judicial dignity and condemned gender-based abuse in the courtroom, marking Rathore’s actions as a threat to justice itself.
The Supreme Court stayed the Delhi High Court’s decision that canceled Vaidya Jayant Yeshwant Deopujari’s appointment as Chairperson of the NCISM, ruling he lacked necessary qualifications. The court noted Deopujari’s PhD did not meet the stipulated postgraduate requirement. A new selection process for the chairperson is underway, adhering to high educational standards.
