The Supreme Court had directed the Election Commission to conduct elections in J and K by September 30, 2024. PM Modi has said his Government has made a “solemn promise” for restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s Statehood and will stand by it, adding the Centre was working very hard to create the right conditions.
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Today, On 15th May, Amit Shah remarked on Arvind Kejriwal’s interim bail, emphasizing its unusual nature and implying special treatment. He also commented on Kejriwal’s electoral promises and the alliance between AAP and Congress in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Shah dismissed claims of surveillance in Tihar jail and affirmed PM Modi’s leadership until 2029.
Today, On 13th May, a Delhi court granted bail to Arun Kumar Bereddy, accused in the Amit Shah doctored video case. Bereddy, accused of operating a social media account and sharing a manipulated video, cooperated with the investigation. The court acknowledged his minimal involvement and imposed strict bail conditions. The case has drawn significant public and media interest.
Today, On 6th May, Arun Reddy, linked to the manipulated video case involving Amit Shah, has been remanded to judicial custody until tomorrow. The high-profile matter underscores the seriousness of legal actions being pursued. The video controversy led to arrests and ongoing investigations by Delhi Police and Cyber Crime Police, highlighting the significance of scrutinizing digital content.
Today (2nd May): The defamation case against Rahul Gandhi for remarks about Amit Shah has been postponed to May 14 due to the unavailability of a judge in the MP-MLA court in Uttar Pradesh. The complaint, filed in 2018, centers around Gandhi’s comments during the Karnataka elections. This is the latest in a series of postponements for the case.
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Today (22nd April): The Uttar Pradesh court has rescheduled the hearing for the 2018 defamation case against Rahul Gandhi to May 2. The case involves Gandhi’s alleged remarks about BJP leader Amit Shah during a press conference in 2018. The court’s decision to postpone the hearing indicates a delay in the resolution of the case.
Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi Today (April 6th) challenged the interpretation of draw of lots rules in the high court after losing the Rajya Sabha election from Himachal Pradesh. Singhvi questioned the decision to declare the person selected in the draw as the loser, emphasizing the lack of legal basis. He highlighted the potential need for correction if his arguments hold merit.
The Jharkhand High Court intervened in the defamation case against Rahul Gandhi, staying the arrest warrant issued after his remarks about Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The warrant, issued for Gandhi’s failure to appear in court, was suspended for a month by the High Court, instructing him to engage in court proceedings. The case continues.