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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.
Harish Salve, addressing critics of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), emphasized that the law’s objective isn’t to resolve issues within Islam. He clarified that the CAA aims to address the plight of persecuted minorities in neighboring Islamic countries. NEW DELHI: On April 19th (Tuesday): Renowned lawyer Harish Salve emphasized that those criticizing the Citizenship Amendment […]
The Supreme Court Today directed the Centre to respond within three weeks to applications seeking a suspension of the CAA-Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2024. The bench, led by CJI Chandrachud, scheduled the next hearing for April 9. The Rules relate to the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act, which has been the subject of numerous legal challenges since its passage in 2019.
The Central government Today requested additional time from the Supreme Court to prepare a response to applications seeking a suspension of the Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2024. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta informed the court of the need for more time to address the 20 applications until the court resolves the petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the CAA – Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019.
The AIMIM president, Asaduddin Owaisi, has approached the Supreme Court seeking a suspension of the Citizenship Amendment Rules until the court decides on the petitions challenging the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019. Owaisi, among other petitioners, urges a directive to halt the Act and the rules, highlighting concerns about its impact and legality.
On Friday (14th March):Union Home Minister Amit Shah advocated for reforming the electoral bond system to enhance transparency and accountability in political funding. He respects the Supreme Court’s decision but suggests that modifications could address concerns. Shah defended the BJP’s benefit from the scheme and emphasized the need for improvements rather than its elimination.
A high-level committee, led by former President Ram Nath Kovind, Today endorsed the idea of ‘One Nation, One Election’ in a comprehensive report of 18,626 pages. The report advocates for simultaneous Lok Sabha and state assembly elections, seeking to streamline the electoral process and reduce expenditure. Various political parties have also offered suggestions.
Guwahati Police issued a legal notice on 12th March, against the ‘Sarbatmak Hartal’, warning of potential property damage and legal actions due to the protest against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). The All Assam Students’ Union has vehemently opposed the CAA, citing it as unjust, communal, and a threat to indigenous communities, vowing a peaceful, legal fight.