Yasin Malik told the Delhi High Court that following his arrest in 1990, he was engaged by six successive governments, from VP Singh to Manmohan Singh, to discuss the Kashmir issue and explore possible resolutions.
Legal heavyweights Bansuri Swaraj of BJP and Somnath Bharti of AAP vie for New Delhi Lok Sabha seat, showcasing the scarcity of lawyer MPs. Swaraj, daughter of late Union Minister Sushma Swaraj, brings legal expertise, while Bharti, despite facing legal challenges, boasts an IIT MSc and Delhi University LLB. The constituency’s historical significance and voter sentiments add complexity to the race.
Today 8th April, The Delhi HC temporarily stayed the conviction of former minister Dilip Ray in the coal scam case, allowing him to participate in upcoming elections. The court’s decision was based on the potential irreparable damage to Ray’s political career if he were barred from running for office. This stay does not equate to an acquittal but suspends the conviction under unique circumstances.