Today, On 29th December, Senior Advocate Mehmood Pracha, for the Unnao rape case survivor, says, “This should not be called victory, but we have got a little time to breathe.” He adds CBI did not consult them, so judgment isn’t a victory.
Today, On 29th December, The Supreme Court stayed the Delhi High Court’s December 23 order and said Kuldeep Singh Sengar “shall not be released,” noting, “Notice issued… several substantial questions of law arise,” and seeking a counter-affidavit within four weeks.
In the Unnao rape case, a vacation bench led by CJI Surya Kant will hear the CBI’s appeal challenging the suspension of Kuldeep Sengar’s life sentence on December 29, bringing renewed attention to the high-profile matter again.
The Rajasthan High Court rejected the State government’s request to withdraw a forgery case against BJP MLA Harlal Saharan. The Court said such serious cases involving misuse of public office cannot be dropped for political reasons.
Today, On 4th August, The Supreme Court, led by CJI Gavai, dismissed Karnataka Minister Shivananda Patil’s plea in the defamation case filed by BJP MLA Basangouda Patil Yatnal, saying, “Fight your political battles outside, not in Supreme Court.” The Supreme Court dismissed an appeal from Karnataka Minister Shivananda S Patil, contesting a Karnataka High Court […]
The Bombay High Court dismissed a petition challenging BJP MLA Rajendra Gavit’s 2024 election win, ruling that polygamy cannot be a reason for disqualification. The court clearly stated, “Polygamy not a ground for disqualification.” Mumbai: The Bombay High Court rejected a petition that sought to invalidate BJP MLA Rajendra Gavit’s victory in the 2024 elections, […]
The Calcutta High Court permitted BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari to visit Murshidabad, following recent violence related to the Waqf Act, but mandated he inform the local Superintendent of Police beforehand. The Court forbade any rallies or public speeches during the visit to maintain peace, amid opposition from the West Bengal government.
A journalist shot dead in Uttar Pradesh’s Sitapur, with police attributing the incident to a land dispute. However, the victim’s family claims the murder was linked to his reports on procurement irregularities and stamp duty evasion. Six suspects have been detained for questioning. Authorities are investigating both angles to determine the motive.
The Delhi High Court Today (Jan 24) declined to order a special assembly session for tabling CAG audit reports on alleged irregularities by the Aam Aadmi Party government. Opposition leaders claim the reports reveal a ₹2,027 crore excise policy loss, citing improper licensing and price manipulation. The AAP denies the existence of the reports, while the court flagged delays and questioned the government’s intentions.
The Delhi High Court Today (Jan 13) criticized the AAP-led Delhi government for delaying actions on the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report. Justice Sachin Datta stated, “The way you have dragged your feet raises doubts about your bona fides,” urging the government to have promptly forwarded the report to the Speaker and initiated a discussion in the Assembly.
