The Delhi Secretariat stated that presenting Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports at this stage would serve no purpose since the legislative assembly session concludes in February. It emphasized that the Speaker’s authority to convene assembly sittings is an internal matter, falling beyond the scope of judicial scrutiny. This aligns with the assembly’s procedural independence and established practices.
The Delhi High Court Today (Dec 2) said it will hear on December 9 a plea by the city’s opposition leaders seeking a direction to place Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports related to liquor duty, pollution and finance before the Assembly. Justice Sanjeev Narula on Monday deferred hearing on the petition while noting that the pleadings in the case were not yet complete.
BJP MLAs Plea Seeking CAG Reports In Assembly
The Himachal Pradesh High Court ruled the appointment of six MLAs as Parliamentary Secretaries unconstitutional, declaring the related Act invalid and mandating the withdrawal of CPS roles and privileges. The state government plans to appeal to the Supreme Court, although relief is considered unlikely, as constitutional violations were identified.
Omar Abdullah expressed concerns over the Centre’s plans to nominate five BJP members to Jammu and Kashmir’s Legislative Assembly, warning of potential legal challenges and heightened political tensions. He emphasized the importance of consultation and cooperation between local leadership and the Centre to avoid unnecessary conflict and maintain stability in the region.
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Today, On 24th May, Medha Patkar convicted in a defamation case filed by VK Saxena for making defamatory statements. The ruling holds legal implications, as she faces up to two years in jail or a fine. This marks a significant development in their long-standing legal dispute. Additionally, Patkar faces charges of fraud in a separate case.
The Delhi High Court received assurances from Assembly authorities that the indefinite suspension of seven BJP MLAs was not to suppress dissent. The proceedings against the suspended MLAs by the privileges committee would be expedited. The court considered petitions challenging their suspension, with the next hearing scheduled for February 26. The suspended MLAs argue that their suspension violates applicable rules.
The Delhi High Court hears BJP MLAs’ plea against suspension, accusing AAP of politicizing the matter by comparing it to Raghav Chadha’s suspension. The suspended MLAs argue their suspension is unconstitutional and politically motivated, hindering democratic processes. The court instructed the MLAs to meet the Speaker, indicating the significant implications of the case on legislative authority and democratic values.
The Calcutta High Court has issued a stay on the proceedings of an FIR lodged against ten BJP MLAs accused of insulting the National Anthem during a recent assembly session. This development comes amidst a heated political face-off between the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the BJP legislators in the assembly. Also read- Calcutta High […]