In Arvind Kejriwal Scam case the Delhi court Today has issued a summons to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in response to Enforcement Directorate allegations of avoiding appearances related to a money laundering case. The court directive mandates his appearance on March 16, amid ongoing tensions and public interest in the matter, which could significantly impact Delhi’s political and legal landscapes.
Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay, a notable figure in the Calcutta High Court, has resigned Today from his position to pursue a political career. Known for his uncompromising approach to combating corruption, his decision to enter politics has sparked discussions about the future of his cases and the implications for the Indian judiciary.
Today (29 Feb) the Supreme Court overturned a 2018 judgment regarding the duration of interim stay orders in civil and criminal cases. The Court emphasized that stay orders should not automatically expire after six months and that time-bound decisions should only be made in exceptional circumstances. The ruling highlighted the importance of allowing each court to prioritize cases based on their unique circumstances.
Today, the Bombay High Court issued notices to Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar and 10 MLAs associated with Sharad Pawar’s NCP faction in response to petitions challenging the speaker’s decision not to disqualify them. Anil Patil, chief whip of the NCP, filed the petitions disputing the speaker’s ruling and is pushing for the disqualification of the 10 legislators. The matter is set for further hearing on March 14.
The Supreme Court ordered a vote recount in the Chandigarh mayoral election, declaring Aam Aadmi Party’s Kuldeep Kumar the winner. Eight ballots marked for Kumar were invalidated by the Returning Officer, but the Court ruled them as valid. The Court criticized the Officer’s actions, emphasizing the need to uphold democracy. The recount is expected to favor Kumar’s victory.