Justice Rajarshi Bharadwaj has permitted Akhtar Ali’s plea for an Enforcement Directorate (ED) investigation into ex-principal Sandip Ghosh’s alleged financial irregularities at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The case, involving a doctor’s rape and murder, has gained national attention, prompting the Supreme Court to intervene and transfer the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has called for a 24-hour strike in response.
The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal Government to submit the case diary related to the alleged rape and murder of a woman doctor by 1pm. The court raised concerns about deficiencies in the probe, questioned the reappointment of the principal involved, and ordered the submission of relevant documents by 1 pm.
Today(31st July), Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot has requested a response from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah about allegations related to site distributions by MUDA, including a site allegedly allocated to his wife, Parvathi. This follows a BJP memorandum calling for a CBI investigation and Siddaramaiah’s resignation.
Today(on 23rd July), The Karnataka High Court issued a notice to the State government on a petition by Union Bank of India for a CBI probe into alleged fund misappropriation by the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation. This follows allegations of Rs. 90 crore being transferred from the Corporation’s account. The next hearing is scheduled for August 7.
Today(on 18th July), the Supreme Court deferred the hearing on the ED’s plea to transfer a bribery investigation involving one of its officers from Tamil Nadu’s DVAC to the CBI. The postponement occurred as the ED’s counsel noted the unavailability of Additional Solicitor General SV Raju, who represents the ED and was out of town.
Today(on 18th July), The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, emphasized that re-conducting the NEET-UG 2024 exam requires concrete evidence of widespread compromise. Prioritizing the NEET-UG petitions, the court postponed other cases to address the issue’s urgency and social impact.
The Supreme Court of India has refused to review its decision on transferring the Adani Group stock price manipulation investigation despite a plea filed by a PIL petitioner. The court upheld its confidence in the initial judgment and SEBI’s ongoing investigation. The case involves accusations of fraudulent activities and market manipulation by the Adani Group.
A group of 20 students has petitioned the Supreme Court to cancel the NEET-UG 2024 exam due to alleged irregularities, calling for a CBI-monitored investigation and a retest by NTA. The plea emphasizes the need for transparency and integrity in the examination process, addressing concerns about fraudulent practices and unfair means.
Today, On 14th June, The Supreme Court called for a response from the Central Government and the National Testing Agency regarding a plea for a CBI investigation into alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG exam. The requests follow concerns about potential misconduct and errors in the examination process, including question paper leaks and suicides of students in Kota. The court emphasizes the need for a response from the NTA before making a decision. The NEET-UG exam, conducted on May 5 with around 24 lakh candidates, has faced allegations of irregularities, including question paper leaks, leading to protests and demands for investigation. The Centre and NTA have revoked grace marks for some candidates and offered them the option to retake the exam or relinquish the compensatory marks. The NEET-UG exam, organized by the NTA, is a nationwide test for admissions to various medical courses in India.
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