Today, On 24th June, Suspended JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna sought bail in a rape case before the Karnataka High Court. His lawyer argued, “I find it strange… no progress in trial,” citing 150 witnesses and prolonged delays in proceedings.
The Election Commission of India refuted Rahul Gandhi’s allegations of electoral fraud in the Maharashtra polls, emphasizing lawful conduct and transparency involving numerous officials and party representatives. Gandhi insists on “vote theft” and criticizes the Commission’s response, demanding access to digital voter rolls and CCTV footage for greater accountability.
Satish Salian demands a fresh investigation into Disha Salian’s 2020 death, alleging murder and a cover-up. He seeks an FIR against Aaditya Thackeray and a CBI probe. Shiv Sena suspects a political conspiracy, while BJP’s Nitesh Rane calls for Thackeray’s resignation. Maharashtra government assures a fair probe without party interference.
The Bombay High Court has issued notices to the Election Commission regarding a petition from Congress leader Prafulla Gudadhe, who seeks access to CCTV footage from the 2024 Nagpur South-West election, won by CM Devendra Fadnavis. Gudadhe aims to verify the electoral process’s integrity amid concerns of fairness.
Kolkata, May 19 – The Calcutta High Court has taken serious note of an incident where lawyers were allegedly heckled near the court premises on April 25. Acting on the matter, a special three-judge bench of the High Court issued a contempt rule against eight people on Monday.This decision was taken after a report on the incident was submitted by the Kolkata Police Commissioner in line with the court’s earlier directions. The bench asked the eight individuals, who have been accused of contempt, to file their written replies by June 16, the next date of hearing.
The Supreme Court has granted the Election Commission three weeks to respond to petitions challenging changes to the Conduct of Election Rules, which limit access to election-related documents like CCTV footage. Petitioners argue this undermines electoral integrity and transparency, urging the court to restore broader access to these materials.
The CBI filed a closure report in the Disha Salian death case, following a similar move in the Sushant Singh Rajput case. However, the investigation uncovered a twist, linking the case to allegations of her father’s affair and financial fraud. These revelations add a new dimension to the controversy surrounding her death. The closure report marks the end of the CBI’s probe into the case.