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Karnataka: On Thursday(14th Nov): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s appeal against Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot’s sanction to prosecute him in the MUDA scam case will be heard by a Division Bench on November 23. Siddaramaiah contests allegations of corruption involving land granted to his wife, previously upheld by a single-judge bench that dismissed his plea in September.
Four men were arrested on Wednesday (Oct 23) by the Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Police for allegedly cheating an elderly victim of Rs 1.26 crore by threatening him with imprisonment over charges of money laundering. Police said that the accused impersonated not just officers of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) but also Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud.The man was then allegedly told since he is a senior citizen and didn’t have any close relatives, they would submit a request in the Supreme Court of India to not arrest him if he aided in the “investigation” over video call from his house.
Amit Vyas, representing Coldplay fans in India, has filed a criminal complaint with Mumbai’s Economic Offences Wing against BookMyShow and Live Nation, alleging ticketing fraud for the band’s upcoming concerts. He claims unethical practices and manipulation enabled ticket bots to thrive, depriving genuine fans of access and leading to inflated resale prices.
Pooja Khedkar, a former IAS officer, faces allegations of submitting forged disability certificates to cheat in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2022. The Delhi High Court extended her interim arrest protection until October 4, 2024, as investigations suggest a larger conspiracy. Khedkar denies the charges and was discharged from the service on September 7.
A Lucknow court has convicted 16 individuals for illegal mass religious conversion, sentencing 12 to life imprisonment and 4 to 10 years in jail. The convicts promoted Islam, organized mass conversions, and amassed funds for these activities. Their arrest by the Uttar Pradesh ATS led to a thorough investigation and subsequent legal proceedings.
Today, On 5th September, Former IAS probationer Puja Khedkar has offered to undergo a medical examination at AIIMS following claims that her disability certificates may be forged. The Delhi Police alleges that she misrepresented information to secure reservation benefits for the civil services examination and has questioned her eligibility. Khedkar has denied all allegations, with further hearings scheduled for September 26.
The Bombay High Court dismissed a cheating case against a woman who eloped before her wedding. The court highlighted her struggle to express her romantic relationship. The judges ruled that there was no evidence of deception, emphasizing the absence of dishonest intent. The woman’s family faced defamation and embarrassment after the elopement.
Puja Khedkar contested the UPSC’s decision to disqualify her, arguing that once appointed as a probationer, the commission lacked the authority to revoke her candidature. The UPSC accused her of fraudulent practices, leading to legal proceedings including a criminal case and suspension of her probation period. Khedkar denies the allegations and challenges the UPSC’s actions in court.
The Supreme Court expressed concern over the confusion and misapplication of laws regarding criminal breach of trust and cheating. It noted that police often file FIRs for both offenses based on mere claims of dishonesty, causing numerous injustices. The court stressed the need for proper training of police officers to understand the distinction between the two offenses.
Today, On 8th August, Puja Khedkar, a former IAS probationer, is seeking anticipatory bail in a cheating case involving fraudulent obtainment of reservation benefits. Accused of misrepresentation in the UPSC exam, she faces serious allegations and potential arrest. The court expressed the need for a thorough investigation to uncover the conspiracy and involvement of others.