The Kerala High Court dismissed defamation charges against three individuals for waving black flags at Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s convoy in 2017. The court ruled that such protests do not amount to defamation or illegal obstruction, underscoring the legitimacy of this form of dissent within the framework of freedom of expression.
![[MUDA SCAM] Karnataka High Court Set To Hear CM Siddaramaiah's Appeal On Nov 23](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image-36-2.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
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.
![[Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam] "Statements Under Section 50 of PML Act, 2002 Can Be Used to Initiate Criminal Cases": HC Denies Relief to Ex-IAS Anil Tuteja](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/image-9-2.png?resize=447%2C350&ssl=1)
The Allahabad High Court denied former IAS officer Anil Tuteja relief concerning the Chhattisgarh liquor scam, ruling the Uttar Pradesh FIR valid despite the Supreme Court quashing a related money laundering case. The court emphasized that ED witness statements can support ongoing criminal proceedings against Tuteja and others accused of involvement in a Rs. 2,000 crore syndicate.
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Today, On 7th October, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan called for stricter enforcement of employment laws following the death of 26-year-old Anna Sebastian, an EY employee, allegedly due to work-related stress. He emphasized the need for better worker protections and assured that these concerns would be addressed with the central government.
Today, On 26th September, Karnataka revoked the CBI’s authorization to investigate within the state, citing concerns of bias amid allegations of targeted actions against opposition leaders, particularly ahead of elections. This decision does not relate to the ongoing MUDA land scam involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who faces scrutiny but denies any wrongdoing.
Today, On 23rd September, Justice Abhay S Oka stressed the need for the historic Bombay High Court building to remain with the judiciary after the court relocates to a new complex in Bandra, highlighting its heritage and judicial importance. He proposed the old building serve as a museum or mediation center.
Today, On 23rd September, the Calcutta High Court criticized West Bengal’s financial grant of Rs 85,000 to Durga Puja organizers as insufficient compared to other expenditures. Chief Justice T.S. Sivagnanam suggested raising it to Rs 10 lakh due to rising festival costs. The court emphasized accountability in fund utilization and highlighted ongoing financial concerns for marginalized workers.
![[MUDA Scam] Karnataka HC Adjourns Hearing of CM Siddharamaiah's Plea Related To Transfer Of Cases Till Dec 10](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image-7-3.png?resize=447%2C355&ssl=1)
A petition to the Karnataka High Court seeks to annul Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s election, alleging that his campaign’s female-targeted freebies violate Article 14 and constitute voter bribery. The petitioner’s counsel argued that these promises discriminated against men and involved malpractices, while the defense dismissed the petition as a mere replication of previous cases.
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Yesterday, On 14th September, The CBI arrested the former principal of Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, Sandip Ghosh, and police officer Abhijit Mondal for attempting to destroy evidence in a high-profile rape and murder case. The incident sparked public outrage and led to the CBI taking over the investigation. The Chief Minister declined the protesting doctors’ request for live-streaming their meeting.
![[Terror Funding Case] NIA Seeks High Court’s Nod to Transfer MP/MLA Court Jurisdiction to Special NIA Court for Engineer Rashid’s Case](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image-33-1.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 4th September, A Delhi court postponed the decision on the bail plea of Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid until September 11. He is currently in jail in connection with a 2017 terror-funding case. The ruling on September 11 will determine whether he can secure release while the investigation continues.