Today, On 26th November, The Election Commission told the Supreme Court that political parties are spreading unnecessary fear and creating widespread confusion among citizens about SIR-related concerns raised in Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.
Today, On 8th April, The Supreme Court has deferred hearing a plea seeking an investigation into the 2018 Sukma encounter. The Court noted, “The peace process is underway,” and highlighted recent developments, including the surrender of 26 individuals. The observation indicates judicial caution amid ongoing reconciliation efforts in the region. The matter is likely to be taken up again in July.
Omar Abdullah expressed concerns over the Centre’s plans to nominate five BJP members to Jammu and Kashmir’s Legislative Assembly, warning of potential legal challenges and heightened political tensions. He emphasized the importance of consultation and cooperation between local leadership and the Centre to avoid unnecessary conflict and maintain stability in the region.
The Calcutta High Court directed the Election Commission of India to shut down Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] offices near a polling station. The offices must be closed in accordance with the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) regulations 48 hours before polling. This order stemmed from a petition filed by a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) representative.
The Indian Supreme Court upheld the election petition filed by CPI(M) leader M Swaraj against Congress MLA K Babu’s victory in the 2021 Kerala assembly elections. The court’s decision emphasizes the importance of fair and transparent elections and sets the stage for a thorough examination of electoral malpractice allegations. This ruling carries significant implications for India’s electoral jurisprudence.
In the Bhima Koregaon case, the Supreme Court of India on January17 has directed that the bail plea of activist Jyoti Jagtap, an accused in the case, be heard alongside the appeal of co-accused Shoma Kanti Sen. This decision was made by a bench comprising Justices Aniruddha Bose and Sanjay Kumar, who were hearing Jagtap’s […]