The Enforcement Directorate has accused Chaitanya Baghel of handling over Rs 1,000 crore in proceeds of crime from the Chhattisgarh liquor scam. The case, linked to the Congress regime, has already seen multiple high-profile arrests.
The Telangana High Court struck down three criminal cases against an X user for tweets critical of CM Revanth Reddy’s Congress government, ruling them protected free speech. The Court also laid down strict guidelines for police and magistrates on handling FIRs in social media cases.
In the Vimal Negi death case, Shimla SP has challenged the High Court’s CBI probe order in the Supreme Court, even after Himachal CM’s assurance, raising questions about investigative jurisdiction, legal procedure, and administrative accountability.
On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti, Telangana became the first state in India to implement the Supreme Court-backed SC sub-categorisation. The state government announced it as a historic move towards social justice and equitable reservation for marginalised SC sub-castes.
Today, On 3rd April, The Supreme Court directed the Telangana High Court registrar to visit the site of tree felling and submit an interim report. The order comes amid concerns over environmental damage and alleged illegal deforestation. The court emphasized the need for immediate assessment and accountability in the matter. The interim report is expected to provide crucial details for further legal proceedings.
Today, On 7th January, The Telangana High Court declined to quash the FIR against BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao in connection with the Formula E race case. The FIR, filed by the Anti-Corruption Bureau, alleges irregularities in the event’s organization. The court had reserved its decision on December 31 after hearing arguments from both the state government and the defence. This ruling allows the investigation to proceed further.
The Supreme Court affirmed its authority to annul proceedings related to the investigation of D.K. Shivakumar’s alleged disproportionate assets case, contested by the CBI and BJP leader Basanagouda Patil Yatnal. The court will reassess the case in January 2025, following state government withdrawals of consent for the investigation.
The Karnataka High Court quashed an FIR against BJP MP Tejasvi Surya for allegedly spreading fake news about a farmer’s suicide. The court cited Surya’s arguments, stating the controversial tweet was deleted and did not constitute an offense. The hearing on the matter was reserved for December 5 after considering both parties’ arguments.
Today, On 26th November, the Supreme Court granted bail to two convicts in the 2003 politically motivated murder case of NCP leader Ram Avatar Jaggi in Chhattisgarh. This decision followed extensive legal proceedings and a review of the time served. The court’s actions reflect its ongoing reassessment of lengthy cases as hearings continue on related appeals.
The Supreme Court on Friday(8th Nov) has requested responses from the Karnataka Government and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar regarding a CBI petition contesting the state’s withdrawal of consent for a corruption investigation against Shivakumar. The case follows a High Court dismissal of earlier appeals from both the CBI and BJP leader Yatnal.
