In the 2023-24 financial year, the BJP received Rs.2,244 crore through electoral bonds, while Congress got Rs. 289 crore in donations of Rs.20,000 and above. This shows a big difference in the financial support received by the two major parties. The BJP’s contributions through electoral bonds were much higher than Congress’s. This data highlights the continuing importance of electoral bonds in political funding.
Today, On 24th December, The Congress party moved to the Supreme Court against the recent changes to the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961. They say these changes make the election process less transparent and accountable. The new rules reportedly restrict public access to important materials like CCTV footage and video recordings. Congress also pointed out that there was no public consultation before making these changes.
A local court in Bareilly summoned Congress MP Rahul Gandhi to appear on January 7 regarding his comments during the Lok Sabha elections. The summons came after a plea from Pankaj Pathak, alleging that Gandhi’s remarks aimed to incite class hatred for political gain. Gandhi also staged a protest against Amit Shah’s remarks on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
Today, On 27th November, Senior Advocate Mahesh Jethmalani defended the Adani Group against U.S. court allegations, labeling them “sketchy” and questioning their timing before the parliamentary session. He stated there is no evidence linking Gautam Adani or executives to wrongdoing, criticizing Congress for politicizing the issue without substantiating claims of bribery or legal violations.
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The Telangana High Court’s Division Bench annulled a single-judge’s ultimatum requiring the Speaker to expedite disqualification petitions against defected MLAs. The court urged the Speaker to resolve the matter reasonably, noting the prolonged delay, while emphasizing the constitutional authority of the Speaker under the Tenth Schedule regarding such petitions.
The Supreme Court reinstated the evidence tampering case against Kerala MLA Antony Raju, originally stayed in July 2023. This decision mandates the trial court to conclude the proceedings within a year. The case, linked to a 33-year-old smuggling incident, involves allegations of tampering with evidence during Raju’s representation of an Australian client.
The Supreme Court temporarily stayed the investigation into an FIR against a man who called Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge “ayogya” (incompetent). This follows a challenge to the Karnataka High Court’s ruling, which upheld charges under specific IPC sections for inciting violence and promoting enmity, while dismissing those under the SC/ST Act.
A defamation notice issued to the Indian National Congress, its President Mallikarjun Kharge, General Secretary Jairam Ramesh, and former President Rahul Gandhi. The notice, filed on behalf of Sachin Baghel, a respected RSS member, claims false and defamatory statements were made against the RSS, damaging both Baghel’s and the organization’s reputation. The legal action follows the publication of content on the Congress Party’s official website and YouTube channel.
A PIL filed today in the Allahabad High Court seeks a CBI investigation into Rahul Gandhi’s alleged British citizenship. Documents suggesting his ties to the British government raise questions about his Indian citizenship. BJP leader Subramanian Swamy has also raised these concerns. Dual citizenship for Indian politicians is controversial and could impact national sovereignty and conflicts of interest.
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The Congress party called for a Supreme Court-monitored probe into alleged irregularities in the NEET examination, accusing the ruling BJP of deceiving young people. The National Testing Agency refuted the claims, attributing higher student scores to textbook updates and grace marks. The Congress insists on a fair and transparent investigation.