Jammu & Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary has approached the Delhi High Court seeking removal of allegedly defamatory and sexually suggestive videos circulating online. The Court has asked him to submit the video transcripts and directed Google and Meta to disclose details of the pages and channels that uploaded the content.
Today, On 4th July, Karnataka High Court has stayed BJP’s defamation case against Congress and DK Shivakumar over ads calling the previous Basavaraj Bommai-led government a “40% commission sarkar,” accusing it of corruption in contracts and COVID-related supplies.
Today, On 23rd June, The NHRC has taken suo motu cognizance of the brutal gang-rape of a 20-year-old girl in Gopalpur, Odisha, saying the incident may “raise a serious issue of violation of human rights,” and issued notices.
The National Commission for Women has taken suo motu cognizance of the gang-rape of a 20-year-old college student at Gopalpur beach in Odisha, demanding immediate arrests, speedy investigation, free medical aid, and psychological support for the victim.
Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) VK Saxena has given approval to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to prosecute AAP leader and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case. The sanction was granted after the ED formally requested it on December 5, 2024. The case centers on allegations of irregularities and illegal payments related to the Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22.
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.
Yesterday, On 29th September, Justice BR Gavai advocated for a new Kolhapur Bench of the Bombay High Court to enhance legal access for remote residents. Speaking at a groundbreaking for the Advocate Academy in Taloja, he underscored the role of lawyers in addressing economic disparities and promoting social justice in India.
Today, On 15th September, Arvind Kejriwal announced his resignation as Delhi Chief Minister, calling for early elections and intensifying political debate. Kejriwal’s decision, following his bail release, prompted BJP criticism and speculation about the AAP government’s future. He urged people’s support and criticized the Modi government, aiming to seek justice through public mandate.
The Delhi Court granted interim bail to businessman Amit Arora in connection with an excise duty case, considering his wife’s health and family responsibilities. The judge instructed him not to leave Delhi NCR, tamper with evidence, or engage in criminal activities. Arora’s legal team emphasized his prior compliance with legal requirements and absence of misuse of bail.
Today, on 16th May, the Enforcement Directorate filed a chargesheet against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Arvind Kejriwal over alleged irregularities in the Delhi excise policy. The case involves money laundering and marks the eighth prosecution complaint in the ongoing investigation. Kejriwal and Kavitha were granted interim bail, with the investigation also focusing on AAP’s campaign funding.
