The Karnataka High Court on Thursday (7th Nov) quashed a FIR against BJP President JP Nadda, ruling that his election speech did not constitute undue influence as defined by the Indian Penal Code. Justice Nagaprasanna stated that Nadda’s appeal for votes lacked any problematic content, affirming there was no evidence for the alleged offences.
A BSP candidate, Kushwaha Shivpujan Mehta, filed a legal complaint against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of disturbing communal harmony during an election rally. Sarma’s remarks about potentially naming a newly elevated district after Hindu deities sparked concerns over rising communal tensions, emphasizing the need for responsible political discourse.
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Tollywood star Allu Arjun filed a petition in the Andhra Pradesh High Court to dismiss a case stemming from a May 2024 election rally supporting former MLA Shilpa Ravichandra. Accused of violating election conduct by gathering a crowd without permission, Arjun seeks legal protection from arrest. The court will hear the case soon.
Today, 12th April, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi reaffirmed his government’s commitment to upholding the Constitution during an election rally in Rajasthan. He criticized the Opposition’s claims, emphasizing that even Babasaheb Ambedkar couldn’t revoke the Constitution. Modi accused the Congress of obstructing Ambedkar’s honors and attempting to undermine the Constitution. The BJP distanced itself from an MP’s statement about modifying the Constitution.