![[Breaking] BJP Moves SC Against Cal HC Order Over "Offending Ads" Against TMC](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/MicrosoftTeams-image-124.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
On 23rd May: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has approached the Supreme Court challenging a Calcutta High Court order that restrains it from publishing derogatory advertisements targeting the Trinamool Congress (TMC) during the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. The matter was mentioned for urgent hearing before a bench comprising Justice Bela M. Trivedi and Justice Pankaj Mithal, who agreed to consider listing the case.
![[EVM-VVPAT Case] SC Dismissed PIL of Sikh Chamber Over Voter Secrecy](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/MicrosoftTeams-image-85-1.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Supreme Court of India dismissed today a PIL petition from the Sikh Chamber of Commerce, citing an absence of a compelling case and reiterating their previous judgment on EVMs and VVPAT. Justices Khanna and Datta emphasized that polling officers cannot discern voters’ choices from VVPAT slips, addressing concerns about voter secrecy in Indian elections.
Today (10th May): The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has petitioned the Indian Supreme Court for transparent disclosure of voter turnout data in the ongoing Lok Sabha Elections 2024. A substantial increase in the final voter turnout figures and delays in their announcement prompted the plea, emphasizing the importance of transparent electoral processes to ensure fair elections.
![[BREAKING] Bar on Namesake Candidates: SC to Hear PIL on 3rd May](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/MicrosoftTeams-image-36.png?resize=300%2C168&ssl=1)
The Supreme Court is set to deliberate on the controversial practice of sponsoring namesake candidates in elections, following a PIL filed by Sabu Steephen. The petitioner argues that such candidates, aimed at diverting votes from genuine contenders, undermine the electoral process. It calls for the Election Commission to establish measures to eliminate this fraudulent tactic.
Today (16th April): The Supreme Court questioned the Election Commission about penalties for tampering with Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). They emphasized the need for trust in the system and rejected a plea to revert to ballot papers. Concerns were raised about human intervention and the practicality of tallying VVPAT slips with EVM votes. The Court proposed independent technical inspection of EVMs after voting.
On Monday (18th March): The Supreme Court overturned the High Court decision annulling Congress leader Mohammed Moquim’s 2019 MLA win for Barabati in Cuttack. Moquim can retain his position with restrictions, including inability to vote in assembly. The controversy arose from allegations of undisclosed criminal cases and property details during the election. The next hearing is scheduled for May 10, 2024.