Today, On 18th September, Rohini Court has reserved its verdict on journalist Paranjoy Guha Thakurta’s plea to quash the gag order on Adani articles. The court will decide whether the directive restricting publication can be lifted after hearing all arguments.
Chandigarh, February 18: The Punjab and Haryana High Court instructed the Punjab government to take a decision on a representation that seeks action against illegal travel agents who are deceiving innocent people by sending them abroad through unlawful means. A bench consisting of Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Justice Harmeet Singh Grewal issued this directive while disposing of a petition filed by advocate Kanwar Pahul Singh on February 17.
Satyendar Jain, an AAP leader, filed a defamation case against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, accusing her of making harmful and baseless allegations during a TV interview, which he claims damaged his reputation. The legal dispute highlights escalating defamation lawsuits in political conflicts, reflecting the ongoing rivalry between AAP and BJP.
The Telangana High Court dismissed a petition to block the release of Pushpa 2: The Rule, claiming it could glorify illegal activities, similar to its predecessor. Justice Moushumi Bhattacharya found the allegations speculative and criticized the petitioner for wasting judicial time, imposing a penalty while confirming the film’s compliance with regulations.
The Karnataka High Court has postponed trial court proceedings against CM Siddaramaiah regarding land allocation irregularities by the MUDA. The Governor’s decision to prosecute him is being challenged, arguing lack of justification and failure to follow the State Cabinet’s dismissal of the complaint. The High Court has temporarily restrained the trial court from proceeding, emphasizing the importance of its consideration.
Today (18th March): The CBI is opposing AAP leader Manish Sisodia’s bail plea. The investigation into the Delhi excise policy implicates Sisodia as the mastermind behind an alleged conspiracy. The Supreme Court has also rejected his bail plea, citing a potential money trail of Rs 338 crore in corruption and money laundering cases.