Today, On 3rd February, The Delhi High Court declined an urgent hearing on a PIL filed by a retired judge challenging cash-based schemes by political parties. The petition raises concerns over the impact of such schemes on fair elections. The court did not find immediate grounds for urgency. The matter will be considered in due course.
Former judges, including Justice Madan Lokur and Justice AP Shah, and journalist N Ram, have invited Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi to a public debate during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The invitation aims to promote transparency and informed decision-making. They stress the need for substantive dialogue and informed public discourse on national issues.
The Supreme Court cautioned against misrepresenting facts or prejudicing ongoing legal proceedings through social media comments, expressing concern over the misuse of social media in pending court matters. They also addressed a contempt case involving premature social media claims of victory. The Court emphasized the seriousness of parties interfering with ongoing proceedings.