Rahul Gandhi has criticized the RSS for questioning the terms “secular” and “socialist” in the Constitution’s Preamble, accusing them of favoring the Manusmriti agenda. He claims the RSS aims to undermine the rights of marginalized groups and has warned them against their intentions. The controversy follows an RSS demand for debate on these terms.
Adish C Aggarwala’s book, “Modi’s Niti Shastra: The World’s His Oyster,” examines the evolution of India’s legal framework during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tenure. It highlights significant reforms that have been pivotal in modernizing the legal system, which has received limited attention compared to other sectors impacted by Modi’s governance.
The Kerala High Court has directed a fresh notice to be sent to ex-MLA PV Anvar in an illegal phone tapping case after the previous notice was returned unclaimed. The case raises serious privacy breach concerns, prompting a CBI investigation request. Anvar’s public admission of phone tapping highlights significant legal and ethical issues.
A Pune court denied Rahul Gandhi’s request for details about Satyaki Savarkar’s maternal lineage in a defamation case linked to comments he made in London. The judge emphasized that the case focuses on alleged defamatory statements rather than family history, asserting that such information is irrelevant to the main issue at hand.
A Chaibasa court has issued a non-bailable warrant against Rahul Gandhi over a 2018 defamation case related to his remarks about Amit Shah. The court mandates his personal appearance on June 26, following previous failures to appear. Gandhi faces additional legal challenges in Sultanpur, also linked to his comments about Shah.
Karnataka High Court has granted a stay on criminal cases against Arnab Goswami and Amit Malviya, who faced accusations of falsely claiming the Congress established an office in Turkey. The court is reviewing their applications to halt the proceedings, which the Congress party alleges are aimed at undermining its reputation and public trust.
The defamation case against Rahul Gandhi in Sultanpur court was postponed due to all lawyers attending a workshop. Originally filed in 2018 by BJP leader Vijay Mishra over remarks made during an election campaign, the next hearing is scheduled for June 2, highlighting the case’s political significance.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has directed police to initiate a criminal case against BJP minister Vijay Shah following his controversial remarks about Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. His comments, perceived as offensive and communal, triggered nationwide criticism, prompting calls for accountability and reflection on the impact of leaders’ statements on national unity and security.
Mahua Moitra has filed a complaint in Delhi High Court against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey and advocate Jai Anant Dehadrai for allegedly defamatory social media posts. The Court questioned the credibility of Dubey’s claims about Moitra’s foreign accounts and ordered a review, emphasizing the need for factual evidence in public accusations.
