Today, On 17th October, the Supreme Court postponed the hearing on petitions challenging the Patna High Court’s ruling that upheld Bihar’s caste-based survey legality. The hearing will now occur on November 7, 2024. The survey aims to collect socio-economic data to support targeted welfare schemes in the state.
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Rajeev Chandrasekhar filed a defamation case against Shashi Tharoor for alleging voter bribery during the 2024 Lok Sabha campaign. The case was filed in Delhi, but jurisdiction issues arose due to Tharoor’s MP position. The transfer petition is scheduled for August 21. Chandrasekhar also issued a legal notice demanding a retraction and apology from Tharoor.
Today, On 19th July, A first-year law student in Prayagraj arrested for threatening to bomb Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The student admitted to posting the threat on a microblogging platform to gain fame, inspired by YouTube videos. He was swiftly detained, and legal proceedings are underway, sparking discussions on security and public figure safety.
Two renowned Supreme Court lawyers, Bansuri Swaraj and Haris Beeran, have become Members of Parliament. Swaraj won from the New Delhi constituency for the BJP in the Lok Sabha, while Beeran was appointed to the Rajya Sabha by the IUML, hailing from Aluva with a strong academic and legal background. Their election represents the fusion of legal expertise and political leadership.
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Today, On 3rd June, The Enforcement Directorate (ED) alleged that K Kavitha, a Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader, paid Rs 292 crore in bribes to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders regarding the Delhi liquor policy. Kavitha is accused of destroying evidence and is in custody. The case underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in Indian politics.
On Wednesday(22nd May),PM Modi criticizes opposition parties for rampant appeasement politics following the Calcutta High Court’s annulment of OBC status in West Bengal since 2010, highlighting the court’s rebuke to the INDI alliance for allegedly distributing OBC status to the Muslim community for electoral gains.
New Delhi: Today( 22nd April): The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi is yet to decide on the bail plea of K Kavitha, a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Rashtra Samithi (BRS), linked to a CBI case involving the Excise Policy. Allegations state that the ruling party aims to tarnish her and her father’s reputation for political gain in the upcoming 2024 general elections. Kavitha was arrested in connection with an alleged liquor policy scam and is facing allegations of irregularities in the modification of the excise policy. The investigating agencies aim to establish a broader conspiracy related to the formulation and execution of the Excise Policy, and they claim that the alleged actions resulted in a loss of Rs 144.36 crore to the exchequer.
Today(on 23rd March), A Delhi court has extended the Enforcement Directorate’s custody of BRS leader K. Kavitha by three days in connection with the Delhi excise policy case. The court upheld the ED’s request for the custody extension and set March 26 as the new deadline. Kavitha’s legal team has submitted a bail application, but the ED has objected, citing the ongoing investigation. Kavitha denies any wrongdoing and alleges political motives in the case.
Today (22nd March): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for the liquor policy case and will appear before a special court. The arrest sparked political controversy, with AAP supporters calling it a BJP conspiracy and BJP defending it as a consequence of alleged corruption. Other opposition parties accused the BJP of using government agencies for vendetta politics.
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.