The Supreme Court will hear multiple petitions challenging Jharkhand DGP Anurag Gupta’s appointment for alleged violation of SC guidelines. Opposition leader Babulal Marandi and others have questioned the legality of the move.
A BSP candidate, Kushwaha Shivpujan Mehta, filed a legal complaint against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of disturbing communal harmony during an election rally. Sarma’s remarks about potentially naming a newly elevated district after Hindu deities sparked concerns over rising communal tensions, emphasizing the need for responsible political discourse.
Today(on 8th May), Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Madhu Koda has approached the Delhi High Court, seeking suspension of his conviction in the coal block allocation scam case. His plea emphasizes the urgency due to the upcoming elections in Jharkhand. The court’s decision will impact his eligibility to contest. The intersection of criminal convictions and political participation is in focus.
