The new BJP-led government in Delhi has started withdrawing multiple court cases involving disputes with the Lieutenant Governor (LG), who represents the Centre. According to sources, this move is seen as an effort to end the long-standing legal battles between the Delhi government and the LG’s office.
NEW DELHI: Today(6th Jan): A Hindu group, the Akhil Bhartiya Sant Samiti, has approached the Supreme Court to challenge the constitutional validity of the 1991 Places of Worship Act, claiming it infringes on fundamental rights and prevents communities from reclaiming religious sites. The law maintains the status quo of religious places since 1947, excluding disputes related to the Babri Masjid.
A 40-year-old Delhi businessman, Puneet Khurana, was found dead at his home in a suspected suicide amid an ongoing divorce dispute. His family alleges harassment by his wife and her family, citing a 59-minute video recording left by Puneet detailing the ordeal. Police are investigating the case, and the body has been sent for post-mortem examination. The incident mirrors a recent similar case in Bengaluru.
Pooja Khedkar, a former IAS officer, faces allegations of submitting forged disability certificates to cheat in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2022. The Delhi High Court extended her interim arrest protection until October 4, 2024, as investigations suggest a larger conspiracy. Khedkar denies the charges and was discharged from the service on September 7.
Gangster Abu Salem challenged his transfer from Taloja to Nashik Central Prison, citing life threats. Convicted for 1993 Mumbai blasts, he appealed to the Bombay High Court, highlighting security concerns, pending trials, and potential legal complications. The prison’s urgent maintenance and presence of rival gangs in other jails were also raised as issues.
The Supreme Court heard the ED’s petition challenging Tamil Nadu’s lack of cooperation in sharing FIRs for money laundering cases. This includes the Ankit Tiwari bribery case. The court proposed a judicial oversight to address conflicts between central and state agencies. It will address these cases on March 20. There are parallels with disputes in West Bengal.
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