The Calcutta High Court directed the Election Commission of India to shut down Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] offices near a polling station. The offices must be closed in accordance with the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) regulations 48 hours before polling. This order stemmed from a petition filed by a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) representative.
Yesterday, On 25th May, Chief Justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud, returned from an international trip in time to vote in the Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing the importance of citizen participation. His commitment to fulfilling his duty as a citizen and advocating for voter participation underscores the crucial role of every individual, including high-ranking officials, in shaping the country’s future.
Today, On 24th May, The Supreme Court criticized the Election Commission over delays and inaccuracies in its Voter Turnout App, comparing the situation to the idiom “Aa Bail Mujhe Maar,” suggesting inviting trouble unnecessarily. The court emphasized the need for transparency and caution in adopting high-stakes technological solutions in electoral processes.
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On 23rd May: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has approached the Supreme Court challenging a Calcutta High Court order that restrains it from publishing derogatory advertisements targeting the Trinamool Congress (TMC) during the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. The matter was mentioned for urgent hearing before a bench comprising Justice Bela M. Trivedi and Justice Pankaj Mithal, who agreed to consider listing the case.
The Supreme Court set to review a petition about reported voter numbers, raising concerns about potential discrepancies. The NGO Association of Democratic Reforms requested the Election Commission of India to disclose voting numbers and upload scanned copies of Form 17C. Various opposition parties are seeking transparency and accountability from the ECI. Opposition leaders highlighted significant discrepancies.
Yesterday, On 21st May, The accused in the Kanhaiya Kumar assault case bail granted by the Karkardooma Court on May 21. The incident involved an assault on the Congress leader and a woman politician. The defendant was required to provide a bail bond of Rs 25,000 and a surety bond of the same amount. The court balanced the presumption of innocence with the state’s concern for public order and investigation integrity before granting bail.
Today(on 21st May),ECI imposes 24-hour campaign ban on BJP’s Abhijit Gangopadhyay for derogatory comments against Mamata Banerjee, prohibiting campaign activities from 5 PM on May 21. Gangopadhyay, a former Calcutta High Court judge, faces repercussions for his remarks during the Lok Sabha elections.
Today(on 20th May),The Supreme Court’s Vacation Bench dismissed Sarla Srivastav’s plea to vote via postal ballot in the Lok Sabha elections due to her severe osteoarthritis and bedridden condition. The bench, headed by Justice Bela M. Trivedi, referred to discrepancies in her eligibility status according to Election Commission instructions, including age and disability categorization.
Today, on 16th May, the Enforcement Directorate filed a chargesheet against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Arvind Kejriwal over alleged irregularities in the Delhi excise policy. The case involves money laundering and marks the eighth prosecution complaint in the ongoing investigation. Kejriwal and Kavitha were granted interim bail, with the investigation also focusing on AAP’s campaign funding.
Today (17th May): The Supreme Court rejects an appeal challenging the Karnataka High Court’s order to stay proceedings against BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, accused of objectionable tweets and violating the Model Code of Conduct before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Justices questioned bypassing the High Court, leading the petitioners to withdraw the plea. Another case involves Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje.