Today(on 7th May),The Supreme Court will decide on interim bail for Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal during the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, allowing him to campaign while in custody for a money laundering case.
Today (3rd May): The Supreme Court is considering the possibility of granting interim bail to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal during the Lok Sabha Elections in light of his arrest by the ED. The court raised concerns regarding the timing of the arrest and potential liability under the PMLA. Kejriwal’s counsel questioned the rationale behind his arrest, emphasizing that his scheduled appearance had been known.
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The Delhi High Court passed an order on 29th April the immediate implementation of the Hybrid Courts project, recognizing the urgency in light of recent mandates for hybrid hearings and e-filing in district courts. The project aims to enhance judicial proceedings through technology integration. Directives include financial sanctions, pilot courts in each district, and submission of preliminary estimates.
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Today (30th April): The Supreme Court rejected Debasish Dhar’s plea on his nomination cancellation from Birbhum, stating that intervening would disrupt the ongoing election process. The court dismissed allegations of prejudice against the returning officer, affirming that he acted in good faith. Dhar’s resignation as an IPS officer did not imply the absence of pending dues. Consequently, the case was dismissed as withdrawn.
Sajad Lone, leader of J&K People’s Conference, believes challenging the abrogation of Article 370 in court was necessary to maintain political relevance. He also emphasizes the importance of Parliament in representing Jammu and Kashmir. Lone critiqued National Conference’s promise to restore Article 370, expressing skepticism and readiness to hold them accountable.
Today (27th April): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal responded to the ED’s affidavit in the Supreme Court, stating that no evidence connects the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to funds from the South group during the Goa election campaign. He accused the ED of misusing its power of arrest, claiming it was politically motivated. Kejriwal’s arrest by the ED is related to a money laundering investigation concerning alleged irregularities in the now-canceled Delhi excise policy for 2021–22.
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Today (26th April): The Calcutta High Court rejected an urgent plea from BJP candidate Debashis Dhar regarding the cancellation of his nomination for the Lok Sabha elections in Birbhum constituency. The court cited legal precedence and refused to entertain the petition immediately, instructing the counsel to file the plea for consideration next week.
The Supreme Court is set to announce its decision on the 100% verification of EVM-VVPAT tomorrow. This verdict holds significant implications for electoral transparency and could impact future elections in India. The ruling coincides with the second phase of Lok Sabha elections, involving 88 constituencies. The decision will be made at approximately 10:30 am.