Today, On 19th February, The Supreme Court bench, comprising Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh, heard petitions challenging the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023. Senior advocate Prashant Bhushan argued that removing the Chief Justice of India (CJI) from the selection panel could compromise the Election Commission’s independence. The government defended the move, stating that the new process aligns with constitutional provisions. The court adjourned the hearing, extending uncertainty over the Act’s fate.
The INDIA Bloc plans to approach the Supreme Court, alleging manipulation of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in Maharashtra’s recent assembly elections, causing significant concerns among opposition parties. As Delhi’s assembly elections approach, they strategize to ensure electoral fairness while facing losses attributed to EVM favoritism towards the ruling BJP-led coalition.
The Election Commission of India is set to implement a new protocol for the Supreme Court-mandated verification of Electronic Voting Machines used in recent elections. Candidates can request EVM verification and conduct mock polls with up to 1,400 votes. The process aims to enhance transparency and trust in the electoral process.
A Bengaluru court today denied bail to former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna in a sex tapes case, citing the addition of rape charges under Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code. Revanna, arrested on charges of rape and sexual abuse against multiple women, faces multiple sexual assault allegations, including sharing explicit videos. His father, HD Revanna, also faced similar charges recently.
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Today, On 6th June, Bengaluru court extended the Special Investigation Team (SIT) custody of Prajwal Revanna until June 10. Special Magistrate KN Shivakumar issued the order in response to a request from the SIT. The extension allows the SIT additional time to conduct their investigation. A Bengaluru court extended Janata Dal (Secular) Member of Parliament Prajwal Revanna’s custody until June 10. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) is investigating sexual abuse allegations against him. The extension allows the SIT additional time for their probe, following an initial custody period of seven days. The allegations surfaced after the circulation of over 2,900 videos depicting the sexual assault of multiple women.
Today, On 29th May, The Special Investigation Team (SIT) challenged HD Revanna’s bail in a high-profile case involving sexual abuse and kidnapping. Revanna faces serious allegations, and the SIT argues that the lower court made an error in granting bail. The case is set to be heard on May 31st by the Karnataka High Court. Additionally, Revanna has filed petitions seeking to quash the FIRs against him.
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Rahul Gandhi’s 2018 defamation case filed by BJP’s Vijay Mishra over remarks against Amit Shah is set for a court hearing on June 7 in Sultanpur, UP. The case was momentarily delayed due to Gandhi’s campaign commitments. Mishra’s lawyer expressed concern about Gandhi’s compliance while a warrant was issued against him last December.
Arvind Kejriwal, the AAP national convenor, appealed for a seven-day extension of his interim bail due to health issues during custody. He cited negligence by jail authorities for health deterioration. His plea highlighted weight loss, dizziness, high blood sugar, and potential kidney complications. Medical tests and monitoring were crucial before his surrender to prevent further health problems.
The Himachal Pradesh High Court issued a notice to Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu in response to civil defamation suits filed by Davinder Kumar and independent MLA Hoshyar Singh, seeking damages of Rs 1.05 crore over alleged derogatory remarks. The suits are part of a broader pattern involving other former Congress MLAs and an independent MLA.
