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.
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Yesterday, On 22nd August, The Bombay High Court initially declined to intervene in a petition challenging the legality of a bandh organized by Maha Vikas Aghadi. The court noted that existing laws and state authorities were sufficient to handle law and order issues. After hearing arguments, the court agreed to hear the matter but cautioned against political overtones in the proceedings.
Uddhav Thackeray criticized Chief Justice Chandrachud’s delay in the Shiv Sena and NCP split verdict, sarcastically predicting it would take 50-60 years. He questioned Chandrachud’s focus on foreign matters and emphasized the battle for democracy and independence. Frustration is growing within his party over the slow pace of Supreme Court hearings.
Today (8th May): The Bombay High Court dismissed petitions challenging the renaming of Aurangabad and Osmanabad as Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Dharashiv. The court ruled that the renaming notifications were not illegal and affirmed the state government’s authority to make such decisions. The government stated that the renaming did not incite religious or communal hatred, and cited previous unsuccessful attempts to change the names.
The political turmoil within the Shiv Sena has escalated to the Supreme Court, with the Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (UBT) faction, led by Uddhav Thackeray, filing a critical application. This application, lodged by Shiv Sena UBT leader Sunil Prabhu, expresses grave concerns over a recent meeting between Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar and Chief Minister Eknath […]
