The Supreme Court of India dismissed criminal appeals filed by Bal Kumar Patel, also known as Raj Kumar, refusing to quash ongoing proceedings. The Court stressed, ‘No Withdrawal of Cases Against Lawmakers Without High Court Leave,’ upholding the requirement.
Today, On 7th April, BJP MP Jyotirmoy Singh Mahato has written a letter to the Chief Justice of India, raising concerns over attacks on the judiciary by the West Bengal Government. He praised the Supreme Court’s decision in the SSC scam case and called it a big relief for lakhs of students. Mahato strongly criticised Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for disrespecting the judiciary in public. He said, “Smt. Mamata Banerjee’s pattern of undermining judicial authority is now unmistakable.”
Today, On 24th February, The Delhi High Court urged the NIA court to quickly decide the bail plea of Abdul Rashid Sheikh, also known as Engineer Rashid, a jailed MP from Jammu and Kashmir. He is facing charges in a terror funding case. Justice Vikas Mahajan requested the Patiala House Court to handle the matter without delay.
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra’s comments about a judicial officer’s death during a Lok Sabha debate caused a stir, leading to accusations from Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and multiple adjournments of the session. Rijiju warned of parliamentary action, while opposition members defended Moitra, criticizing Rijiju’s remarks as intimidating. The Speaker will review the incident.
A lawyer filed a complaint against Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of making controversial remarks about Sikhs during a visit to the US. The lawyer claims Gandhi’s comments have hurt the sentiments of the Sikh community. The complaint has been submitted to the Home Minister, Delhi Police, and NIA, urging them to take action, claiming Gandhi’s intent to provoke communal hatred and disrupt the Indian government.
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Today, On 2nd September, The Supreme Court granted bail to Bibhav Kumar, an aide of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, in a case involving alleged assault. Justices advised ignoring social media abuse and trolling and highlighted the challenges of navigating such issues. They acknowledged facing similar trolling and emphasized the broader issue of social media abuse for public figures and institutions.
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Today, On 30th August, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar condemned Kapil Sibal’s description of violence against women as a “symptomatic malaise,” criticizing the trivialization of their suffering. The controversial remarks were made in the context of the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata. The incident has sparked national outrage and calls for fundamental workplace reforms.
Today, On 20th August, TMC MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy agreed to delete a controversial social media post calling for the CBI to interrogate the Kolkata Police Commissioner. The Calcutta High Court was assured by the state that no action would be taken against Roy. This agreement marked the end of discussions and legal considerations surrounding the issue, highlighting the delicate balance between free speech and public discourse.
Today, On 31st July, Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee challenges Enforcement Directorate’s summons in money laundering case before Supreme Court. His counsel argues lack of prescribed procedure under PMLA. The outcome could have significant implications for money laundering enforcement in India and political dynamics in West Bengal. Court extends hearing to the following day.