The Supreme Court asked the Tamil Nadu Government to give a clear undertaking that no criminal case against any current minister or MLA was dropped without completing the probe. A specific affidavit must be filed within two weeks.
In West Bengal, both the TMC and BJP urged the Election Commission to address the issue of alleged “ghost voters.” Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of adding outsiders to the voter rolls through online means ahead of the upcoming elections. Meanwhile, the BJP, which has long raised concerns about bogus voters linked to infiltration, is now highlighting the issue from a different angle. The demand for electoral transparency has intensified as both parties push for action.
Assam ended the 90-year-old tradition of granting a ‘Namaz break’ in the state assembly. AIUDF MLA Rafiqul Islam expressed disappointment, calling it a decision enforced by the ruling majority. He argued that such changes should consider all voices in a democratic setup. The move sparked political debate over religious accommodations in legislative proceedings.
Prajwal Revanna approached the Karnataka High Court seeking copies of digital evidence in the rape cases against him. He is accused in four cases of rape and sexual assault, with his bail applications for two cases and pre-arrest bail plea for the others being rejected by the High Court last year. The request for digital evidence is part of his ongoing legal battle. Revanna continues to fight the charges in the court.
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Sharad Pawar accused Ajit Pawar of misleading voters and exploiting the NCP’s ‘clock’ symbol following their party’s defeat in the Maharashtra Assembly elections. Amid political tensions and a Supreme Court hearing, the Sharad faction has requested to present evidence against Ajit’s faction, which won 41 seats compared to Sharad’s 10.
Former Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud addressed criticisms from the Shiv Sena (UBT) regarding the Supreme Court’s case selections and the MVA’s electoral losses. He defended the judiciary’s independence, emphasizing that case decisions are not for any single party to dictate. He noted significant cases pending for years require attention and asserted the court’s impartiality against political pressure.
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The Telangana High Court’s Division Bench annulled a single-judge’s ultimatum requiring the Speaker to expedite disqualification petitions against defected MLAs. The court urged the Speaker to resolve the matter reasonably, noting the prolonged delay, while emphasizing the constitutional authority of the Speaker under the Tenth Schedule regarding such petitions.
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Today, On 29th October, the Delhi High Court asked the AAP government to respond to BJP MLAs’ request for 12 pending CAG reports on issues like liquor duty. The petitioners accuse the government of withholding these documents, hampering transparency and accountability. The case will be heard on December 9, highlighting ongoing political tensions.
Today, On 14th October, the Supreme Court refused to hear a petition contesting the Lieutenant Governor’s authority to nominate five MLAs to the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, directing the petitioner to approach the High Court first. Concerns were raised about undermining the electoral mandate, but the legal challenge can continue at the High Court level.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s surprise resignation sparked criticism and speculation. His call for early elections and insistence on public endorsement have drawn both praise and skepticism. The move could reshape Delhi’s political landscape, with the BJP and Congress vying for advantage. Kejriwal’s decision may also reveal critical divisions within his own party.