The Supreme Court ruled that candidates who hide past convictions in their nomination forms will be disqualified from elections, stressing the importance of transparency and honesty in maintaining the integrity of India’s democratic process.
Today, On 1st October, BJP councillor Raja Iqbal Singh withdrew his contempt petition against Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi, following the Supreme Court’s recommendation to approach the High Court instead. The petition accused the mayor of disobeying a prior court order related to MCD Standing Committee elections, which were delayed beyond the required timeframe.