NBA leader Medha Patkar withdrew her plea in the Supreme Court against Delhi LG V K Saxena in a 25-year-old defamation case. The court said the matter needed closure and refused relief on her request to examine more witnesses.
Today, On 7th April, Social activist Medha Patkar has approached to the Delhi High Court to fight against a defamation case decision. She was earlier found guilty for saying wrong things about someone. Now, she wants the court to cancel that decision. The court will hear her side and decide what to do next.
Delhi Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena received relief in a defamation case filed by activist Medha Patkar. The case dates back 24 years to when Saxena was active in Gujarat, before taking charge in Delhi. In 2003, the Supreme Court transferred the case to Saket Court in Delhi. The legal battle has been ongoing since then.
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Delhi Court today sentenced activist Medha Patkar to five months in jail in a defamation case by LG VK Saxena, suspended for 30 days considering her age and health. She was also fined Rs 10 lakh. The case dates back to 2000 when Saxena criticized her Narmada Bachao Andolan. Patkar accused Saxena of unethical financial dealings.
Today, On 24th May, Medha Patkar convicted in a defamation case filed by VK Saxena for making defamatory statements. The ruling holds legal implications, as she faces up to two years in jail or a fine. This marks a significant development in their long-standing legal dispute. Additionally, Patkar faces charges of fraud in a separate case.