Today, On 28th November, Supreme Court said Maharashtra’s local body polls can go ahead despite the ongoing OBC reservation dispute. However, results in 40 municipal councils and 17 nagar panchayats will remain on hold until the Court delivers its final ruling there.
Today, On 16th September, Supreme Court slammed Maharashtra State Election Commission for delaying local body elections, saying, “Your inaction reflects incompetence.” The Court directed that all elections must be conducted by January 31, 2026, and no further extensions will be allowed. The Supreme Court heard urgent pleas regarding the delayed local body elections in Maharashtra. […]
The Calcutta High Court has temporarily halted West Bengal’s addition of 140 new Other Backward Classes (OBC) categories until July 31, 2024, amidst political and legal disputes. The court’s decision applies to all actions stemming from recent notifications, pausing benefits tied to these categories until further review and response submissions.
The Supreme Court of India has mandated the Maharashtra State Election Commission to schedule local body elections within four weeks, maintaining OBC reservation rules as they were before the 2022 report. The elections must conclude within four months, allowing for extensions only under justified circumstances, emphasizing timely governance and clarity in representation.
The Supreme Court of India urged Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Congress MP Vivek Tankha to resolve a defamation dispute amicably. Tankha’s claims against Chouhan and BJP leaders for allegedly damaging his reputation over OBC reservation accusations are currently under examination, with pending hearings scheduled for May.
Today, On 19th March, The Supreme Court extended its order exempting former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan from personal appearance in a defamation case. The case pertains to alleged defamatory remarks, and Chouhan had sought relief from mandatory court presence. The Court’s decision spares him from attending proceedings in person. This extension provides temporary legal relief while the case progresses.