A Mohali court has dismissed Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia’s bail plea in the disproportionate assets case linked to laundering of Rs 540 crore “drug money.” Prosecutor Ferry Sofat said the plea was rejected due to the ongoing probe and serious nature of offences.
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Today, On 25th November, the Supreme Court extended by four weeks the government’s deadline to decide on Balwant Singh Rajoana’s mercy plea, tied to his death sentence for assassinating former Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh. The case raises significant legal and political issues related to clemency, justice, and national security concerns over pro-Khalistan sentiment.