The Delhi High Court today rejected Shashi Tharoor’s request to dismiss a criminal defamation case for comparing PM Modi to a scorpion. The court also lifted the interim order, directing the parties to appear before the trial court on September 10. Tharoor’s legal team argued that he was simply quoting someone else and that the complaint was baseless and frivolous.
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Rajeev Chandrasekhar filed a defamation case against Shashi Tharoor for alleging voter bribery during the 2024 Lok Sabha campaign. The case was filed in Delhi, but jurisdiction issues arose due to Tharoor’s MP position. The transfer petition is scheduled for August 21. Chandrasekhar also issued a legal notice demanding a retraction and apology from Tharoor.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has urged Union Health Minister JP Nadda to address concerns about NEET-PG 2024 by ensuring adequate exam centres in every state. This move aims to prevent medical aspirants from facing long travel distances and associated stress. Tharoor highlighted the challenges faced by aspirants and emphasized the need for accessible exam centres and a single test on the same date nationwide.
Singhvi is emerging as a go-to lawyer for opposition leaders facing legal challenges. He secured interim relief for Kejriwal in a money laundering case and has successfully represented other high-profile politicians, highlighting inconsistencies and lack of evidence. His growing reputation makes him a key figure for opposition parties in legal battles against investigative agencies.