Today, On 11th July, In the cash-for-jobs scam case involving V Senthil Balaji, the Supreme Court said, “We will not expunge anything… no question of entertaining any review.” The Court clarified the observations won’t affect the ongoing trial.
Today, On 29th July, In the ongoing cash-for-jobs case, the Supreme Court strongly criticised the Tamil Nadu government for allegedly trying to delay the trial against ex-minister Senthil Balaji by naming over 2,000 individuals as accused, calling it an abuse of judicial process.
Former TN Minister Senthil Balaji urges Supreme Court to expunge critical observations from 2022 verdict, citing threat to fair trial. Claims strong language may bias ongoing proceedings.
Today, On 28th April, The Supreme Court stated, “No occasion to entertain this application,” after being informed that DMK leader V Senthil Balaji’s resignation as Tamil Nadu Minister had been accepted by the Governor, as per a press release.
V Senthil Balaji, Tamil Nadu Minister, resigned from the Cabinet after a Supreme Court warning regarding his ongoing money laundering case. His arrest by the Enforcement Directorate related to a cash-for-jobs scam forced him to choose between his political role and freedom. His resignation highlights significant legal and political challenges in Tamil Nadu.
Today, On 9th April, DMK leader and Tamil Nadu minister V. Senthil Balaji told the Supreme Court that becoming a minister did not break any bail rules in his money laundering case. He said it is his right to hold a political post under Article 21 of the Constitution. Balaji also questioned why his bail was being challenged. He said the move seemed politically motivated.
Today, On 22nd November, the Supreme Court postponed the hearing regarding Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin’s controversial statement about “eradicating Sanatan Dharma,” rescheduling it for February 2025. The remarks have led to multiple FIRs against him and ignited significant political debate over freedom of speech and communal harmony in India.
Today(30th Sept), Tamil Nadu Minister V Senthil Balaji, released on bail from Puzhal prison, appeared in court for a money laundering case, with the next hearing scheduled for October 4. The Enforcement Directorate submitted a counter affidavit regarding Balaji’s petition for details of bank officials involved in the investigation.
NEW DELHI: Today (26th Sept) The Supreme Court today (September 26) allowed the bail plea of former Tamil Nadu Minister Senthil Balaji in the money laundering case arising out of the cash for jobs allegations.
On Wednesday(4th September),The Madras High Court dismissed former TN Minister Senthil Balaji’s plea challenging a sessions court’s refusal to discharge him in a money laundering case under PMLA. The petition was withdrawn after his counsel’s endorsement.
