Today, On 13th May, a Delhi court granted bail to Arun Kumar Bereddy, accused in the Amit Shah doctored video case. Bereddy, accused of operating a social media account and sharing a manipulated video, cooperated with the investigation. The court acknowledged his minimal involvement and imposed strict bail conditions. The case has drawn significant public and media interest.
The Hyderabad Consumer Commission ruled in favor of Ravi Gupta, directing Singapore Airlines to compensate Rs 2 lakh for malfunctioning recliner seats experienced during his flight to Australia. The commission ordered a refund of Rs 48,750 each, with an additional Rs 1 lakh for distress, and Rs 10,000 for legal costs, emphasizing airline accountability for service standards in business class.
Today (22nd April): The Supreme Court has sought the response of West Bengal Governor, CV Ananda Bose, in connection with a PIL alleging inaction in assenting to bills passed by the State Assembly. The Court has instructed governors to promptly clear bills as per constitutional obligation. Similar pleas have been filed by other states, including Telangana, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.
K Kavitha, a leader of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi, is facing allegations from the CBI for pressuring Aurobindo Pharma’s promoter, Sharath Chandra Reddy, in the Delhi excise policy case. She allegedly demanded Rs.25 crore for Aam Aadmi Party in exchange for favorable treatment, leading to her remand to CBI custody until April 15. The case involves coercion, manipulation, and financial transactions.
Today(on 11th April), BRS leader K Kavitha was arrested by the CBI in Tihar Jail over alleged involvement in a Delhi liquor policy money-laundering scheme. The arrest comes after her previous remand, which began on March 15th. Kavitha faces accusations of being a key player in a scheme that allegedly provided kickbacks to the ruling Aam Aadmi Party in Delhi. Her custody has been extended until April 23rd, and her bail pleas have been rejected.
Today (5th April): The Supreme Court rejected a PIL seeking a cooling-off period for former government servants entering politics. Justices Kant and Mehta expressed reluctance to grant the relief during the hearing. The petitioner, Andhra Pradesh Congress leader GV Harsha Kumar, highlighted unethical practices in the electoral process. The court’s decision means existing rules remain unchanged.
The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy regarding a plea to transfer the 2015 cash for vote scandal trial out of Telangana due to concerns about fairness. The urgency of the matter has been emphasized, given Reddy’s powerful position. The outcome may set a precedent for handling cases involving high-profile politicians in India.