Today, On 20th November, Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy appeared before the CBI special court in Hyderabad in connection with the disproportionate assets case. The hearing focused on allegations of quid pro quo deals allegedly linked to his tenure.
Today, On 27th January, The Supreme Court rejected the request to transfer the corruption case against YS Jagan Mohan Reddy from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The Court noted that the High Court is already overseeing the case and has directed daily hearings at the trial court, making a transfer unnecessary. The decision emphasizes the ongoing monitoring of the case at the local level. The ruling indicates confidence in the existing judicial process.
Yesterday, On 9th December, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy filed a Rs.100 crore defamation suit against various media outlets for allegedly publishing false information linking him to the Adani Group’s indictment. The Delhi High Court has taken notice and issued summons. Reddy seeks an injunction, removal of articles, and an apology, highlighting the need for accountable journalism.
Today, On 2nd December, the Supreme Court addressed a plea against provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita. The court allowed a two-week stay on the petitioner’s arrest while directing him to seek relief from the High Court, emphasizing the need for proper legal recourse under existing laws.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court granted temporary relief to Ramakrishna Reddy, MLA of the YSR Congress Party, until June 5 in a case involving the destruction of an EVM. The court ordered the police not to arrest him and imposed conditions, including monitoring by the Election Commission. Tension in Macherla led to TDP leaders’ house arrests.
On Friday(17th May), The Supreme Court has stayed an Andhra Pradesh district court’s order that restricted YS Sharmila from commenting on the YSR Congress Party and its members regarding the killing of her uncle, Y S Vivekananda Reddy. The apex court viewed the injunction as a violation of the right to freedom of speech and expression.
Today, On 10th May, The Andhra Pradesh High Court temporarily stopped cash transfers by the ruling YSR Congress Party to government initiative recipients until after the May 13 elections. This decision follows concerns over potential influence on voters. Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy accused political opponents of seeking to obstruct welfare initiatives. The pause is aimed at ensuring a fair electoral process.