The Supreme Court of India granted bail to journalist Kommineni Srinivasa Rao, condemning his arrest as a violation of fundamental rights. Former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy criticized CM Naidu for media suppression amid rising scrutiny of his governance. The ruling underscores the importance of journalistic freedom and constitutional rights.
Today, On 20th September, a petition filed in the Supreme Court alleging that the Tirupati Balaji Prasad contains animal fat, violating Hindu customs. It calls for an investigation and corrective measures. The controversy, sparked by political accusations, has involved major parties disputing the claims while emphasizing the need to protect religious sentiments and practices.
On Wednesday(21st August), YSR Congress leader Alla Ramakrishna Reddy withdrew his petitions from the Supreme Court seeking a CBI probe into the 2015 cash-for-votes scandal and the inclusion of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu as an accused.
The Delhi High Court directed news channels and social media platforms to remove content alleging extra-marital affairs against YSR Congress MP Venumbaka Vijaya Sai Reddy. The August 8 interim order by Justice Vikas Mahajan aimed to curb the spread of unverified claims and safeguard Reddy’s reputation.
Today(on 3rd June),The Supreme Court declined to order repolling in certain Chandragiri assembly constituency booths in Andhra Pradesh, stating factual inquiries were beyond its purview under Article 136. This decision has implications for electoral disputes, highlighting the judiciary’s cautious approach and respect for hierarchical judicial processes, especially in the context of electoral litigation in India.
