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AAP leader Sanjay Singh surrenders in UP court in 2001 case, gets bail
Aam Aadmi Party leader and Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Singh surrendered before a special court in connection with a 2001 street-protest case and was granted bail. The session court had dismissed their appeal, leading to a non-bailable warrant against Singh and others. He now awaits a revision petition hearing scheduled by the special court.
West Bengal failed to implement Centre's schemes to deal with crimes against women: WCD minister
Union minister Annapurna Devi has criticized the Mamata Banerjee government, alleging that the situation of women in West Bengal is “deteriorating.” The remarks came amid public outrage over the rape of a doctor in the state. Devi accused the state government of failing to implement central government schemes including fast track courts and emergency helplines to address crimes against women.
Kavitha gets bail in Delhi excise case
The SC bench ruled that Kavitha is entitled to beneficial treatment available to women under Section 45 of the PMLA. It held that courts should refrain from differentiating between an MP and a common person. The top court said courts ought to be more sensitive towards women accused under PMLA. "We find that the learned single judge (of the high court) has totally misdirected herself in applying the proviso," the bench added.
Excise case: Money generated in 'scam' used as per wishes of Arvind Kejriwal, CBI tells court
The CBI requested the court to review a charge sheet it has filed against Kejriwal and others involved. "Money has been spent according to the wishes of Kejriwal, the entire money was sent in the funds of AAP. He had promised Rs 90 lakh to be given to each candidate of each constituency and there are 40 constituencies in Goa," the CBI told the court, which reserved the order on whether to take cognisance of the charge sheet for September 3.
Congress lawyers secured bail for BRS leader K Kavitha in Delhi excise policy scam: Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar
BJP leader Bandi Sanjay Kumar alleged collusion between Congress and BRS to secure bail for BRS MLC K Kavitha in the Delhi excise policy scam, while Congress claimed a tacit understanding between BRS and BJP. The Supreme Court granted Kavitha bail after noting the investigation was complete.
Despite reminders, Bengal govt didn't improve women safety: WCD Minister Annapurna Devi
Union WCD Minister Annapurna Devi criticised the West Bengal government in a letter to CM Mamata Banerjee for delays in implementing women safety measures. Devi highlighted the state's failure to integrate key emergency helplines and activate Fast Track Special Courts for sexual assault cases, despite central government allocations. The letter expressed concerns about the lack of support for women and children in distress due to these lapses.
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AAP's Saurabh Bhardwaj accuses Delhi LG of visiting ridge forest area where illegal cutting of trees happened
AAP leader Saurabh Bhardwaj claimed Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena visited sites where trees were illegally felled and gave instructions without required permissions. The Supreme Court asked the Delhi government to explain compensation plans and outline illegal permissions granted in the past five years. The court had also initiated contempt proceedings against DDA's Vice-Chairman.
Mayawati slams SP, Congress for silence on SCs, STs sub-classification
Mayawati, BSP chief, accused the Samajwadi Party and Congress of being silent on the Supreme Court's August 1 decision on sub-classification within SC/ST reservations. She claimed their silence is anti-reservation and emphasized the need for SC/ST and OBC communities to independently fight for reservation protections and rights.
Don't agree with High Court order but have called off August 24 Maharashtra bandh, says Uddhav
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray opposed a Bombay High Court order but said the MVA had canceled its proposed Maharashtra bandh on Saturday in response to a sexual abuse case in Thane. Instead, opposition members will protest with black bands tied around their mouths across the state.
CBI request for polygraph tests on Ghosh, other docs allowed; Mamata writes to PM
A special court has granted the CBI permission to conduct polygraph tests on former RG Kar Medical College principal Sandip Ghosh and four other doctors in a case involving the alleged rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi for stricter laws to address such crimes.
Guv sends letter to Mamata after meeting murdered doctor's parents, not received by CMO: Raj Bhavan
Bose had paid a visit to the residence of the woman doctor, who was allegedly raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital earlier this month and spoke to her parents on Wednesday. The body of the post-graduate trainee was found in the seminar room of the hospital. The Kolkata Police arrested a civic volunteer in this connection the next day.
Allahabad HC reserves order on AAP MP Sanjay Singh's bail plea
The Allahabad High Court has reserved its order on Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh's bail plea related to a 2001 street protest case. Singh and five others were convicted earlier this year. Until the court's decision, Singh is not required to surrender before the Sultanpur court.
BJP govt reverses course on lateral hiring as opposition plays quota card again
The Modi government swiftly cancelled an advertisement for lateral recruitment of mid-tier bureaucrats after facing opposition criticism regarding caste quotas. Initially defending the policy, the BJP reconsidered due to potential electoral impacts. The decision reflects a strategic move aimed at managing political capital amid forthcoming state elections and concerns over reservation rights.
BSP extends support to Bharat Bandh against top court order on sub-classification of SCs
"BSP supports the Bharat Bandh because there is anger and resentment against the Supreme Court's August 1 decision regarding the sub-classification of SC/ST and the creamy layer among them due to the conspiracy against reservation by parties like BJP and Congress and their collusion to make it ineffective and eventually end it," BSP president Mayawati said in a post in Hindi on X.
Kolkata doc's rape-murder: SC orders removal of name, photos, videos of deceased
The Supreme Court mandated the removal of all identifiers of a rape-murder victim from social media. The victim, a trainee doctor from Kolkata, had her name and photos widely posted online. The court cited its earlier ruling to safeguard the identities of sexual assault victims.
AAP MP Sanjay Singh fails to appear in UP court in 2001 protest case
Sanjay Singh of Aam Aadmi Party and Anup Sanda of Samajwadi Party missed their court appearance concerning a 23-year-old case. Non-bailable warrants were issued on August 13, and a bail hearing is set for August 22. The case involves a 2001 demonstration against poor power supply, leading to their conviction earlier this year.
TMC MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy to delete post, state not to take action, lawyers tell HC
TMC MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy and the state of West Bengal have reached a settlement regarding a social media post in which Roy sought the custodial interrogation of the Kolkata police commissioner and the ex-principal of RG Kar Medical College in connection with an alleged rape and murder case. Roy's lawyer informed the Calcutta High Court that Roy has agreed to delete the post. The state's counsel assured the court that no action will be taken against Roy related to this issue. The court will pass an order on Wednesday after the deletion of the post and submission of a state report confirming no further action against Roy.
After SC setback, Delhi court extends Arvind Kejriwal's CBI custody till August 27
The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi extended Arvind Kejriwal's judicial custody until August 27 in the CBI case concerning the excise policy. Kejriwal, also AAP national convenor, had previously been denied bail by the Supreme Court. The CM was first arrested by the ED on March 21 for a money laundering case connected to the Delhi excise policy scam.
Move is politically motivated: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on facing sanction for prosecution
The Karnataka High Court instructed a trial court not to proceed with actions against CM Siddaramaiah in the MUDA scam case until the next hearing. Siddaramaiah contended the allegations were politically motivated and expressed confidence in the judicial system. The courtroom is set to reconvene on August 29.
Kolkata doctor's rape-murder: Trinamool Congress urges CBI to expedite probe
The Trinamool Congress called for the CBI to speed up its probe into the alleged rape and murder of a woman doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata. The case, initially handled by Kolkata Police, was assigned to the CBI by the Calcutta High Court. The party demands swift justice and the death penalty for the offenders.
Siddaramaiah gets temporary respite as HC restrains trial court from a decision till the next date of hearing
Karnataka High Court granted Chief Minister Siddaramaiah temporary relief in a case of alleged illegal plot allotment to his wife. The court suspended a lower court’s actions until the next hearing on August 29. The case stems from the allotment of 14 plots in Mysuru. Siddaramaiah challenged the Governor’s permission for prosecution, arguing it could disrupt state governance. Both BJP and Congress held protests, and the CM has scheduled a Congress Legislature Party meeting on August 22 to address the issue.
Sanction order would disrupt governance, cause political instability: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in writ petition before HC
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah requested the Karnataka High Court to stay the Governor’s order allowing his prosecution for alleged corruption in land allotment. The petition argued the order violated natural justice principles. State-wide protests erupted, with Congress claiming the Governor’s actions were politically driven by the BJP, aiming to destabilize the government.
"If Mamata Banerjee has any morality left, then she should resign": BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Shehzad Poonawalla has called for the resignation of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in the wake of statements made by the parents of the deceased doctor in the Kolkata RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape-death case. Poonawalla asserts that Banerjee should step down if she has any morality left, accusing her government of failing to protect daughters and seek justice.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to move HC today, Congress to hold state-wide protests
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah decided to seek legal recourse against Governor Thawarchand Gehlot’s approval for his prosecution linked to site allocations to his wife in Mysuru. Congress declared state-wide demonstrations against the governor. The governor's permission followed activist requests while delaying similar actions on other politicians. Congress alleged bias, claiming it as a BJP ploy to hinder their policies. Siddaramaiah, supported by his party, refused to resign and planned to handle the issue both politically and legally. Protests by Siddaramaiah's supporters took place to show solidarity.
UP govt didn't do fair job: Mayawati over High Court order on assistant teachers' appointment
Mayawati, the chief of the Bahujan Samaj Party, applauded the Allahabad High Court's recent decision to prepare a new selection list for 69,000 assistant teacher positions in Uttar Pradesh. She stated that the verdict highlights the state government's failure to conduct the selection process fairly. The High Court annulled the selection lists released in June 2020 and January 2022 and ordered the preparation of a new list within three months.
Court reserves order on summoning Lalu, Tejaswi Yadav in land for job PMLA case
A court in New Delhi reserved its order on summoning former officials, including Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tejaswi Yadav, in a money laundering case related to a land-for-jobs scam. The Enforcement Directorate had filed a supplementary charge sheet, presenting evidence of illegal land acquisitions by Yadav's family during his tenure as Railway Minister.
Arvind Kejriwal's fate lies with SC as top court scheduled to hear Delhi CM's bail plea in CBI case today
The Supreme Court planned to review Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea against the Delhi High Court's validation of his CBI arrest in a corruption case concerning the excise policy scam on August 14. The bail plea will also be considered. The High Court previously noted that Kejriwal's influence could silence potential witnesses.
Manish Sisodia gets bail, SC says 'trial hasn't begun yet'
The Supreme Court granted bail to former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia in the Delhi excise case. The court criticized lower courts for their reluctance to grant bail and highlighted the lengthy trial process. Sisodia, behind bars for over 17 months, was found not responsible for delaying the trial.
Manish Sisodia granted bail by Supreme Court in both CBI and ED cases
Manish Sisodia Bail News: The case pertains to the AAP leader's pleas seeking bail in the corruption and money laundering cases linked to the alleged Delhi excise policy scam. His bail plea was opposed by the CBI and the ED. Sisodia was arrested by the CBI on February 26, 2023 and has spent 17 months in jail.
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