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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah rejects BJP's demand for CBI probe into MUDA "scam"
The MUDA had allotted plots to Parvathi under a 50:50 ratio scheme in lieu of over three acres of her land, which the authority had acquired for developing a residential layout. The controversial scheme envisages allotting 50 per cent of developed land to the land loser in lieu of undeveloped land acquired for forming layouts.
Hathras Stampede: Petitions filed for CBI, SC-monitored probe into the incident
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Allahabad High Court demanding an inquiry by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the Hathras stampede incident which has claimed 121 lives so far, leaving 28 injured.
Hathras Stampede: FIR lodged under BNS against 'Mukhya Sewadar', other organisers of satsang
Following the disaster during a religious congregation (satsang) in Hathras which resulted in over 100 deaths, mostly women and children, and left more than 300 injured, an FIR was registered. The FIR, under sections 105, 110, 126(2), 223, and 238 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, targets Devprakash Madhukar, known as 'Mukhya Sewadar', and other organisers of the event where the tragic stampede occurred.
Delhi HC issues notice to CBI on Arvind Kejriwal's petition challenging his arrest
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal challenged his arrest by the CBI in the Excise Policy case, alleging malice. The Delhi High Court issued a notice to CBI, demanding a response within seven days and scheduling a hearing for July 17, 2024. Kejriwal claimed the arrest lacked justification and was based on pre-existing evidence.
Govt has taken right decision: H D Deve Gowda on CBI probe in NEET paper leak case
During a Rajya Sabha session marred by uproar over the NEET issue, senior JD(S) leader H D Deve Gowda appealed to the opposition to allow the House to function smoothly. Opposition members demanded a discussion on alleged NEET irregularities, raising slogans and entering the Well of the House. Gowda emphasized that the government cannot fix responsibility until the CBI probe is completed.
NEET paper leak case: Bihar Police investigation points to modus operandi, flaws in system
In NEET cases, arrests were made in Godhra and Kheda in Gujarat, Latur in Maharashtra and Patna in Bihar. Sources told ET that the place of the examination centre plays a big role in 'fixing' the system. They usually choose a city which is away from the limelight and where there could be little doubt about any malpractice. Students from West Bengal appeared for NEET in Godhra in Gujarat.
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Sunita Kejriwal attacks PM Modi following the Delhi CM's arrest, says 'dictator' should be destroyed
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's wife Sunita Kejriwal on Thursday launched a scathing attack against the centre led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi over her husband's arrest by CBI saying that she has always prayed for wisdom to everyone but now she has started praying that the dictators must be destroyed.
Aam Aadmi Party MPs to boycott President Murmu's address in Parliament
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been sent to three days' Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) remand by the Rouse Avenue Court in the Delhi Excise Policy case. Following this development, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) announced that its Members of Parliament would boycott President Droupadi Murmu's address to the joint sitting of Parliament on Thursday.
Centre orders CBI probe into alleged irregularities in NEET-UG exam
The Education Ministry has handed over the investigation into alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG 2024 exam to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). This decision follows the removal of National Testing Agency (NTA) Director General Subodh Singh amid controversy. Pradeep Singh Kharola, Chairman and Managing Director of India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), has been given additional charge of the NTA. Meanwhile, the NEET-PG exams scheduled for June 23 have been postponed by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS).
NTA panel likely to focus on lack of cadre, in-house expertise
The NTA's shift to pen-paper exams like NEET-UG has raised concerns, deviating from its online testing focus. The involvement of TCS, challenges with pen-paper exams, and the UGC-NET's transition to a paper format have impacted the testing body's operations.
Hooch tragedy echoes in Tamil Nadu Assembly for second consecutive day, govt rules out CBI probe
In the Tamil Nadu Assembly, the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy, which has resulted in 53 deaths, was a focal point for the second consecutive day. The opposition AIADMK staged a walkout over the issue, demanding a CBI inquiry. In response, the ruling DMK criticized AIADMK for politicizing the matter and emphasized the government's transparency. Law Minister S Regupathy asserted that a CBI inquiry was unnecessary, stating that the government had been forthcoming and had nothing to hide.
Police doing a good job, no need for CBI probe into Renukaswamy murder case: Home Minister Amit Shah
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara stated that there was no necessity to transfer the Renukaswamy murder case to the CBI, emphasizing that the police were conducting a thorough investigation without yielding to any pressures. Parameshwara met with the victim's family and expressed condolences over the tragic incident in Bengaluru, where Renukaswamy was tortured and killed on June 8.
Assam STF arrests Manipur resident, seizes drone batteries & cash
Assam police Special Task Force (STF) arrested Khaigoulen Kipgen from Manipur at the Sonapur Toll Gate in Guwahati, recovering suspected drone batteries, cash, and other items. The arrest is linked to intelligence suggesting a Manipur-based banned organization was procuring equipment for potential sabotage activities. Kipgen, who was traveling with two minors, had ten TB30 intelligent flight batteries, Rs 3.40 lakh in cash, shoes, and a mobile handset. The STF is investigating further, suspecting Kipgen's association with a banned militant group.
NEET-UG 2024 results: SC issues notices to Centre, NTA on plea for CBI probe
NEET-UG 2024 results: The Supreme Court of India issued notices to the central government and the National Testing Agency (NTA) regarding a plea for a CBI probe into allegations of question paper leaks and irregularities in the NEET-UG 2024 exam. Additionally, the court also issued notices to private parties regarding NTA's plea seeking the transfer of cases from various high courts to the Supreme Court to avoid multiple litigations.
PNC Infra shares tank 10% following CBI raid on company
PNC Infra Share Price: PNC Infratech's shares experienced a sharp decline of 10% to Rs 470 during Tuesday's trading session on the BSE. This drop occurred following news that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) had conducted searches at the company's corporate office and the residences of its managing director (MD) and whole-time director.
Prajwal Revanna interrogated by SIT in sexual abuse case
Suspended JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna, accused of sexually abusing several women, was arrested by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) upon his arrival from Munich at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. The 33-year-old MP was taken to the CID office for interrogation, and the SIT is considering a potency test on him.
Next procedure to bring Prajwal Revanna back will start if he doesn't turn up on May 31: Karnataka Minister
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara indicated that procedures to bring back Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna from abroad will proceed if he does not return by May 31. Prajwal, facing charges of sexually abusing several women, released a video promising to cooperate with the Special Investigation Team (SIT). Parameshwara mentioned that efforts, including a Blue Corner Notice and an arrest warrant, have been made to bring Prajwal back.
Sandeshkhali: CBI files charge sheet against suspended TMC leader Shahjahan Sheikh
The CBI has filed a charge sheet against suspended TMC leader Shahajahan Sheikh and six others for the January 5 attack on an Enforcement Directorate team in Sandeshkhali. The attack occurred during an ED raid related to a ration distribution scam in West Bengal, with Sheikh being sought for his alleged links to arrested former state food minister Jyoti Priya Mallick. Sandeshkhali, where the incident took place, has been in the news for allegations of land-grabbing and sexual abuse by Sheikh and his associates.
Delhi HC issues notice to ED on AAP leader Satyendar Jain's default bail plea
The Delhi High Court issued notice to the Enforcement Directorate on AAP leader Satyendar Kumar Jain's default bail plea in a Money Laundering Case, challenging the Rouse Avenue Court's order denying him default bail. Jain contends that the ED failed to complete the investigation within the statutory period, and filing an incomplete chargesheet violates his fundamental rights. He argues that even in a PMLA case, an accused is entitled to default bail if the investigation is not completed.
HC acquits Gurmeet Ram Rahim in Ranjit Singh's murder case
Gurmeet Ram Rahim Case: Gurmeet Ram Rahim was acquitted by the Punjab & Haryana High Court in the murder case of Ranjit Singh. The court, led by Justices Sureshwar Thakur and Lalit Batra, granted this verdict while accepting an appeal filed by the Dera chief against his conviction. Ram Rahim had been found guilty by a special CBI court in Panchkula in rape and two murder cases involving journalist Ram Chander Chhatarpati and former Dera manager Ranjit Singh.
Delhi excise policy case: ED files fresh charge sheet; names BRS leader K Kavitha as accused
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a fresh charge sheet in the Delhi excise policy case, accusing BRS leader K Kavitha of corruption and money laundering. Kavitha, daughter of former Telangana chief minister K Chandrashekar Rao, was apprehended on March 15. A prosecution complaint has been lodged under sections 45 and 44(1) of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
West Bengal SSC recruitment scam: SC pauses Calcutta High Court order cancelling 24,000 jobs, allows CBI to continue its investigation
The Supreme Court issued an interim stay on the Calcutta High Court's decision to nullify the entire panel of 2016 SSC teachers' recruitment, which affected the appointments of 24,000 teachers and staff. The court directed the CBI to continue its investigation into the West Bengal teacher recruitment scam without taking coercive actions against officials or candidates. Describing the alleged scam as a "systemic fraud," the court emphasized the importance of maintaining digitized records for the appointment of 25,753 teachers and staff.
Excise 'scam' case: Delhi court extends K Kavitha's judicial custody till May 14
A Delhi court extended the judicial custody of BRS leader K Kavitha until May 14 in a money laundering case linked to an alleged excise scam. Special judge Kaveri Baweja made the decision after Kavitha was presented before the court following the expiration of her remand. The Enforcement Directorate informed the court that the investigation was at a crucial stage and indicated that a charge sheet against Kavitha might be filed within a week.
Karnataka SIT takes senior JDS MLA HD Revanna into custody for alleged abduction of sexual assault victim
The Special Investigation Team (SIT), in response to a local court's denial of anticipatory bail to Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna and his MLA father HD Revanna in a case of alleged abduction, swiftly took HD Revanna into custody. They transported him to the CID headquarters in Bengaluru for interrogation. Meanwhile, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is anticipated to issue a blue-corner notice against Prajwal Revanna to facilitate ongoing investigations into alleged misconduct.
Karnataka sex tapes case: CBI likely to issue blue collar notice against Prajwal Revanna
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is poised to issue a blue-corner notice against Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna for his alleged involvement in misconduct towards women and dissemination of explicit videos. This notice empowers Interpol to gather information about a person's identity, whereabouts, or activities linked to a criminal inquiry.
Sandeshkhali heading towards dangerous phase: Sukanta Majumdar as CBI recovers arms from Shahjahan's stronghold
CBI recovered foreign-made arms in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal, leading to concerns raised by BJP Chief Sukanta Majumdar. He called for a thorough investigation by NIA and criticized the Trinamool Congress and the West Bengal Police.
FCRA violations: CBI to question Newsclick HR Head Amit Chakraborty in Tihar Jail on Wednesday
The CBI will question the then NewsClick HR head Amit Chakraborty in Tihar Jail in connection with its probe against the news portal for the alleged violations of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, officials said Monday. They said Chakraborty will be questioned as a "witness" on Wednesday for two hours in the afternoon about alleged investments from US-based Worldwide Media Holdings (WMH) in the company PPK NewsClick Studio Pvt.
CBI to probe crimes against women, land grabbing in Sandeshkhali: HC
A Calcutta High Court's division bench, led by Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam and Justice Hiranmay Bhattacharya, issued an order on Wednesday for a court-monitored CBI investigation into all Sandeshkhali-related cases, encompassing land grabbing, agricultural land conversion, assaults on women, and alleged rape incidents. The court will oversee the probe, with the CBI required to submit a detailed report by May 2.
How a Pune IT professional lost Rs 40 lakh from his bank account? Trouble started with a fake CBI call
A cybercriminal posing as a CBI officer orchestrated the illegal transfer of Rs 40 lakh from the bank account of a 46-year-old software engineer in Pune between March 21 and 22. A police official said the criminal engaged the victim in a prolonged video call, coercing him into sharing sensitive information and conducting financial transactions.
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