CONGRESS FILES COMPLAINT
Rahul Gandhi appears before Bengaluru court, granted bail in defamation case filed by BJP
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was granted bail by a special court in connection with a case filed by the BJP's Karnataka unit for issuing "defamatory" advertisements in mainstream newspapers. The advertisements accused the then BJP government of large-scale corruption during its 2019-2023 rule. The court granted bail to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar after they appeared before it in connection with the defamation case.
CISF files FIR, suspends lady constable for 'slapping' Kangana Ranaut
Another video went viral on 'X' where the CISF lady constable was seen explaining why she slapped Kangana Ranaut. "She stated that the farmers are sitting there for Rs 100. Will she go and sit there? My mother was sitting there and protesting when she gave this statement," the constable said.
UP court fixes June 7 for hearing defamation case against Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi's lawyer Kashi Prasad Shukla gave an application in the court, saying the Congress leader was busy campaigning for Lok Sabha polls and needed time to appear before the court.
TMC lodges complaint with EC against West Bengal Guv CV Ananda Bose
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has filed a complaint with the Election Commission against West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose, alleging that he used his office to canvass for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) by wearing their party symbol at an event in Kolkata. The TMC alleged that Bose's conduct was undemocratic, violating constitutional values and impairing free and fair elections in the state. The TMC pointed out that the Election Commission of India has taken action against governors who have used their offices for canvassing for political parties, such as former Governor of Himachal Pradesh Gulsher Ahmad in 1993 and then Governor of Rajasthan Kalyan Singh in 2019.
HC bars BJP from running ads against TMC, slams ECI
A single bench of Justice Sabyasachi Bhattacharyya restrained the BJP from publishing any kind of advertisements that breached the model code of conduct till June 4 or until further notice. "This court is surprised that no resolution worth the name has been arrived at regarding the said complaints to date, more so, since most of the phases of the electoral process are already over and only two phases are left and the entire election process shall be concluded by June 4," Justice Bhattacharya said in his order on a petition of the Trinamool Congress.
Kangana Ranaut shown black flags in Himachal's Lahaul and Spiti, BJP files complaint with CEO
Kangana Ranaut, BJP candidate, faced black flags and anti-Kangana slogans from Congress workers in Lahaul and Spiti over remarks on Dalai Lama and Joe Biden. Jai Ram Thakur alleged Congress workers disrupted BJP rally.
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ECI acts upon 400 of 425 major complaints over MCC violations
On Tuesday, the Election Commission of India stated that it is currently examining and considering the complaints and counter-complaints filed by the BJP and the Congress regarding purportedly divisive statements made by top star campaigners, namely PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi.
J P Nadda, Amit Malviya summoned by Bengaluru police over social media post
Bengaluru Police summons BJP President J P Nadda and IT cell head Amit Malviya for allegedly intimidating SC and ST community through a social media post. The FIR also involves BJP's Karnataka unit chief B Y Vijayendra.
Sandeshkhali: TMC to file complaint with EC against NCW chairperson Rekha Sharma
Trinamool Congress to file EC complaint against NCW's Rekha Sharma for Sandeshkhali atrocities, including unverified videos. NCW recommended President's rule in West Bengal. TMC also lodged complaints against BJP and Suvendu Adhikari.
Assam Congress X account allegedly hacked, profile name changed to 'Tesla event'
The official Twitter account of Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) was reportedly hacked, with the profile name changed to 'Tesla Event' and the profile picture to Tesla's logo. APCC has lodged a police complaint and demanded the arrest of the culprit. They assured that the account has been restored and is under review for security. The party remains resolute in its principles and determination to speak the truth.
Had lodged complaints for non-payment of dues, not rape or sexual assault: Sandeshkhali woman
Sandeshkhali video controversy: Woman disputes rape claims, cites unpaid dues. Trinamool-BJP clash escalates over unverified footage. Mamata Banerjee condemns disrespect of women. BJP's Shamik Bhattacharya dismisses planted allegations, anticipates truth revelation and police intervention.
Mamata Banerjee slams PM Modi after woman claims false Sandeshkhali case in sting video
The purported sting video surfaced on Saturday, which was posted by Trinamool in its X Handle. The veracity of the video has not been verified by The Economic Times. The video shows Gangadhar Koyal, a BJP Mandal president in Sandeshkhali-II, is seen admitting that no rape or sexual harassment had taken place in Sandeshkhali. He was also seen mentioning that women filed such complaints at the behest of LoP Suvendu Adhikari.
FIR registered against JP Nadda, Amit Malviya, and BY Vijayendra over social media post
An FIR has been filed against BJP national president JP Nadda, party's IT cell head Amit Malviya, and Karnataka unit chief BY Vijayendra for allegedly intimidating members of the SC and ST community not to vote for a particular candidate. The complaint, filed by the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee, alleges that a video posted on social media portrays the SC, ST, and OBC communities in a derogatory manner, suggesting that funds reserved for them will be usurped by Muslims.
Karnataka cops lodge FIR against BJP's Nadda, Malviya on Congress' complaint over intimidation of SC, ST members
An FIR has been filed against BJP leaders JP Nadda, BY Vijayendra, and Amit Malviya by Congress in Karnataka, alleging intimidation of SC/ST community members through a social media post. Congress claims the post aimed to create hostility and prejudice. BJP is also accused of breaching the model code by depicting Rahul Gandhi and Siddaramaiah unfavorably.
Karnataka: Complaint against BJP leaders for posting video "intimidating" SC/STs not to vote for Congress
The Karnataka Congress has filed a complaint with the Election Commission against BJP national president JP Nadda, social media in-charge Amit Malviya, and state chief BY Vijayendra for allegedly posting a video on social media aimed at intimidating members of Schedule Caste/Scheduled Tribe to not vote for Congress in the Lok Sabha polls. The party also alleged the violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) by using animated videos of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, portraying the Congress party as favoring a particular religion (Muslims) and suppressing members of SC/STs and OBC communities.
Congress files complaint with EC against BJP chief Nadda and others over alleged MCC violation
KPCC accused BJP leaders of inciting communal discord by posting a video targeting SC, ST communities. The Congress complaint to Election Commission highlighted the false propaganda during elections, urging suitable action.
BJP urges EC to take action against Congress over circulation of Amit Shah's morphed video
A BJP delegation comprising Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and the party's national media department in-charge Anil Baluni also complained against the Trinamool Congress (TMC), alleging that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led party has been using violence as a weapon, and demanded that the poll panel ensure a free and fair election in the state.
Congress files complaint against PM Modi, Goa CM Sawant for spreading "misinformation" about Viriato Fernandes
Goa Congress President Amit Patkar filed a Complaint before Chief Electoral Officer Ramesh Verma, in a three-page written letter, which said that Fernandes is a war veteran who interalia served during the Kargil war and obviously has the highest respect for the Constitution. Patkar also accused PM Modi of maliciously projecting Fernandes' speech as disrespectful towards the Constitution during a speech in Chhattisgarh.
EC issues notice to PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi days after BJP, Congress file complaints for MCC violations
The Election Commission has taken notice of alleged Moral Code of Conduct breaches by BJP's Narendra Modi and Congress' Rahul Gandhi, involving accusations of fostering religious, caste, and linguistic divisions. Both parties exchanged complaints, involving BJP's JP Nadda and Congress's Mallikarjuna Kharge. Congress filed a formal complaint against PM Modi.
Complaints against PM Modi's speech 'under ECI consideration'
Congress had filed a complaint with ECI on Monday over Modi's remarks on its manifesto that Congress party would redistribute the country's resources to "infiltrators" and "those who have many children". CPIM also took the matter to the poll panel, seeking proceedings against the PM and BJP for allegedly "inciting communal passions and hatred" and violating model code amid the ongoing elections.
CPI(M) sends complaint against PM Modi over Rajasthan speech to Delhi Police chief
In a statement, the CPI(M) said party leaders Brinda Karat and Pushpinder Singh Grewal approached the Mandir Marg SHO to lodge a complaint against PM Modi.
BJP files complaint against Congress for 'assassinating' Kangana Ranaut's character
Himachal Pradesh BJP filed a complaint against Congress and Hamirpur Youth Congress Club for negative portrayal of Kangana Ranaut. Urges Election Commission of India to take legal action over objectionable remarks and history of violations by Congress leaders.
LS polls: NCP (SP) files complaint with ECI against Ajit Pawar, BJP leaders over violation of poll code
The Nationalist Congress Party (SP) has filed a complaint with the Election Commission against Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Ajit Pawar and two BJP leaders for allegedly violating the Representation of the People's Act and poll code by promising disbursement of State finances using their official positions. The NCP, part of the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) in Maharashtra, claims the leaders have been repeatedly promising disbursement of State Finances only if their candidate is elected.
Video: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya heckled at 'meet and greet' event; Complaint filed with EC
The incident allegedly took place on April 13 during a "meet and greet" session organised by key representatives of the cooperative sector at Surya's election office. The complaint accuses individuals associated with the Congress party of forcibly entering the meeting and causing disruption.
Congress MP files complaint against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma over MCC 'violation'
Congress MP and Lok Sabha poll candidate Pradyut Bordoloi has filed a complaint against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for violating the model code of conduct by offering money to all ration cardholders during the election campaign. Bordoloi argues that such promises are unethical and an attempt to influence voters through financial inducements, compromising the integrity of the electoral process.
LS polls: NCP (SP) files complaint with ECI against Shiv Sena and BJP over star campaigners list
The Sharad Pawar camp in MVA filed a complaint against BJP and Shiv Sena for naming individuals from other parties as star campaigners, violating the Representation of the People Act. The NCP (SP) claimed Shiv Sena, led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, has published the names of various people holding high public office such as the prime minister, Union ministers, chief minister and deputy CM.
BJP files complaint against Siddaramaiah's son for derogatory remarks against PM Modi and HM Amit Shah
BJP files complaint against Yathindra Siddaramaiah for MCC violation by making derogatory remarks against PM Modi and HM Amit Shah. Election Commission urged action. Lok Sabha polls start on April 19.
BJP files complaint with EC over Rahul Gandhi's 'Shakti' remark
The BJP said that Rahul Gandhi's comments had a ‘misogynistic’ tone, and that the ‘obnoxious’ statement had “hurt the sentiments of Hindus". Addressing a public rally in Mumbai on February 17, former Congress president Rahul Gandhi said, "There is a word 'Shakti' in Hinduism. We are fighting against a Shakti".
BJP accuses Congress of violating Model Code of Conduct, files complaint with State Election Commission
The Himachal Pradesh government had issued a notification on Thursday to give Rs 1,500 monthly to women in the age group of 18 to 59 years. On March 4, the chief minister had announced that a sum of Rs 800 crore would be spent on the initiative, benefitting more than five lakh women annually.
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