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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.
Rahul Gandhi, Aaditya Thackeray should apologise for remarks based on news report over EVMs: Sanjay Nirupam
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam called for apologies from Rahul Gandhi and Aaditya Thackeray for spreading misinformation about EVM tampering based on a news report. The report alleged a relative of Shiv Sena candidate used a mobile phone to tamper with an EVM, which was dismissed as false by the returning officer. Nirupam demanded accountability from opposition leaders for amplifying the misinformation and expressed concerns over doubts raised about EVM tampering.
Raveena Tandon sends defamation notice to man for 'fake' road rage video
The man had also claimed the incident took place when his mother, sister and niece were near the actor's home here
TMC's attempts to keep me out of West Bengal will not succeed: BJP leader Amit Malviya
BJP's IT cell chief Amit Malviya accused Kolkata-based lawyer Santanu Sinha of spreading slanderous allegations to keep him out of Bengal at the behest of TMC. Malviya vowed to file a criminal defamation case and challenged Mamata Banerjee to address Sandeshkhali concerns through proper channels. Sinha, a Hindu Samhati leader, stands by his post despite legal threats.
Amit Malviya to file criminal defamation case against lawyer Santanu Sinha over 'slanderous' remark
Kolkata-based lawyer Santanu Sinha, who was served a legal notice for making "false and defamatory allegations" against Malviya, on Tuesday claimed that his statements were "misinterpreted". Sinha also said he will not withdraw the post but expressed "heartfelt sorrow" if it hurt Malviya.
InGovern gets defamation notice over its report on Religare
Religare alleged that InGovern, founded by Shriram Subramanian, had published a defamatory report on its website without any verification and without studying information available in the public domain.
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SC refuses urgent hearing of Arvind Kejriwal's bail extension plea
The top court had on May 17 reserved its verdict on Kejriwal's plea against his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Kejriwal was granted interim bail by the apex court on May 10 till June 1 to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections and was asked to surrender on June.
No objection to action against grandson if he is found guilty: Deve Gowda on Prajwal Revanna's sex scandal
D(S) patriarch H D Deve Gowda has broken his silence over sexual abuse charges against his grandson and MP Prajwal Revanna, who is facing charges of sexual harassment and kidnapping. Gowda has no objection to the action taken against him if found guilty, but has refrained from commenting further as the matter is subjudice. Gowda's other son, state JD(S) chief, Kumaraswamy, has stated that it is the duty of the government to take action in accordance with the law of the land.
SC gives time to Kejriwal to settle dispute with complainant in defamation case
The Supreme Court extends stay on defamation proceedings against Arvind Kejriwal, allowing time for potential settlement discussions. Kejriwal, accused of retweeting defamatory content, seeks resolution. Parties to explore settlement possibility as counsel couldn't connect post last hearing. Matter postponed for further hearing in August. Kejriwal admits mistake, suggests apology.
Court issues another notice against Sandeep Maheshwari in the Vivek Bindra case
The origin of this legal conflict can be traced back to a video released by Maheshwari on December 11, 2023, which sparked a series of exchanges in the form of posts and videos between the two. Subsequently, in December 2023, Bindra filed a case in Faridabad.
Rajeev Chandrasekhar sends legal notice to Shashi Tharoor over 'false allegations' of bribing voters
Legal battle ensues as BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar sends a notice to Congress's Shashi Tharoor, accusing him of spreading false information and demanding a public apology for defamatory statements made in a TV interview.
EC issues notice to AAP leader Atishi Singh over claim of being approached by BJP
The Election Commission of India issued a notice to Delhi Minister and AAP leader Atishi Singh after she claimed to have been approached by BJP members, threatening arrest if she didn't join their party. The BJP also sent her a legal notice, demanding evidence for her remarks. Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva asserted they won't let her escape and accused her of lying.
'We will not let her escape': BJP sues AAP's Atishi for 'join us or go to jail' claim
The BJP has issued a legal notice to Aam Aadmi Party's Atishi after she alleged being coerced to join the BJP or face arrest. At a press briefing, Atishi claimed she was approached by a close associate of BJP, prompting the party to threaten legal action unless she substantiates her claims.
Defamation case: SC asks Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal whether he wants to give apology
During the hearing on Monday, a bench of justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta was told by the counsel appearing for complainant Vikas Sankrityayan that Kejriwal may issue an apology on public platforms like microblogging platform 'X' or Instagram.
Arvind Kejriwal apologises in SC for retweeting Dhruv Rathee's YouTube video, says 'I made a mistake'
Delhi CM Kejriwal admits fault in retweeting video allegedly defaming BJP IT Cell by YouTuber Dhruv Rathee. Supreme Court bench refrains from issuing notice on Kejriwal's plea, asking if complainant seeks resolution post-apology. Trial court directed to suspend proceedings until March 11. High Court emphasizes caution in reposting libelous content, citing defamation laws. Kejriwal maintains tweet was not intended to harm.
Defamation complaint against Tejashwi Yadav quashed by Supreme Court
The top court on January 29 had directed Yadav to file a "proper statement" withdrawing his alleged remark that "only Gujaratis can be thugs".
Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone's 'Fighter' served with legal notice over kissing scene: Check details
A legal notice has been served to the makers of the film 'Fighter', starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, by an Indian Air Force (IAF) officer, objecting to a kissing scene involving the protagonists in military attire. The officer contends that such a depiction undermines the dignity of the uniform.
Madras HC asks youtuber to pay Rs 50 lakh for trolling; Warns social media users targeting transgenders
The Madras High Court has issued a warning to YouTubers and social media writers who target and troll transgenders. YouTuber Joe Micheal Praveen has been ordered to pay Rs 50 lakh as compensation to transgender-celebrity Apsara Reddy, while Google has been exempted from a penalty. Apsara Reddy sought damages for defamatory YouTube videos and requested Google to remove them.
Defamation case: AAP leader Sanjay Singh directed to pay Rs 1 lakh in damages to former UP minister
In a defamation case against AAP leader Sanjay Singh, a court directed him to pay Rs 1 lakh in damages to former Uttar Pradesh minister Mahendra Kumar Singh. The court, proceeding ex parte as Sanjay Singh didn't respond to the notice, held him responsible for defaming Mahendra Kumar Singh during a 2021 press conference, alleging corruption in the Jal Jeevan Mission implementation. Additionally, the AAP leader was instructed to remove the defamatory content from social media platforms.
Defamation case: AAP leader Sanjay Singh directed to pay Rs 1 lakh in damages to former UP minister
Addressing a press conference in Lucknow on August 8, 2021, the AAP leader had accused Mahendra Singh, the then Jal Shakti minister of Uttar Pradesh, of indulging in corruption in the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission. Mahendra Singh subsequently filed a civil defamation suit against the AAP MP and sought Rs 21 lakh in damages.
SC stays defamation case by IAS Rohini Sindhuri against IPS D Roopa
The Supreme Court has put an interim stay on criminal defamation proceedings initiated by senior IAS officer Rohini Sindhuri against Karnataka's senior IPS officer D Roopa.
ISKCON says it sent Rs 100-crore defamation notice to Maneka Gandhi
ISKCON on Friday sent a Rs 100-crore defamation notice to BJP's Maneka Gandhi for questioning the religious organisation over its upkeep of cows in its gaushalas (cowsheds). The organisation has called her remarks "malicious accusations".
Defamation case in Singapore: SC issues notice on Subramanian Swamy's plea challenging Madras HC order
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to examine a plea by BJP leader Subramanian Swamy against an order of the Madras High Court which allowed a firm to proceed with a defamation suit against him before the Singapore High Court. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Dipankar Datta issued notice to Advantage Strategic Consulting Pvt Ltd on the appeal filed by Swamy.
SC issues notice to Gujarat govt, Purnesh Modi in Rahul Gandhi defamation case
The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to the Gujarat government in Rahul Gandhi’s Modi surname remark case. SC also issued notice to complainant & Gujarat BJP MLA Purnesh Modi on Gandhi’s plea and posted the matter for hearing on August 4. The Congress leader had challenged the Gujarat High Court’s order which declined to stay his conviction in the criminal defamation case.
Actor Urvashi Rautela serves defamation notice to journalist over fake news Tweet
On Instagram, the actor shared, "Defamation legal notice has been served by my legal team. Definitely disgruntled by indecent journalist like you for your spurious / ridiculous tweets. You're not my official spokesperson. And yes you're a very immature journalist who made me & my family extremely uncomfortable. #love #UrvashiRautela #UR1."
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