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Plea in Delhi HC challenges election of Chirag Paswan as Lok Sabha MP
The Delhi High Court advised that the challenge to Chirag Paswan's election from Hajipur should be made in the Patna High Court, as it lacks jurisdiction. The petitioner alleges sexual assault by Paswan and claims he did not disclose this information during his Lok Sabha nomination. The court set the hearing for August 28.
Yediyurappa, aides paid money to sexual assault victim, mother to buy their silence: chargesheet
CID chargesheet alleges former Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa sexually assaulted a minor girl, paying hush money. Yediyurappa faces POCSO Act and IPC charges. Co-accused include aides. Non-bailable arrest warrant issued, but High Court restrains CID. Victim's mother deceased, brother seeks progress in case. Yediyurappa denies allegations.
Karnataka CID files chargesheet against BJP leader BS Yediyurappa in POCSO case
After the Karnataka CID filed a chargesheet against BS Yediyurappa for alleged sexual assault, the case involved charges under various IPC Sections and the POCSO Act. Following a complaint by a woman, the case saw significant developments including a tragic event and political tensions.
Sexual assault case: MLC Suraj Revanna remanded in CID custody till July 1
A Bengaluru court remanded JD(S) MLC Suraj Revanna in CID custody until July 1 for alleged sexual abuse of a man. After being produced before the 42nd ACMM judge on Sunday, he was initially remanded in judicial custody for 14 days. The CID later sought his custody on Monday for additional investigation.
Case against Prajwal Revanna's brother Suraj Revanna over alleged sexual assault
A case has been filed against Janata Dal (Secular) MLC Suraj Revanna, son of HD Revanna, for alleged sexual assault. The complainant, a party worker, accused Suraj of assaulting him at his farmhouse on June 16. The FIR includes charges of voluntary carnal intercourse against the order of nature, wrongful confinement, and criminal intimidation. The complainant alleged threats and bribery attempts from Suraj's close aide. This follows the arrest of Suraj's brother, Prajwal Revanna, for separate sexual assault allegations during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
Prajwal Revanna sent to SIT custody till June 24
Former MP Prajwal Revanna remanded to SIT custody until June 24 by a Karnataka court in a rape and sexual harassment case.
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Former Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa to appear before CID in Pocso case
Former Karnataka chief minister and BJP leader B S Yediyurappa is set to appear before the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in Bengaluru today for an inquiry in connection with a case filed against him under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Posco) Act. Yediyurappa had previously stated that he would appear for the inquiry as scheduled, following an order from the High Court restraining the CID from arresting him. The case stems from a complaint by a woman alleging that Yediyurappa sexually assaulted her daughter on February 2, 2024, at his residence.
POCSO Case: Court issues arrest warrant against BJP leader Yediyurappa
The case arises from an FIR that the Bengaluru Police registered against the 81-year-old BJP leader on March 15 under the law based on a complaint from a woman who accused him of sexually assaulting her 17-year-old daughter. The government, later, transferred the case to the CID.
CID issues notice to BJP leader Yediyurappa in POCSO case
According to police, Yediyurappa has been booked under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offence (POCSO) Act and Section 354 A (Sexual harassment) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) based on a complaint by the mother of a 17-year-old girl who alleged that he sexually assaulted her daughter during a meeting on February two this year.
Amit Malviya sends notice to lawyer for making 'defamatory allegations'; Congress seeks probe
Amit Malviya, the head of the BJP IT department, has sent a legal notice to a Kolkata-based lawyer, Santanu Sinha, for making "false and defamatory allegations" against him. Malviya has demanded an apology and the removal of the allegedly defamatory statement. The Congress has demanded Malviya's removal from his post over allegations of "sexual exploitation" and called for an independent inquiry. Sinha, however, has stated that his Facebook post, which led to the legal notice, was not directed at anyone specific and was misconstrued.
Amit Malviya faces 'sexual exploitation' allegations from RSS member; Congress seeks his removal
The Congress demanded action against BJP IT Cell chief Amit Malviya on Monday after RSS member Shantanu Sinha alleged he engaged in sexual exploitation of women. Congress leader Supriya Shrinate called for Malviya's immediate removal, citing claims of misconduct in hotels and BJP offices in West Bengal, urging justice for the victims.
Sexual assault case: Court adjourns HD Revanna's plea, next hearing on Friday
Karnataka High Court adjourned JDS MLA HD Revanna's plea on quashing the FIR filed against him for alleged abduction of a sexual assault survivor from Mysuru district.
Woman kidnap case: SIT searching for Bhavani Revanna
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has conducted searches in the last 24 hours for Bhavani Revanna, mother of suspended JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna, in connection with a woman kidnap case. Bhavani was not present at her residence in Holenarasipura, Hassan district, and was not present at her house, 'Chennambika Nilaya'. The SIT has constituted various teams to look for Bhavani.
Karnataka obscene video case: Prajwal Revanna to be in police custody till June 6
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Karnataka obscene video scandal: Revanna Jr. arrested at Bengaluru airport
JDS Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna arrested in Bengaluru on sexual assault charges after fleeing country amidst obscene video scandal.
Prajwal Revanna lands at Bengaluru airport; taken into custody by SIT
Prajwal Revanna, who is a JD(S) MP and also accused of sexual harassment, returned to India from Munich. He is facing a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe over allegations of sexual harassment and criminal intimidation. Revanna filed an anticipatory bail plea on May 28, after the SIT arrested Naveen Gowda and Chetan.
SIT arrests two accused in connection with Prajwal Revanna's obscene video case
SIT arrests two prime accused in JD(S) suspended MP Prajwal Revanna obscene video case, involving distribution of obscene videos on pen drives.
"He should face SIT probe": Karnataka BJP President on Prajwal Revanna's video
Karnataka Home Minister addresses Prajwal Revanna's case, emphasizing the legal process and need for truth discovery.
Prajwal Revanna to appear before SIT on May 31 in sexual assault case
Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna is scheduled to appear before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) on May 31 to address allegations of sexual assault. The 33-year-old politician, who is the grandson of Janata Dal (Secular) (JD(S)) patriarch and former Prime Minister H. D. Deve Gowda, has been facing charges of multiple instances of sexually abusing women.
Will surrender before SIT on May 31: Prajwal Revanna
Grandson of former prime minister HD Deve Gowda and son of senior JDS leader HD Revanna, the sitting MP fought the April 26 Lok Sabha polls as NDA candidate. He said he left the country on April 26, as per his scheduled tour plans, and a few days later, on learning about the developments from news channels, decided to seek a week's time to appear before the investigators.
BJP alleges AAP's Balkar Singh engaged in inappropriate sexual conduct with woman seeking job; NCW calls for urgent probe
The National Commission for Women (NCW) expresses concern over allegations against Punjab MLA Balkar Singh of inappropriate sexual conduct, brought to light by BJP leader Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga. Singh, a member of AAP, allegedly engaged in misconduct during a video call with a woman seeking employment.
No official response from Centre yet on request to cancel Prajwal's passport: K'taka Minister
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara stated that the state has not yet received a response from the Centre regarding its request to cancel the diplomatic passport of Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna, who is accused of sexual abuse. He criticized the delay, questioning the status of an earlier letter from the Chief Minister. Meanwhile, the Ministry of External Affairs has issued a show-cause notice to Prajwal. The state remains committed to ensuring justice for the victims and maintaining law and order.
MEA sends show-cause notice to Prajwal Revanna asking why his diplomatic passport should not be cancelled
MEA serves show-cause notice to suspended JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna regarding sexual abuse allegations, seeking cancellation of his diplomatic passport by Karnataka government.
It is family matter, don't want to intervene: Shivakumar on Devegowda's letter to Prajwal Revanna
Prajwal Revanna is facing a probe by an SIT constituted by the Karnataka government over allegations of sexual harassment and criminal intimidation following a complaint by a woman who worked in his household.
Sexual abuse case: Kumaraswamy again appeals to Prajwal to return to India, face probe
JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy urged his nephew, MP Prajwal Revanna, facing sexual abuse charges, to return from abroad for investigation. No party differences over the allegations. A 'Blue Corner Notice' issued by Interpol. Kumaraswamy appeals for cooperation with SIT probe. He accused Congress government of politically targeting Deve Gowda family.
Karnataka: Govt writes to MEA, seeks cancellation of diplomatic passport of Revanna jr
If the MEA were to cancel Revanna Jr's diplomatic passport, it would become impossible for the MP to stay on in a foreign country and would be forced to return, Parameshwara said. He also added that the MEA would have to respond to the state's communication now.
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