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SC Grants Bail to Kejriwal Aide Bibhav Kumar in Swati Maliwal Assault Case
The top court also restrained Kumar from entering the chief minister's residence till all witnesses have been examined. Kumar allegedly assaulted Maliwal, a Rajya Sabha MP, on May 13 at Kejriwal's official residence.
Supreme Court Recommends Mediation for Omar Abdullah and Estranged Wife
The issue had cropped up before Justices Sudhanshu Dhulia and Ahsanuddin Amanullah; hence, it was said that both parties attempt mediation at the mediation centre of the apex court. "The proposition was readily agreed to by both the senior advocates, Kapil Sibal, appearing for Abdullah and Shyam Diwan for Payal.
Supreme Court Postpones Vijay Nair's Bail Hearing in Excise Policy Case
The Bench headed by Justice Hrishikesh Roy was thus compelled to defer the case as the counsel for the ED sought a week's time to file its response to the bail application moved by Nair. The Bench, which also comprised Justice SVN Batti, did appear unhappy with the delay and expressed its discontent stating that though the counsel for ED had appeared in the matter, no counter affidavit has yet been filed.
SC Schedules September 5 for Hearing CM Kejriwal’s Petitions
A bench of Surya Kant, while refusing to entertain the petition, said it will allow the adjournment as Additional Solicitor General ASG S.V. Raju sought a week's time to file reply on behalf of the CBI.
Union Cabinet Reaffirms No 'Creamy Layer' Provision in SC/ST Reservations as Per Constitution
The Cabinet, after a meeting chaired by PM Narendra Modi, took up for discussion the recent judgment of the Supreme Court on the sub-categorization of reservations for SCs and STs. "The NDA government stands firmly by the Constitution as envisioned by Dr Ambedkar," Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw tweeted.
Supreme Court Dismisses Challenge to Amritpal Singh's Lok Sabha Candidacy
The petitioner's contention, placed before the bench of Justices B.R. Gavai and K.V. Viswanathan, was based on Article 84 of the Constitution of India, laying down that only a citizen of India shall be chosen for being a Member of Parliament. The petitioner claimed that Singh had announced that he did not take oath to the Constitution of India.
Supreme Court Delays Decision on Manish Sisodia's Bail in Excise Policy Cases
The case was reviewed by Justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan, who listened to arguments from senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, representing Sisodia, and Additional Solicitor General S V Raju, who stood for the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
SC Hears Manish Sisodia's Bail Pleas: ED and CBI Reveal Rs 100 Crore Bribe Demand
Additional Solicitor General (ASG) SV Raju, representing the central agencies, informed the bench led by Justice BR Gavai that they possess substantial digital evidence supporting their claims. Raju indicated that Sisodia, who oversaw the Delhi government's excise department, and co-accused Vijay Nair were involved in receiving the kickbacks. He elaborated that Sisodia allegedly orchestrated emails and instructed interns on crafting specific types of messages to facilitate the process.
Supreme Court Upholds LG's Authority to Nominate MCD Aldermen, Challenging AAP Government
The Supreme Court pronounced its judgment on this issue after sitting over the case for almost 15 months. The order will throw light on the growing tension between the LG office and the AAP-run Delhi government. The court said the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, as amended on 1993, "unambiguously" provides for the LG to appoint such individuals to the corporation.
SC Questions Role of Kejriwal Aide in Swati Maliwal Assault, Describes Him as a 'Goon' in CM’s Residence
A bench consisting of Justices Surya Kant, Dipankar Datta, and Ujjal Bhuyan adjourned Kumar’s bail plea to the following Wednesday. The justices expressed their astonishment at the details of the incident as documented by the Delhi High Court. Kumar has appealed against the July 12 decision of the Delhi High Court, which had refused him bail, and he argues that the charges against him are unfounded. Kumar also contends that his continued detention is unnecessary since the investigation has concluded. The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Delhi government regarding his petition.
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