Rahul Gandhi summoned to Patna in defamation case for ‘Modi surname’ remark
1 year, 11 months ago

Rahul Gandhi summoned to Patna in defamation case for ‘Modi surname’ remark

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is summoned to a court in Patna on 25 April in the defamation case filed for his ‘Modi surname’ remark. On 18 March, the MP/MLA court of Special Judicial Magistrate Aadi Dev asked Rahul Gandhi to appear before the court on 12 April, but the defense counsel sought another date on Wednesday and claimed that the entire team was busy with the Surat case. Recently, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that he is planning to lodge a defamation case against Rahul Gandhi for his tweet on Adani in which he targeted leaders who left Congress. “Whatever Rahul Gandhi has tweeted is a defamatory tweet, once Prime Minister Narendra Modi goes back from Assam, there will be a defamatory case filed against him after April 14," Sarma said at a press conference.

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BJP vs Congress amid row over DK Shivakumar's ‘changing Constitution’ remark
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6 days, 20 hours ago

BJP vs Congress amid row over DK Shivakumar's ‘changing Constitution’ remark

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka deputy chief minister and Congress leader DK Shivakumar's reported remarks about "changing the Constitution" have sparked a major row, with Union minister Kiren Rijiju demanding his sacking in the Lok Sabha on Monday. Karnataka BJP chief Vijayendra Yediyurappa termed the deputy CM's comment as "unfortunate" and said that if he had any respect for the Constitution or Dr Babasaheb …

Defamation case against V K Saxena: Court junks Medha Patkar's plea for new witness
1 week, 5 days ago

Defamation case against V K Saxena: Court junks Medha Patkar's plea for new witness

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, A Delhi court on Tuesday dismissed a plea of activist Medha Patkar to examine a new witness in her 2000 defamation case against Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena and said the judicial process couldn't be "held hostage to such tactics". Defamation case against V K Saxena: Court junks Medha Patkar's plea for new witness The Narmada Bachao …

Does Assam Congress Leader’s Post on BJP MLA Justify Arrest Under SC/ST Act?
1 week, 5 days ago

Does Assam Congress Leader’s Post on BJP MLA Justify Arrest Under SC/ST Act?

The Quint  

Raajashree Deka, who belongs to the Dalit community, alleged in her complaint to the officer-in-charge of the North Lakhimpur Police Station that Singh — in his post on X — made "false, defamatory, and humiliating statements" against her husband and her late father. "Reetam Singh falsely alleged that my husband Manab Deka is a rapist despite no legal or judicial …

Lucknow Court Imposes ₹200 Fine On LoP Rahul Gandhi Over Non-Appearance In VD Savarkar Defamation Case
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Lucknow Court Imposes ₹200 Fine On LoP Rahul Gandhi Over Non-Appearance In VD Savarkar Defamation Case

Live Law  

A Court in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow district has imposed a cost of Rs. 200 on Congress MP and LoP in Loksabha, Rahul Gandhi, over his non-appearance in a complaint case in which he has been summoned as an accused over his alleged 'derogatory' remark against Vinayak Damodar Savarkar made during his Bharat Jodo Yatra in November 2022 in Maharashtra's Akola. …

Rahul Gandhi Fined Rs 200 By UP Court For THIS Offence
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Rahul Gandhi Fined Rs 200 By UP Court For THIS Offence

ABP News  

A court in Lucknow has imposed a fine of ₹200 on Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi. This action was taken by the court of Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate as Gandhi did not appear in court during the hearing in the case arising due to his "objectionable" statement on Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. The Additional Chief Judicial …

Defamation case against Rahul Gandhi: Hearing deferred to March 6
1 month ago

Defamation case against Rahul Gandhi: Hearing deferred to March 6

The Hindu  

A special MP/MLA court on Monday adjourned the hearing in a defamation case against Leader of Opposition and Rae Bareli MP Rahul Gandhi to March 6. The case stems from the alleged objectionable remark made by Mr. Gandhi about Home Minister Amit Shah during the 2018 Karnataka Assembly elections, prompting Mr. Mishra, a local BJP politician, to file the complaint. …

Rahul Gandhi gets permanent exemption from court appearance in defamation case, files application to change nature of trial
1 month, 1 week ago

Rahul Gandhi gets permanent exemption from court appearance in defamation case, files application to change nature of trial

The Hindu  

A Pune court on Tuesday granted permanent exemption from appearance to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case filed over his alleged objectionable remarks on Hindutva ideologue V D Savarkar, citing his top-level security and the Leader of Opposition status. An application seeking permanent exemption from appearing before the special court for MP/MLA was moved by Advocate Milind Pawar, …

After bail, Rahul Gandhi exempted from court presence in Savarkar defamation case
1 month, 1 week ago

After bail, Rahul Gandhi exempted from court presence in Savarkar defamation case

India Today  

A Pune court on Tuesday granted permanent exemption from appearance to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case filed over his alleged objectionable remarks on Hindutva ideologue Veer Savarkar, citing his top-level security and the Leader of Opposition status. An application seeking permanent exemption from appearing before the special court for MP/MLA was moved by Advocate Milind Pawar, who …

Pune Court grants Rahul Gandhi permanent exemption from appearing in Savarkar defamation case
1 month, 1 week ago

Pune Court grants Rahul Gandhi permanent exemption from appearing in Savarkar defamation case

Hindustan Times  

Pune court on Tuesday granted Rahul Gandhi permanent exemption in defamation case over remarks on Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. Gandhi’s counsel had earlier moved an application before the court saying there could be a threat to Gandhi’s life especially when Pune was a hometown of Nathuram Godse and the leader’s father and grandfather were assassinated by “bad elements” of the society. …

Rahul Gandhi Moves Pune Court To Convert Defamation Case Into 'Summons Trial' To Bring Historical Facts About Savarkar Before Court
1 month, 1 week ago

Rahul Gandhi Moves Pune Court To Convert Defamation Case Into 'Summons Trial' To Bring Historical Facts About Savarkar Before Court

Live Law  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has approached a special MP/MLA court in Pune seeking to convert the 'summary trial' pending against him over his allegedly defamatory statements against late right-wing leader Vinayak Savarkar, into a 'summons trial' as his statements were based on historical facts.In an application filed through advocate Milind Pawar, Gandhi has pointed out that the complainant. Congress leader …

Rahul Gandhi Moves Pune Court To Convert Defamation Case Into 'Summons Trial' To Bring Historical Facts About Savarkar Before Court
1 month, 1 week ago

Rahul Gandhi Moves Pune Court To Convert Defamation Case Into 'Summons Trial' To Bring Historical Facts About Savarkar Before Court

Live Law  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has approached a special MP/MLA court in Pune seeking to convert the 'summary trial' pending against him over his allegedly defamatory statements against late right-wing leader Vinayak Savarkar, into a 'summons trial' as his statements were based on historical facts.In an application filed through advocate Milind Pawar, Gandhi has pointed out that the complainant. Congress leader …

Savarkar defamation case: Pune court grants permanent exemption from appearance to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi
1 month, 1 week ago

Savarkar defamation case: Pune court grants permanent exemption from appearance to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi

India TV News  

Savarkar defamation case: Pune court grants permanent exemption from appearance to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi Savarkar defamation case: Earlier, Rahul Gandhi was granted bail by a special Pune court in a criminal defamation case filed by Satyaki Savarkar, the grandnephew of Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. Savarkar defamation case: A special court in Pune on Tuesday granted permanent exemption from …

Rahul Gandhi summoned by Lucknow Court on March 24 over 2022 remarks against army
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rahul Gandhi summoned by Lucknow Court on March 24 over 2022 remarks against army

The Hindu  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has been summoned by a court here over his alleged defamatory remarks against the army in December 2022 during the Bharat Jodo Yatra. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Alok Verma fixed March 24 as the date for the next hearing in the case. Earlier, on behalf of Uday Shankar Srivastava, former director of Border Roads Organisation — …

Rahul Gandhi summoned by Lucknow court over 2022 remarks against Army
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rahul Gandhi summoned by Lucknow court over 2022 remarks against Army

India Today  

A special MP-MLA court in Lucknow has issued a summons to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in connection with a defamation case related to his remarks on the Army. The complaint was filed by Uday Shankar Srivastava, former director of the Border Roads Organisation, who alleged that Gandhi's statements during the Bharat Jodo Yatra in December 2022, were derogatory and defamed …

UP Court summons Rahul Gandhi on March 24 over alleged remarks against army
1 month, 2 weeks ago

UP Court summons Rahul Gandhi on March 24 over alleged remarks against army

India TV News  

A court in Uttar Pradesh has summoned Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in connection with defamatory remarks against the Indian Army made during the December 2022 Bharat Jodo Yatra. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Alok Verma has set March 24 as the date for the next hearing, on which Gandhi will have to personally appear. Allegations against Rahul Gandhi In the complaint, …

Court summons Rahul Gandhi on March 24 for allegedly defamatory remarks on Army
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Court summons Rahul Gandhi on March 24 for allegedly defamatory remarks on Army

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has been summoned by a Lucknow court on March 24 in connection with his allegedly defamatory remarks against the Indian Army during the Bharat Jodo Yatra in 2022, reported news agency PTI. A Lucknow court summoned Gandhi in connection with his allegedly defamatory remarks against the Indian Army Additional chief judicial magistrate Alok Verma scheduled the …

Defamation case: Complainant deposes in court against Rahul Gandhi
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Defamation case: Complainant deposes in court against Rahul Gandhi

Hindustan Times  

Special court on Tuesday heard the defamation case against Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Raebareli MP Rahul Gandhi. New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi Advocate Santosh Kumar Pandey, representing the complainant Vijay Mishra, said the cross-examination of his client by Gandhi's advocate Kashi Prasad Shukla was completed. The case is over the alleged objectionable remark made by Gandhi …

Defamation Case Against Rahul Gandhi, Cross-Examination Completed
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Defamation Case Against Rahul Gandhi, Cross-Examination Completed

Deccan Chronicle  

Sultanpur: A special court on Tuesday heard the defamation case against Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Raebareli MP Rahul Gandhi. Advocate Santosh Kumar Pandey, representing the complainant Vijay Mishra, said the cross-examination of his client by Gandhi's advocate Kashi Prasad Shukla was completed. The case is over the alleged objectionable remark made by Gandhi about Home Minister Amit …

Rahul Gandhi Booked In Odisha For 'Congress Fighting Indian State' Remark
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rahul Gandhi Booked In Odisha For 'Congress Fighting Indian State' Remark

ABP News  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was booked by Odisha's Jharsuguda police on Friday in connection with a speech he made last month, reported The Indian Express, quoting police sources. On February 7, the police registered an FIR against Gandhi based on a complaint from one Rama Hari Pujhari, a resident of Sarabhal in Jharsuguda and a local BJP functionary. During his …

FIR filed against Rahul Gandhi in Orissa for making anti-India remarks during an event
1 month, 3 weeks ago

FIR filed against Rahul Gandhi in Orissa for making anti-India remarks during an event

Op India  

An FIR was registered against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in Orissa for allegedly making anti-India remarks. The FIR, filed by a person named Ram Hari Pujari, states that Gandhi’s remarks threatened the unity and integrity of the nation. The statement was made by Rahul Gandhi on 15th January 2025 during the inauguration of the new Congress headquarters at Kotla Road, …

FIR filed against Rahul Gandhi in Odisha for making anti-India remarks during an event
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

FIR filed against Rahul Gandhi in Odisha for making anti-India remarks during an event

Op India  

An FIR was registered against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in Odisha for allegedly making anti-India remarks. The FIR, filed by a person named Ram Hari Pujari, states that Gandhi’s remarks threatened the unity and integrity of the nation. The statement was made by Rahul Gandhi on 15th January 2025 during the inauguration of the new Congress headquarters at Kotla Road, …

Delhi HC issues notice to CM Atishi on plea challenging quashing of defamation case
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi HC issues notice to CM Atishi on plea challenging quashing of defamation case

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to Chief Minister Atishi in response to a petition filed by BJP leader Praveen Shankar Kapoor, challenging a trial court decision to quash a defamation case against her. Kapoor’s petition stems from a trial court ruling that had set aside the summons issued to Atishi in a defamation complaint. Burman, …

Delhi Court Rejects BJP Leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar's Criminal Defamation Complaint Against Congress's Shashi Tharoor
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi Court Rejects BJP Leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar's Criminal Defamation Complaint Against Congress's Shashi Tharoor

Live Law  

A Delhi Court on Tuesday dismissed a criminal complaint filed by former Union Minister and BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar against Congress MP Shashi Tharoor over allegations of defamation. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Paras Dalal refused to summon Tharoor in the case and said that prima facie, no ingredients of defamation was made out. BJP leader Chandrasekhar had filed the defamation …

Delhi High Court Issues Notice On BJP Leader's Plea Against Quashing Of Summons Issued To Chief Minister Atishi In Defamation Case
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi High Court Issues Notice On BJP Leader's Plea Against Quashing Of Summons Issued To Chief Minister Atishi In Defamation Case

Live Law  

BJP leader Praveen Shankar Kapoor has moved the Delhi High Court challenging the quashing of summons issued to Chief Minister Atishi by a trial court in a defamation case filed by him. The defamation case was filed over the claims that Aam Aadmi Party leaders were approached by Bhartiya Janta Party to join them in return of crores of cash.Justice …

‘Introspect and apologise,’ Devendra Fadnavis slams Rahul Gandhi over Maharashtra election allegations
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Introspect and apologise,’ Devendra Fadnavis slams Rahul Gandhi over Maharashtra election allegations

Live Mint  

Budget Session: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis asked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to ‘introspect’ and ‘apologise’ for his manipulation allegations in the recently held assembly elections in the state. You have questioned the democratic mandate given by the people of Maharashtra to the NDA just because your party was vanquished," Fadnavis said in a post on X in response to …

Delhi HC summons Shashi Tharoor in Rajeev Chandrasekhar defamation case
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi HC summons Shashi Tharoor in Rajeev Chandrasekhar defamation case

The Hindu  

The Delhi High Court on Monday summoned Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on a defamation plea filed by BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar. In his suit, Mr. Chandrasekhar has asserted that “false and defamatory” statements were made on public forums by Mr. Tharoor during the Lok Sabha elections in April 2024 which “severely damaged his professional and personal reputation”. Mr. Chandrasekhar had …

S Jaishankar slams Rahul Gandhi over 'Trump coronation invite' claim: 'Spoke a falsehood'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

S Jaishankar slams Rahul Gandhi over 'Trump coronation invite' claim: 'Spoke a falsehood'

Hindustan Times  

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Monday refuted leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi's claim that he had visited the United States in December to get an invitation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the inauguration ceremony of Donald Trump. External affairs minister S Jaishankar and leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. What Rahul Gandhi said …

‘Rahul Gandhi's Lies Damage Nation Abroad’: EAM Jaishankar Denies Seeking Trump Invite For PM Modi
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Rahul Gandhi's Lies Damage Nation Abroad’: EAM Jaishankar Denies Seeking Trump Invite For PM Modi

ABP News  

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on Monday hit out at Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of "deliberately speaking a falsehood" regarding his visit to the United States and claims about attempts to secure an invite for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend Donald Trump’s inauguration. Taking to social media platform X, Jaishankar stated, "Leader of Opposition Rahul …

Delhi HC summons Shashi Tharoor in BJP leader Rajeev Chandrashekhar's defamation case
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi HC summons Shashi Tharoor in BJP leader Rajeev Chandrashekhar's defamation case

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi High Court on Monday issued summons to Congress leader Shashi Tharoor in a defamation suit filed by BJP leader Rajeev Chandrashekhar. In a defamation case brought by BJP politician Rajeev Chandrashekhar, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor was summoned by the Delhi High Court on Monday. The suit, which was filed over alleged false and defamatory statements made by Tharoor …

Delhi High Court Issues Summons To Congress Leader Shashi Tharoor In Defamation Suit By BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi High Court Issues Summons To Congress Leader Shashi Tharoor In Defamation Suit By BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Live Law  

The Delhi High Court on Monday issued summons to Congress leader Shashi Tharoor in a defamation suit filed against him by former Union Minister and BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar.Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav issued summons in the suit and listed the matter before the joint registrar on April 28. The Delhi High Court on Monday issued summons to Congress leader Shashi …

Jaishankar slams Rahul's 'lies', says no discussion with US on invite for PM Modi to Trump inauguration
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Jaishankar slams Rahul's 'lies', says no discussion with US on invite for PM Modi to Trump inauguration

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday dismissed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's allegation in Parliament that he had been sent to secure an invitation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend Donald Trump’s inauguration as U.S. President. India is generally represented by Special Envoys.” Jaishankar accused Gandhi of damaging India's image abroad with such statements, adding, "Rahul Gandhi's …

Court summons Shashi Tharoor in BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar defamation case
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Court summons Shashi Tharoor in BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar defamation case

India Today  

The Delhi High Court on Monday issued a summons to Congress leader Shashi Tharoor in a defamation case filed by BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar. Chandrasekhar, a former Union minister, accused Tharoor of making defamatory remarks during a TV programme ahead of the Lok Sabha polls. According to police, the case against Tharoor was registered based on a complaint lodged by …

Delhi HC summons Shashi Tharoor in BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar defamation case
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Delhi HC summons Shashi Tharoor in BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar defamation case

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Monday summoned Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on a defamation plea filed by BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar. In his suit, Chandrasekhar claimed Tharoor made false and defamatory statements at various public forums in April, 2024 that severely damaged his professional and personal reputation. Chandrasekhar has sought to restrain Tharoor from making any defamatory statements. …

Delhi HC to hear BJP leader's plea against CM Atishi in defamation case on February 3
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Delhi HC to hear BJP leader's plea against CM Atishi in defamation case on February 3

The Hindu  

The Delhi High Court will hear a BJP leader's plea challenging an order dismissing his defamation case against Chief Minister Atishi on Monday. In his plea, Praveen Shankar Kapoor said while rejecting the defamation complaint and quashing the summons issued by a magisterial court, the special judge went "beyond" the scope of his power in law. According to the complaint …

Complaint filed against Sonia Gandhi in Bihar court for remark on President
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Complaint filed against Sonia Gandhi in Bihar court for remark on President

The Hindu  

A complaint was filed against Congress leader Sonia Gandhi before a court in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district for her 'poor thing' remark on President Droupadi Murmu. Mr. Ojha also named Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra as co-accused and sought legal action against them as well. After the President's joint address …

Complaint filed against Sonia Gandhi in Bihar court over remarks on President Murmu
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Complaint filed against Sonia Gandhi in Bihar court over remarks on President Murmu

India TV News  

A complaint was filed against Congress leader Sonia Gandhi in a court in Muzaffarpur district of Bihar on Saturday over her 'poor thing' remark about President Droupadi Murmu. Muzaffarpur-based lawyer Sudhir Ojha filed the complaint, seeking the registration of an FIR against Sonia Gandhi for allegedly disrespecting the country’s highest constitutional authority. 'It's a disrespect to highest constitutional authority' After …

Rahul Gandhi slams Arvind Kejriwal, calls him 'cunning' like PM Modi
2 months ago

Rahul Gandhi slams Arvind Kejriwal, calls him 'cunning' like PM Modi

India Today  

In a stinging attack on AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi Thursday said the former Delhi chief minister "lies just like Narendra Modi" but is probably more "cunning" and "sophisticated" than the prime minister. The senior Congress leader claimed the BJP people talked about "400 paar" during the Lok Sabha elections with the intention of finishing off B …

Hearing in Rahul Gandhi defamation case deferred to February 11
2 months ago

Hearing in Rahul Gandhi defamation case deferred to February 11

The Hindu  

Proceedings in a defamation case involving Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, scheduled for Thursday, were deferred after the Congress leader's lawyer fell sick. "The delay came after Rahul Gandhi's lawyer, Kashi Prasad Shukla, submitted a medical certificate stating that he was unwell and unable to attend the court proceedings. In response, Judge Verma set the new date for the hearing," …

Allegations Of Ruling Party Misusing Investigating Agencies Part Of Freedom Of Political Speech, Not Defamation: Delhi Court
2 months ago

Allegations Of Ruling Party Misusing Investigating Agencies Part Of Freedom Of Political Speech, Not Defamation: Delhi Court

Live Law  

A Delhi Court on Tuesday observed that the allegations of political corruption, poaching of politicians or misuse of investigating agencies by the ruling dispensation against political opponents are part of freedom of political speech and won't amount to defamation per se.Special judge Vishal Gogne of Rouse Avenue Courts said that each political formation is known to project its own vision. …

Delhi Court Quashes Summons Issued To Chief Minister Atishi In Defamation Case By BJP Leader
2 months ago

Delhi Court Quashes Summons Issued To Chief Minister Atishi In Defamation Case By BJP Leader

Live Law  

A Delhi Court on Tuesday quashed the summons issued to Chief Minister Atishi in a defamation case filed by BJP leader Praveen Shankar Kapoor.The defamation case was filed over the claims that Aam Aadmi Party leaders were approached by Bhartiya Janta Party to join them in return of crores of cash.Special judge Vishal Gogne of Rouse Avenue Courts set aside …

Delhi court quashes summons to CM Atishi in defamation case
2 months ago

Delhi court quashes summons to CM Atishi in defamation case

The Hindu  

A Delhi court on Tuesday quashed the summons issued to Chief Minister Atishi in a defamation case filed by a BJP leader. Special Judge Vishal Gogne passed the order on an appeal filed by the AAP leader against an order of a Magisterial Court, which issued summons to Ms. Atishi on the complaint of Praveen Shankar Kapoor. The BJP leader …

Delhi Elections 2025: Major relief for Atishi as court allows appeal against summons in defamation case
2 months ago

Delhi Elections 2025: Major relief for Atishi as court allows appeal against summons in defamation case

Live Mint  

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court on Tuesday, January 28 allowed the appeal moved by Delhi CM Atishi against a summons issued to her in a defamation case, news agency ANI reported. It sparked a furore within the AAP, as senior leaders, including party supremo Arvind Kejriwal and his former deputy Manish Sisodia, were in jail on corruption charges linked to the …

Court relief for Atishi as defamation case by BJP leader dismissed
2 months ago

Court relief for Atishi as defamation case by BJP leader dismissed

India Today  

A Delhi court on Tuesday afternoon dismissed a BJP leader's defamation complaint against Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi, who had been summoned in connection with the case. The case was filed by BJP spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor, who alleged that the Chief Minister's statements regarding the saffron party's alleged attempts to "poach AAP MLAs" caused damage …

PM Modi to visit Bihar in February; 'Centre makes false promises in state to gain political mileage', accuses RJD
2 months ago

PM Modi to visit Bihar in February; 'Centre makes false promises in state to gain political mileage', accuses RJD

New Indian Express  

PATNA: Taking a jibe at Prime minister Narendra Modi's proposed visit to Bihar next month, main opposition Rashtriya Janata Dal said on Monday that PM Modi will once again befool people of the state by making hollow promises as assembly elections are due later this year. Leader of opposition in the Bihar assembly Tejashwi Prasad Yadav said that PM Modi …

Hathras gang rape, murder case : Acquitted accused files defamation suit against Rahul Gandhi
2 months ago

Hathras gang rape, murder case : Acquitted accused files defamation suit against Rahul Gandhi

Hindustan Times  

HT Correspondent The special judge, SC/ST Court, Hathras, had sentenced another accused, Sandeep Sisodia, to life imprisonment An accused acquitted in the Hathras gang rape and murder case of 2020 on Friday filed a criminal defamation case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in the MP/MLA court of Hathras, which fixed February 10 for the next hearing. “This is a criminal …

Rahul Gandhi defamation case: Hearing deferred again due to lawyers' strike
2 months, 1 week ago

Rahul Gandhi defamation case: Hearing deferred again due to lawyers' strike

The Hindu  

The hearing in the defamation case against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi was adjourned again due to the continuing strike of lawyers. Plaintiff Vijay Mishra's counsel Santosh Kumar Pandey said the special MP-MLA judge Shubham Verma set January 30 as the next date of hearing to complete the cross-examination in the case. Mr. Mishra, a local BJP politician, filed a defamation …

BJP MP Parvesh Verma files Rs 100 crore defamation suit against Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann
2 months, 1 week ago

BJP MP Parvesh Verma files Rs 100 crore defamation suit against Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: BJP Member of Parliament Parvesh Verma on Wednesday filed a defamation lawsuit seeking a staggering Rs 100 crore in damages against Aam Aadmi Party supremo Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The claim stems from allegations leveled by the two leaders following Verma’s statement about the misuse of government machinery in Punjab during the Delhi Vidhan …

Bihar man moves court against Rahul Gandhi over Rs 250 milk loss | Here's what happened
2 months, 1 week ago

Bihar man moves court against Rahul Gandhi over Rs 250 milk loss | Here's what happened

India TV News  

A bizarre incident has emerged from the Samastipur district of Bihar, where a person has lodged a case against Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi. The complainant alleges that a milk bucket fell and caused him financial loss due to Rahul Gandhi's statement about a 'fight against the Indian State.' A person named Mukesh …

Supreme Court Stays Criminal Proceedings Against Rahul Gandhi For Remarks Against Shah
2 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court Stays Criminal Proceedings Against Rahul Gandhi For Remarks Against Shah

ABP News  

The Supreme Court on Monday stayed trial court proceedings against Congress leader and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi in a criminal defamation case filed against him for alleged defamatory remarks against Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Gandhi has challenged the Jharkhand High Court order, which rejected his petition to quash proceedings against him in a trial court in connection with …

Rahul Gandhi defamation case: SC stays criminal proceedings over alleged remarks against Amit Shah
2 months, 1 week ago

Rahul Gandhi defamation case: SC stays criminal proceedings over alleged remarks against Amit Shah

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Monday stayed criminal defamation proceedings against Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi for his alleged remarks against Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Appearing for Mr. Gandhi, senior advocate A.M. Singhvi and advocate Prasanna S., argued that the defamation proceedings were in breach of at least seven Supreme Court judgments which have held that …

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