The Supreme Court is questioning if Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal can fulfill his official duties from jail, such as signing important files before they reach the lieutenant governor. This issue arose due to delays in processing a remission plea and could impact numerous cases. The court has requested further clarification on this matter.
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Protests are ongoing in Kolkata and nationwide against the RG Kar doctor rape-murder case. A former Raj Bhavan staffer, who had accused Bengal governor C V Ananda Bose of sexual harassment, joined the protests. She emphasized her previous lack of support and expressed satisfaction that similar issues are now receiving more attention.
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SpiceJet secures a lifeline as Carlyle, a major aircraft lessor, agrees to convert $40.2 million of dues into equity at Rs 100 per share. This strategic move is part of SpiceJet’s efforts to raise funds and address mounting payables amid ongoing financial struggles.
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Sujeet Kumar, a Rajya Sabha MP from BJD, resigned and joined BJP due to alleged corruption within his former party. This move follows Mamata Mohanta’s similar departure. Sujeet’s switch strengthens BJP’s position for the upcoming Rajya Sabha bypoll, given their significant representation in Odisha’s assembly.
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The Supreme Court has ordered the release of Bhushan Steel promoter Neeraj Singal in a money laundering case involving Rs 46,000 crore. The court found that the Enforcement Directorate failed to follow statutory procedures by not providing written grounds for his arrest. Despite serious charges, compliance with legal protocols was emphasized.
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