Antony Raju Appeals Evidence Tampering Conviction
Former MLA Antony Raju challenges his conviction in a 1990 evidence tampering case, citing overlooked reports and a 36-year delay. Thiruvananthapuram court sets hearing for January 24.
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Badal Seeks Disqualification of AAP MLA Atishi
Shiromani Akali Dal leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa writes to Delhi Assembly Speaker, demanding disqualification of AAP MLA Atishi for alleged derogatory remarks against Sikh Gurus.
SC's Final Warning to Telangana Speaker on BRS MLA Cases
Supreme Court grants one last opportunity to Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar to decide on disqualification petitions against BRS MLAs who joined Congress, warning of consequences.
SC Seeks Status Report on BRS MLAs Disqualification
The Supreme Court has directed the Telangana Assembly Speaker to submit a status report within two weeks regarding the disqualification of BRS MLAs, with lawyers arguing against further delays.
SC Seeks Telangana Speaker's Report on BRS MLAs
The Supreme Court has given the Telangana Assembly Speaker two weeks to submit a status report on the disqualification of BRS MLAs, amid allegations of non-compliance with court orders.
SC Stays Calcutta HC Verdict on Mukul Roy MLA Disqualification
The Supreme Court has stayed the Calcutta High Court order that disqualified Mukul Roy as an MLA for defecting to TMC. The bench led by CJI Surya Kant issued the stay on November 13, 2025.
HC Quashes Moga MCS Decision on Over-Qualified Candidate
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled that a candidate cannot be disqualified for being over-qualified, overturning Moga MCS's decision to reject a candidate's claim based on this ground.
Kerala Speaker on Mamkootathil Disqualification Process
Kerala Assembly Speaker A N Shamseer states that only MLA complaints can trigger disqualification proceedings against Mamkootathil, not private petitions.
Germany Scraps Transit Visa for Indian Passport Holders
Germany announces visa-free transit for Indians at its airports, simplifying international connections. PM Modi thanks Chancellor Merz for boosting people-to-people ties.
Kerala Speaker Seeks Legal Opinion on MLA Disqualification
Kerala Assembly Speaker consults legal experts on disqualifying Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil after his arrest in a sexual assault case. Get the latest updates on this political crisis.
Kerala MLA Disqualified in 1990 Drug Case Evidence Tampering
Kerala Assembly disqualifies LDF MLA Antony Raju after a 3-year jail sentence for tampering with evidence in a 1990 drug case involving an Australian man's underwear. Read the full story.
Congress to sue 12 Ambernath councillors for BJP defection
Congress announces legal action to disqualify 12 Ambernath councillors who joined BJP, accusing the party of 'double standards'. Read the full story for details.
Congress Seeks Disqualification of 12 Ambernath Councillors
The Maharashtra Congress seeks disqualification of 12 Ambernath councillors who joined BJP, citing anti-defection law violations. Read the full story on the political crisis.
Nagpur Poll Lapse: Ineligible Candidate Stays in Fray
A major procedural lapse in Nagpur civic polls allowed a candidate with four children to contest, violating Maharashtra's two-child norm. The oversight emerged after the objection deadline passed.
Goans Adopt 'People's Charter' to Protect Ecology, Identity
Prominent Goans in Panaji adopted a 10-point 'People's Charter' demanding strict adherence to Regional Plan 2021, repeal of TCP Act amendments, and a halt to hill cutting to prevent ecological degradation.
Mumbai BMC Polls: Key Battles in R South Ward
Mumbai's R South ward witnesses a fierce family-dominated contest in BMC elections. Congress vs Shiv Sena battle shaped by caste certificate disqualification and new women's reservation. Read more.
Kerala MLA Antony Raju Disqualified Following Conviction
Kerala MLA and former minister Antony Raju disqualified from Assembly after conviction for evidence tampering in a 1990 NDPS case. Read the full story on the political fallout.
Ex-Kerala Minister Antony Raju Disqualified as MLA
Former Kerala Transport Minister Antony Raju disqualified as MLA following his conviction in a 2013 drug seizure case. The court sentenced him to three years in prison. Read the full story.
Kerala MLA Antony Raju Loses Assembly Seat After Conviction
Kerala MLA and former minister Antony Raju disqualified from the Assembly following a conviction for evidence tampering in a 1992 drug case. The court sentenced him to three years in prison.
Ex-Minister Antony Raju Disqualified Over 2005 Case Conviction
Former Kerala minister Antony Raju faces disqualification from contesting 2026 assembly elections after a 3-year sentence in a 2005 evidence tampering case. He calls it political vendetta.
Ex-Minister Antony Raju Sentenced to 3 Years in Jail
Former Kerala transport minister Antony Raju convicted for evidence tampering in a 1990 drug case, leading to disqualification as MLA. Read the full details of the verdict and its implications.
Kerala Ruling Front MLA Convicted in 1990 Case
Kerala MLA P V Anvar convicted for tampering with evidence in a 1990 attempt to murder case. The verdict could lead to his disqualification from the assembly. Read the full details.
HC stays MCOCA conviction, allows man to contest BMC election
Bombay High Court stays 2015 MCOCA conviction of Vinod Ghogale, enabling him to contest BMC elections. The court cited his right to participate in the democratic process. Read the full details.
Court rejects plea against NCP's Dhananjay Munde
A Beed court dismissed a case filed by a woman claiming to be Dhananjay Munde's first wife, alleging concealment in his 2024 election papers. The court found no prima facie case. Read the full details.
Court dismisses case against ex-minister Dhananjay Munde
A Beed court dismissed a complaint against NCP leader Dhananjay Munde for alleged concealment in nomination papers. The court found no intent to influence election results. Read the full details.
Court dismisses case against ex-minister Dhananjay Munde
Beed court dismisses complaint against NCP's Dhananjay Munde for alleged concealment in nomination papers. The court found no intent to influence election outcome. Read the full details.
Chennai Court Convicts MDMK MLA in ₹1 Crore Cheque Bounce Case
MDMK MLA T Sadhan Thirumalai Kumar convicted in a ₹1 crore cheque bounce case, faces immediate disqualification. The court sentenced him to 2 years imprisonment. Read the full details.
MDMK MLA Convicted, Faces Disqualification in Cheque Bounce Case
Chennai court convicts MDMK MLA T Sadhan Thirumalai Kumar in a ₹1 crore cheque bounce case, sentencing him to 2 years jail. He faces immediate disqualification under RP Act. Details inside.
Congress Plans 50% Youth, Women Representation in Kerala
Kerala opposition leader V D Satheesan announces a generational shift in candidate selection for assembly polls, promising 50% representation for youth and women as per Rahul Gandhi's directive.
Court Allows Murder Accused to File Nomination in Nashik
Nashik court permits Uddhav Nimse, in judicial custody for murder, to file nomination for municipal polls. Bail hearing set for Monday. Read the full details.
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