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Paid Leave Mandated for Mumbai Employees to Boost Voter Turnout in Maharashtra Assembly Elections

In a bid to increase voter turnout during the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections on November 20, all businesses, establishments, and workplaces within the Brihanmumbai limits have been mandated to grant leave to employees for voting. This directive, issued by the Mumbai district election officer, aims to ensure that every eligible voter in the city has the opportunity to cast their vote without the concern of losing a day's pay.

Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty Spotted at Third Wave Coffee in Bengaluru

Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife, Akshata Murty, were recently spotted enjoying a coffee date at Third Wave Coffee in Bengaluru, captivating locals and igniting excitement across social media platforms. In casual attire, Sunak sported a crisp white shirt and black trousers, while Murty opted for a pastel-colored kurta, as they ordered at the counter before settling into their table. Their outing marks a rare public appearance for the couple, known for their packed schedules.

Delhi High Court Finds Lawyer in Contempt, Sentences Him to 4 Months for Comments Against Judges

In a significant judgment, the Delhi High Court sentenced a lawyer to four months’ imprisonment after finding him guilty of criminal contempt for "scandalising and lowering the dignity" of the court through derogatory remarks against judges. The court, represented by a bench of Justices Pratibha M. Singh and Amit Sharma, concluded that the lawyer's comments amounted to contempt, citing his use of "deplorable and derogatory language" directed at judicial officers, high court judges, and the court as a whole.

“AAP Leader Sanjay Singh Remanded to 5-Day ED Custody in Delhi Liquor Policy Case”

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AAP Leader Sanjay Singh Sentenced to Five Days in ED Custody in Delhi Liquor Policy Case

A Delhi court has granted the Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh for five days, a day after his arrest in connection with a money laundering case linked to the defunct liquor policy.

The ED revealed that a businessman had transferred ₹3 crore to Mr. Singh, and this amount is integral to the money trail in the Delhi liquor policy case. The basis for the ED’s submission is the statements made by Delhi businessman Dinesh Arora, an accused in the liquor policy case who has now become an approver.

The ED informed the court that digital evidence has been seized from the premises of the AAP Member of Parliament (MP) and that they intend to confront him with this evidence. They alleged that Sarvesh, an employee of Arora, delivered the money, asserting a direct link to the proceeds of the crime.

Sanjay Singh’s legal counsel argued that Arora, who has now become an approver, was previously arrested by the same ED, and Mr. Singh had not been summoned in the case before. The counsel questioned the ED’s claim that they had conducted 239 searches and asked if they intended to confront Singh with the evidence from these searches.

In response to queries about the timing of Mr. Singh’s arrest, the ED stated that Arora’s statement regarding his ₹2 crore payment to the AAP leader was recorded in August.

Regarding the accusation that the statement against Sanjay Singh was obtained due to inducement, the ED refuted this claim, asserting that Dinesh Arora had become an approver based on a judicial order and that allegations of inducement were unfounded.

Sanjay Singh vehemently denied the allegations against him, characterizing them as “lies.” He expressed his willingness to face the maximum punishment if any of the evidence proved true but maintained that this case was driven by vendetta.

The ED objected to Singh’s comments, stating that the court was not a political forum.

Sanjay Singh’s arrest comes after extensive searches at his residence. He is the second senior AAP leader to be arrested in connection with alleged irregularities in the liquor policy case, following former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia. Mr. Sisodia, who was arrested in February, is currently seeking bail in the Supreme Court.

The AAP has attributed Sanjay Singh’s arrest to the BJP’s “frustration” with the Opposition parties uniting under the INDIA bloc ahead of the 2024 general election.

The BJP has accused the AAP of engaging in “open corruption” and resorting to political tactics in response to allegations of wrongdoing.

This development underscores the ongoing legal battles and political tensions in the Indian political landscape, with both major parties making accusations and counter-accusations.

Sources By Agencies

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