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  • Shiv Sena MP Criticizes Presence of Fugitive Lalit Modi at Lawyer Harish Salve’s Wedding

    Shiv Sena MP Criticizes Presence of Fugitive Lalit Modi at Lawyer Harish Salve’s Wedding

    Shiv Sena (UBT) Member of Parliament Priyanka Chaturvedi took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to indirectly criticize the presence of fugitive businessman Lalit Modi at the wedding of prominent lawyer Harish Salve. Salve, a member of the ‘One Nation, One Election’ panel, recently wed his British partner Trina in London. The event garnered significant attention due to the presence of Lalit Modi, who is wanted by Indian agencies on charges of corruption and money laundering.

     

    Chaturvedi’s tweet raised questions about the association between Lalit Modi and Harish Salve, who is well-known for his high-profile legal career and has represented various clients, including the Indian government, in significant cases.

     

    In her tweet, Chaturvedi stated, “Not that I care about sarkari BJP lawyer marrying a third time & then very conveniently waxing eloquent on behalf of Modi government on uniform marriage laws, polygamy etc … but what should concern everyone is the presence of a fugitive who is escaping Indian law as an invitee and celebrating Modi government’s favorite lawyer’s wedding. Who’s helping whom? Who’s protecting whom is now not even a question anymore.”

     

    Chaturvedi’s remarks highlighted the perceived closeness between Lalit Modi and members of the legal and political fraternity. She also shared the statements of a journalist who pointed out that when a fugitive like Lalit Modi attends the wedding of a prominent lawyer like Harish Salve, questions are inevitably raised about their relationship and connections.

     

    Additionally, Sanjay Singh of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chimed in on X, questioning the association between Lalit Modi and Harish Salve, especially in light of Salve’s membership on the ‘One Nation, One Election’ panel. Singh’s tweet in Hindi raised concerns about Modi’s celebration with Salve and sought an explanation regarding their relationship.

     

    The presence of Lalit Modi at Harish Salve’s wedding has drawn attention and raised questions about the connections and associations within India’s legal and political circles.

  • SC to Hear Rahul Gandhi’s Plea on “Modi Surname” Case

    SC to Hear Rahul Gandhi’s Plea on “Modi Surname” Case

    The upcoming hearing in the Supreme Court of India regarding Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s plea to stay his conviction in a defamation case has drawn significant attention and scrutiny. The case revolves around Gandhi’s “Modi surname” remark, which sparked controversy and led to a defamation complaint against him by Gujarat BJP MLA Purnesh Ishwarbhai Modi.

     

    Rahul Gandhi, known for his vocal criticism of the ruling government and its policies, has firmly maintained his innocence in the case. In his plea before the Supreme Court, he has refused to apologize for the remark, asserting that he is not guilty of the offense and believes that the conviction is unjustifiable. Gandhi’s affidavit further alleges that there have been attempts to coerce him into rendering an apology, which he views as a “gross abuse of the judicial process.”

     

    The Gujarat High Court had previously rejected Rahul Gandhi’s request to stay his conviction, resulting in the loss of his Lok Sabha membership. Now, as he approaches the highest court in the country, all eyes are on the proceedings and the potential implications of the court’s decision.

     

    In a separate defamation case filed against Rahul Gandhi in Mumbai, he was granted interim relief by the Bombay High Court. This relief extends his exemption from appearing before a local court in Mumbai until September 26. This particular case was initiated by former Gujarat government minister Purnesh Modi in response to Gandhi’s remarks during an election rally in Karnataka in 2019, where he made a statement implying that “all thieves have Modi as the common surname,” referring to businessmen Nirav Modi and Lalit Modi.

     

    The legal proceedings against Rahul Gandhi not only underscore the complexities of defamation cases involving public figures but also raise questions about the delicate balance between freedom of speech and ensuring accountability for statements made in the public domain. As the Supreme Court takes up his plea, it is tasked with carefully considering the arguments from both sides and making a fair and impartial judgment.

     

    Given the prominence of the case and the involvement of a high-profile political leader, the court’s decision will likely have broader implications for similar cases in the future. As such, the hearing is eagerly anticipated and closely watched by legal experts, political observers, and the public alike.