India Observers

  Sunita Kejriwal, the wife of  Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwa l, has launched a WhatsApp campaign to support her husband, who is currently in custody of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with an excise policy-linked money-laundering case. This move comes amid political intrigue and controversy, with Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri alleging that Sunita Kejriwal has ambitions of assuming her husband’s post. Puri’s comparison of Sunita Kejriwal to Rabri Devi, who assumed the role of Bihar Chief Minister when her husband Lalu Prasad Yadav was jailed in a corruption case, has added fuel to the fire. Sunita Kejriwal has been actively addressing the media from the same platform her husband once utilized, demonstrating her unwavering dedication to his cause. However, her actions have been met with both praise and criticism, further complicating the contentious situation. Critics of Arvind Kejriwal’s leadership have come to the forefront, with Union Minister Hardee...

  The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and comprising justices Sanjiv Khanna, BR Gavai, and SVN Bhatti, has dismissed  Manish Sisodia ’s curative petition, which sought to challenge the court’s earlier decision rejecting his bail plea regarding alleged irregularities in the implementation of liquor policies. The case against Sisodia stems from allegations of involvement in irregularities related to the  liquor policy . Sisodia sought bail to navigate the legal challenges surrounding the case, but the Supreme Court’s initial refusal to grant him bail prolonged the legal battle, prompting him to pursue alternative avenues such as the curative petition. The dismissal of Sisodia’s curative petition carries significant implications not only for Sisodia but also for the broader legal landscape. It underscores the judiciary’s unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring accountability, particularly in cases involving high-profile ind...