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politics1 year ago•11 min saved

"Modi Secures Third Term: Implications for India and the World"

The article critically examines the political career of Narendra Modi, highlighting his controversial rise to power, his association with the 2002 Gujarat riots, and his tenure as Prime Minister of India. It discusses Modi's use of Hindu nationalism, his alleged corruption, and his ability to maintain electoral dominance despite significant opposition. The piece also touches on the challenges faced by the Congress Party and other opposition groups in countering Modi's influence.

via UnHerd|

#bjp #gujarat-riots #hindu-nationalism

justice-and-human-rights2 years ago•2 min saved

"Bilkis Bano Finds Justice: Supreme Court Reasserts Power"

Bilkis Bano, survivor of the 2002 Gujarat riots, expressed relief and gratitude after the Supreme Court ruled that the 11 men responsible for her family's killing and her gangrape must return to jail, criticizing the Gujarat government's decision to release them for "good behaviour" as "without application of mind." She thanked the court for vindication and hope in the promise of equal justice for all women, and expressed concern about the risk to her security posed by their release.

via NDTV|

#bilkis-bano #gujarat-riots #justice

legalcourt-decision2 years ago•2 min saved

Supreme Court Reverses Early Release for Bilkis Bano Case Convicts

The Supreme Court is set to announce its decision on the release of 11 convicts who raped Bilkis Bano and killed her family during the 2002 Gujarat riots, challenging the Gujarat government's decision to release them in 2022. The convicts were released using an obsolete law, sparking widespread condemnation. Bilkis Bano was not informed about the release, and some of the released convicts were seen receiving a hero's welcome. The court had reserved its verdict after a hearing and questioned the government's decision, while petitions were filed against the release by various individuals and political figures.

via NDTV|

#bilkis-bano #convicts-release #gujarat-riots

legalcourt2 years ago•1 min saved

"Supreme Court Reverses Release of Bilkis Bano Convicts: BJP MLA's Role Questioned"

The Supreme Court is set to announce its decision on the release of 11 convicts involved in the gang-rape of Bilkis Bano and the killing of 14 members of her family during the 2002 Gujarat communal riots. The convicts had been granted remission by the Gujarat government, a decision challenged by Bilkis and other petitioners. The court had questioned the selective implementation of the remission policy and heard arguments from all parties, including the convicts who pleaded for a chance to reform. Bilkis and other petitioners argued against the leniency, emphasizing the heinous nature of the crime.

via IndiaTimes|

#bilkis-bano-case #convicts-release #gujarat-riots

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

BBC summoned to Indian court over Modi documentary defamation case

The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to the BBC seeking its response in a defamation case over a documentary on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi that questioned his leadership during the 2002 Gujarat riots. The suit was filed on the basis that the documentary "casts a slur on the reputation of the country" and "makes false and defamatory imputations and insinuations" against its prime minister, judiciary, and criminal justice system. The court sought a response from the broadcaster by Sept. 25.

via Reuters India|

#bbc #defamation-case #delhi-high-court

legal2 years ago•1 min saved

BBC summoned to Delhi High Court over Modi documentary defamation suit.

The BBC has been sued for defamation by a Gujarat-based NGO for its controversial documentary on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, titled 'India: The Modi Question'. The NGO has filed a case against the media house for its alleged casteist slur and defamation of PM Modi, the judiciary, and the people of India, seeking damages worth Rs 10,000 crores. The documentary is based on the Gujarat riots in 2002, and the case has been listed for further consideration on September 25.

via Republic World|

#bbc #defamation #gujarat-riots