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Supreme Court Quashes Defamation Case Against Rahul Gandhi Over Savarkar Remarks

The Supreme Court of India has cancelled a defamation case filed against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi related to his remarks about Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. A bench comprising Justices Dipankar Datta and Sheel Nagu presided over the matter. The court ruled that the case could not proceed because the required legal sanction had not been obtained before filing. The absence of this mandatory procedural step was cited as the primary ground for quashing the case.

Sukhbir Badal Stable After 90-Minute Surgery, Set to Return to Punjab

Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal underwent a 90-minute surgical procedure, after which his condition was reported as stable by doctors. Medical staff confirmed that his recovery is progressing satisfactorily following the operation. Badal is expected to be discharged from the hospital on the same day as the procedure. He is likely to be flown back to Punjab in the afternoon, according to an official statement.

Savarkar defamation case: SC quashes Lucknow Court order summoning Rahul

Delhi consumer forum orders JLR to replace Rs 1.57 cr SUV over defects and delays

A Delhi consumer commission has ruled against Jaguar Land Rover and its authorized dealer for deficiency in service. The luxury SUV, priced at Rs 1.57 crore, developed several defects shortly after purchase and was also subject to a nine-month delivery delay. The dealer was additionally held liable for failing to provide certain promised accessories. The commission directed JLR to either replace the vehicle or issue a full refund to the buyer. The automaker was also ordered to pay compensation for mental distress and legal expenses incurred by the complainant.