Rebel TMC MPs have merged with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) to avoid disqualification under the anti-defection law. Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, a TMC MP, was elected president of NCPI, which has now become a significant player in the Lok Sabha.
The Supreme Court dismissed Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan's plea challenging the rejection of her Rajya Sabha nomination from Madhya Pradesh, citing a settled principle that election disputes cannot be entertained after the poll process begins.
One Nation Senator Tyron Whitten may have breached Section 44 of the Australian Constitution due to his family company's contracts with Snowy Hydro. Constitutional expert Prof Anne Twomey suggests a potential disqualification, referencing precedent from the Bob Day case, though Whitten's argument for eligibility is considered strong.
Financier Lex Greensill has been banned from running UK companies for nine years following the 2021 collapse of his supply chain firm. The Insolvency Service cited his unfitness due to breaches of duty causing significant losses to Credit Suisse.
The Supreme Court ruled that individuals with qualifications exceeding the maximum prescribed for a job can be disqualified. The court stated that this policy ensures employment opportunities for those with lower educational attainment, preventing them from competing against highly qualified candidates.
AIADMK MLA P Balakrishna Reddy supports Edappadi K Palaniswami amid party crisis; 4 MLAs resign in 2 days, reducing party strength to 43 in 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly.
A legislative proposal by Taiwan's TPP party to amend the "Public Officials Election and Recall Act" to allow candidates with alternative sentencing like fines or community service to run for office has drawn sharp criticism. Critics argue it's tailored for Hsinchu Mayor Kao Hung-an's defamation case and undermines Taiwan's democracy by enabling individuals involved in illegal acts to continue participating in politics.
Delhi High Court criticized the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) for calling Vinesh Phogat's potential Olympic disqualification a "national shame." The court will ensure her participation in Asian Games trials, questioning WFI's "retrograde" selection policy, especially concerning new mothers.
AMMK chief TTV Dhinakaran announced MLA S Kamaraj will face disqualification for supporting the ruling TVK government during a floor test. Dhinakaran accused Kamaraj of betrayal and stated that TVK's acceptance of his support is legally questionable, calling it 'horse-trading'.
Karnataka Legislative Assembly has disqualified Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni following his conviction and life sentence for the 2016 murder of BJP leader Yogeshgouda Goudar. The disqualification is effective from April 15, 2026.
Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Sanjay Singh has rejected claims by Vinesh Phogat that she was unable to register for an upcoming tournament, stating her entry is already confirmed and the process is functioning correctly for all athletes.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju welcomed seven Rajya Sabha MPs who defected from AAP to BJP, praising their parliamentary conduct. The move significantly boosts BJP's strength in the Rajya Sabha, while AAP has petitioned for the disqualification of the defecting members.
RÉCIT - L’écrivain libéré il y a quelques mois des geôles algériennes a été reçu le 25 avril dernier à l'Académie royale de Belgique. Il s'élève contre l'entreprise de disqualification qu'il subit de la part d’une partie du monde médiatique et littéraire francophone.
The Aam Aadmi Party has urged the Rajya Sabha Chairman to disqualify seven MPs who defected to the BJP, citing constitutional experts who believe they are liable for disqualification. This move follows the MPs' departure, sparking a legal and political dispute over anti-defection rules.
Punjab CM seeks time from President, wants ‘recall’ of MPs.
Seven Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MPs, including Raghav Chadha, have defected to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), citing ideological differences. The AAP plans to seek their disqualification under the anti-defection law, though the party believes the law's provisions for party mergers may apply.
Delhi High Court dismissed petitions by AAP leaders including former CM Arvind Kejriwal seeking recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma in the liquor policy case. The judge refused to step down, warning that allowing politicians to judge judicial competence based on 'personal perception' would set a 'disturbing precedent'. Justice Sharma termed the recusal demand an 'act of surrender' and emphasized that a judge cannot be 'intimidated by a litigant'. The court will now hear the matter on April 29.
