Rahul Gandhi Defamation Case Verdict HIGHLIGHTS: Goa CM Pramod Sawant Slams Congress Leader, Says 'Stop Making Such Statements'

Rahul Gandhi Defamation Case Verdict HIGHLIGHTS: Follow this page for all the latest developments and reactions to the verdict on Rahul Gandhi defamation case by Gujarat High Court.

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Rahul Gandhi Defamation Case Verdict HIGHLIGHTS: Hello and Welcome to the live blog of ABP Live on Rahul Gandhi defamation case verdict. Follow this page for all the latest updates on the same.Gujarat High Court will pronounce its judgment on Rahul Gandhi's plea seeking a stay on his conviction in the defamation case over 'Modi surname' remark today.On April 3, the Surat Sessions Court granted bail to the Congress leader, who had filed an appeal following his conviction in the case. Notably, if Gandhi's conviction is stayed by the court, his disqualification could be reversed.Earlier, the court had denied interim protection to Rahul Gandhi in the case. Justice Hemant Prachchhak had reserved his order and said he would pronounce the judgment after summer vacation in June."It is in the interest and fitness of the case, that the matter be decided finally and no interim protection be granted at this stage. Hence, the matter is kept for final judgment post summer vacations," Bar and Bench quoted Justice Prachchhak as saying.The High Court also ordered the Surat trial court to place before it the original "record and proceedings" of the case.Rahul Gandhi was disqualified as a member of Lok Sabha in March after he was sentenced to two years in jail by a Surat metropolitan magistrate's court in the 2019 case over his "why all thieves have Modi surname" remark. Later, the Surat sessions court declined to stay the conviction in the matter.The former Lok Sabha MP from Wayanad had said "how come all thieves have the common surname Modi?" while addressing a rally in Karnataka ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha election, targetting PM Modi over his last name which he shares with fugitive businessmen Nirav Modi and Lalit Modi.The case was filed by the BJP legislator Purnesh Modi

07/07/2023 21:01:30

'Stop Making Such Statements': Goa CM Pramod Sawant Reacts To Gujarat HC Verdict On Defamation Case

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant expressed his opinion in response to the recent Gujarat High Court verdict in a defamation case against Rahul Gandhi, stating that the Congress leader should refrain from making irresponsible statements. Sawant stated that there are currently ten similar cases pending against Rahul Gandhi in various courts. Protesting against the High Court's decision, according to the Chief Minister, is also inappropriate. 

07/07/2023 18:59:40

'Some People Consider Themselves Above Law': Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Slams Rahul Gandhi

Following the recent Gujarat High Court verdict on Rahul Gandhi's defamation case, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has slammed the Congress leader. Pradhan accused Rahul Gandhi of thinking he and his family were above the law, citing previous incidents in which he insulted lower-class people and the Prime Minister. 

07/07/2023 17:59:39

BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad Condemns Congress Party's Comment On Rahul Gandhi Conviction

Senior BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad strongly criticised the Congress Party's statement regarding Rahul Gandhi's conviction in the 'Modi Surname' defamation case. Prasad flatly condemned the Congress Party's statement, claiming it was part of a plot to frame Rahul Gandhi. He went on to say that if Rahul Gandhi continues to insult people without consequence, the court will step in. 

07/07/2023 17:53:08

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Alleges BJP Conspiracy, Vows Unstoppable Rahul Gandhi

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of orchestrating a conspiracy. Shivakumar stated in his statement that the BJP, along with its party cadre, filed a complaint that resulted in a verdict unlike any other, but he remains confident that neither the Gandhi family nor Rahul Gandhi can be deterred or stopped. 

07/07/2023 16:33:24

Blatant Attempts To Throttle Free Speech, Free Thought, Says Congress

Congress leader Abhishek Singhvi has expressed his dissatisfaction with the Gujarat High Court's recent decision to reject Rahul Gandhi's request for a stay in a defamation case. The issue, according to Singhvi, goes beyond Rahul Gandhi and encompasses a broader challenge to fundamental rights such as free speech, free thought, and the freedom to express oneself. 

07/07/2023 16:16:59

'Will Move To Higher Court': Congress Leader Abhishek Singhvi After Gujarat HC's Order On Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Abhishek Singhvi responded to the Gujarat High Court's decision to dismiss Rahul Gandhi's plea seeking a stay in a defamation case. Singhvi emphasised the significance of the higher court in his statement, stating that the focus now lies on the court above the lower judiciary. He further asserted that there is no question of the lower court's involvement in this matter.

07/07/2023 16:10:56

'So That Free Speech Stops...': Congress Leader Abhishek Singhvi Alleges Misuse of Defamation Law

The case has been closely watched by political observers and the public alike. Following the court's ruling, Congress leader Abhishek Singhvi expressed his views on the matter, asserting that the defamation law had been misused. Singhvi further emphasized his trust in the judicial system, including the Supreme Court, while highlighting the concept of the "people's court" that exists above the apex court. He accused BJP workers of establishing an "accusation industry" aimed at stifling free speech.

07/07/2023 14:38:10

'Not A Good Sign': RJD MP Manoj Jha On Gujarat HC Verdict

RJD MP Manoj Jha reacted to Gujarat HC rejecting Rahul Gandhi's plea in the Modi surname case. He said that the judgment is not a good sign.

07/07/2023 14:31:37

'Message For Political Dyansites That They're Not Above Law': BJP's RP Singh On Gujarat HC Order

"It is a message to members of political dynasties that they are not above the law and the system," says BJP leader RP Singh on Gujarat HC rejecting Rahul Gandhi's plea for stay on conviction.

07/07/2023 13:23:55

'Why Can't Congress Control Him?': Ravi Shankar Prasad Gujarat HC Verdict On Defamation Case Against Rahul Gandhi

Gujarat High Court verdict on defamation case against Rahul Gandhi | BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad says, "...We would like to ask Congress - why can't you control Rahul Gandhi? Why can't you train him to speak properly? He is your leader. Had he apologised in this matter, it would have ended...It has become a chronic habit of Rahul Gandhi to abuse, defame & almost showering the worst kind of abuses against eminent leaders and organisations."

07/07/2023 13:15:12

Rahul Gandhi Gave Us 'Daro Mat' Slogan: Alka Lamba Says Not Scared Of Verdict On Modi-Surname Remark

"Rahul Gandhi gave us the slogan of ‘Daro Mat’, which is why we are not scared, and he also gave us the slogan ‘Ladenge’, hence we will continue our fight," says Congress leader Alka Lamba on Gujarat HC rejecting Rahul Gandhi's plea seeking stay on conviction over his Modi surname remark.

07/07/2023 13:05:18

Rajasthan Congress Workers Sport Black Band Protesting Against Gujarat HC Order

Rajasthan Congress workers sport a black band and carry out a protest march in Jaipur against the Gujarat High Court verdict on the defamation case against Rahul Gandhi over 'Modi surname' remark.

07/07/2023 14:50:16

'Arrogance Of Power, Veil Of Lies Will Not Last': Priyanka Gandhi Tweets Over Gujarat HC Verdict

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi has tweeted a long post in Hindi over Gujarat HC verdict rejecting Rahul Gandhi's plea seeking relief from conviction in Modi surname case.

"Shri Rahul Gandhi ji is fighting the battle of truth and interests of the people in front of this arrogant power.

Arrogant power wants that questions of public interest should not be raised, arrogant power wants that questions that improve the lives of the people of the country should not be raised, arrogant power wants that they should not be asked questions on inflation, nothing on employment of youth There should be no voice for the welfare of the farmers, there should be no talk of the rights of women, the question of honor of the laborers should not be raised.

The arrogant power is trying every trick to suppress the truth, it is adopting all the means, price, punishment, discrimination, deceit, hypocrisy to distract from the questions related to the interests of the public.

But, in front of truth, satyagraha, the power of the people, neither the arrogance of power will last long nor the veil of lies over the truth. Rahul Gandhi ji has lit the light of questions related to the interests of the public in front of this arrogant power.

For this, he is ready to pay any cost and despite all the attacks and tactics of the arrogant BJP government, like a true patriot, he has not shied away from raising questions related to the public. The duty of sharing the pain of the public is standing on the path.

Truth will win. The voice of the public will win.

07/07/2023 12:58:53

Murde Of Democracy: Karnataka Dy CM On Gujarat HC Verdict On Rahul Gandhi's Plea

Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar on Gujarat HC rejecting Rahul Gandhi's plea seeking relief on conviction in Modi surname case:

"It is unfortunate that justice has not prevailed. It is murder of democracy but still, the opposition parties and entire country stand by him (Rahul Gandhi). He has been uniting the country walking on the streets of this nation. BJP leaders are not able to tolerate him and that's why they want to stop him." 

07/07/2023 12:41:05

'Either They Threaten Judge Or...': Shehzad Poonawalla Slams Congress Over Reaction To Gujarat HC Order

BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla says, "Congress party and Rahul Gandhi received a shock once again today. After Sessions Court, Gujarat High Court also showed them a mirror. They insult the OBC community and then instead of apologising, they act out of arrogance...Rahul Gandhi should apologise to the OBC community but instead of that, either his party workers threaten the judge or Congress party questions the judiciary..."

07/07/2023 12:08:29

Congress Workers Raise Slogans, Protest At Party HQ In Delhi Over Judgment

Congress workers raise slogans and protest at party Headquarters in Delhi after Gujarat High Court's verdict on defamation case against Rahul Gandhi.

07/07/2023 12:07:25

Congress Will Give Official Reaction At 3 PM: Party Leader Shaktisinh Gohil

Gujarat High Court verdict on defamation case against Rahul Gandhi | Congress leader Shaktisinh Gohil says, "...This was an 80-90 pages long decision. Abhishek Manu Singhvi will give AICC's official reaction at 3 pm today after studying the full verdict. We are sure that the matter will go to Supreme Court..."

07/07/2023 12:06:09

'Wrong On Facts, Laws': Congress's Pawan Bansal On Gujarat HC Rejecting Rahul's Plea

 “We believe this decision (by the Gujarat HC) is wrong on the basis of facts and laws,” says Congress leader Pawan Kumar Bansal on Gujarat HC rejecting Rahul Gandhi's plea seeking stay on conviction over his Modi surname remark.

07/07/2023 12:04:50

'Travesty Of Justice': Randeep Surjewala On gujarat HC Order On Rahul Gandhi's Plea

Randeep Surjewala tweets on Gujarat HC verdict:

"Travesty of justice !

Instead of punishing ‘Bank Fraudsters’ like Nirav Modi, Ami Modi, Neeshal Modi, Mehul Choksi & ilk, the “messenger” exposing the deceit & swindling of public money is being punished.

Sh. Rahul Gandhi has chosen the path of truth, of righteousness, of fearlessness & of seeking accountability from those in citadels of power !

WE WILL TREAD UPON THE PATH OF TRUTH & RIGHTEOUSNESS,
COME WHAT MAY……

SATYAMEV JAYATE !"

07/07/2023 11:38:29

'Turth Can Be Troubled, Not Defeated': Uddhav Sena On Gujarat HC Verdict On Rahul Gandhi's Plea

Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) responds on Gujarat HC verdict on Rahul Gandhi in the Modi surname case.

Spokesperson Anand Dubey says, "There is still an option of Supreme Court. Truth can be troubled, not defeated. Rahul Gandhi ji will definitely get justice."

 

07/07/2023 11:32:13

'The Verdict Redouble Our Resolve': Jairam Ramesh Says Congress To Address Press At 3 PM

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on the verdict: 

"We have noted the verdict of the single-judge bench of the Gujarat High Court on the disqualification of @RahulGandhi. The reasoning of the Hon'ble judge is being studied, as it should be, and Dr. Abhishek Singhvi will be briefing the media in detail at 3pm. The judgement only redoubles our resolve to pursue the matter further," he tweeted.

07/07/2023 11:24:40

Petitioner Purnesh Modi Expresses Satisfaction Over Gujarat HC Order Rejecting Rahul Gandhi's Plea

BJP leader and petitioner Purnesh Modi expressed satisfaction over Gujarat HC order rejecting Rahul Gandhi's plea seeking relief from conviction in the Modi-surname case.

07/07/2023 11:19:28

'10 Criminal Cases Pending Against Rahul Gandhi': Gujarat HC While Rejecting His Plea

Rahul Gandhi will not be able to contest elections or seek revocation of the suspension of his status as a Member of Parliament (MP) after Gujarat HC rejected his plea seeking relief from conviction in the Modi-surname case. Now, Gandhi can appeal the High Court order in Supreme Court.

Gujarat High Court has said that the trial court conviction order is proper, there is no need to interfere with the said order. Therefore, the application is dismissed. 

The Court further noted that at least 10 criminal cases are pending against Rahul Gandhi.

07/07/2023 11:16:53

Congress Workers Shout Slogans After Gujarat HC Rejects Rahul Gandhi's Plea In Modi-Surname Case

Congress workers shout slogans against BJP and PM Narendra Modi after Gujarat HC rejected Rahul Gandhi's plea seeking relief from conviction in the Modi-surname case.

07/07/2023 11:21:05

Rahul Gandhi Defamation Case Verdict Live: Congress Leader Likely To Move SC After Gujarat HC Rejects Plea

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi will now move Supreme Court after Gujarat HC reject his plea seeking relief from conviction in the Modi-surnae case.

07/07/2023 11:09:14

Rahul Gandhi Defamation Case Verdict Live: Gujarat HC Rejects Congress Leader's Plea, No Relief From Conviction

In a big blow to Rahul Gandhi, Gujarat HC has rejected his plea seeking relief from conviction in the Modi-surname case. Gandhi will remain disqualified as an MP.

07/07/2023 11:01:16

Surat Court Rejected Rahul Gandhi's Plea Seeking Relief On April 20

Rahul Gandhi Defamation Case Verdict Live: Earlier,a Surat court on April 20 had rejected Rahul Gandhi's plea seeking relief from two-year sentence that has led to his disqualification as an MP.

07/07/2023 10:56:24

Rahul Gandhi Defamation Case Verdict Live: Crucial Judgment Today Will Decide Congress Leader's Political Future

Gujarat HC to pronounce judgment on Rahul Gandhi's plea seeking stay on conviction. The verdict will decide Gandhi's future in politics.