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Supreme Court Dismisses Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar's Plea in CBI Disproportionate Assets Case

Jul 15, 2024, 07:07 AM

The Supreme Court has dismissed Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar's petition challenging the CBI's FIR against him in a disproportionate assets case. Shivakumar sought to quash the case under the provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act. This decision marks a significant setback for the Deputy CM, who is facing allegations of possessing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. The case was registered by the CBI.