Kabaddi ‘betting’ row: Karnataka HC grants FIR stay to Home Minister Parameshwara
Indian Express·1h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Karnataka High Court stayed a magistrate's order directing FIR registration against Home Minister G Parameshwara for allegedly placing Rs 500 bet during kabaddi tournament. Justice S Sunil Dutt Yadav found the alleged offense lacking criminal intent. Senior Advocate argued the statement was made jovially and procedure was not followed.
Key Entities
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