TMC MP Mahua Moitra files defamation case against BJP's Nishikant Dubey amid furore over ‘cash for queries’ claim
ALSO READ: Mahua Moitra ‘Took Cash & Gifts For Asking Questions', Alleges BJP’s Nishikant Dubey “These allegations include that she committed a criminal breach of trust, violated parliamentary ethics, and acted in a manner that was detrimental to India's national security," Dubey wrote. He contended that 50 of 61 questions she asked in Lok Sabha till recently were focused on the Adani Group.
Moitra has since denied the allegations and said that she welcomed the probe as long as similar privilege notices against BJP MPs were also investigated. The Hiranandani Group has also said there is "no merit" in the allegations.
Meanwhile the Adani Group claimed that the lawyer’s complaint reveals that this arrangement to besmirch the reputation and interests of the Adani Group and its Chairman Gautam Adani has been in place since 2018. (With inputs from agencies)"Exciting news! Mint is now on WhatsApp Channels
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