A transgender woman has approached the Kerala High Court seeking reservation for transgender students in Government Law Colleges. She argues that denial of admission violates Supreme Court rulings, Kerala Government orders, and constitutional rights.
Presidential Reference Row | The Supreme Court Today (Aug 20) asked if harmony between governors and state governments, as imagined by Constitution makers, is truly working today. Heated exchanges between CJI, Solicitor General, and senior lawyers brought humour and sharp constitutional debates.
Rajinikanth’s blockbuster Coolie is now caught in a legal fight, with Sun Pictures moving the Madras High Court against CBFC’s ‘A’ certificate. The verdict may decide if children and families can also watch the superstar’s record-breaking movie.
The Kerala High Court Today (Aug 19) gave interim protection to Malayalam rapper Vedan in a rape case filed by a young doctor. The Court said police cannot arrest him until the next hearing while his anticipatory bail plea is considered.
Bombay High Court dismissed the plea of Lootere’s 1993 film producer seeking to stop Hotstar’s web series ‘Lootere’. The court ruled that registering a film title with an association does not give copyright protection.
The Bombay High Court held that a Vintage Car – 1931 Ford Tourer sold by a Mumbai taxpayer was not his personal effect and was taxable under capital gains. The Court said ownership or pride of possession does not amount to personal use.
The Supreme Court Today (Aug 19) heard cartoonist Hemant Malviya’s plea after his caricature allegedly mocked RSS and PM Modi. Court asked him to post an apology online while keeping the case pending.
The Supreme Court Constitution Bench Today (Aug 19) is hearing President Murmu’s reference on time limits for Governors to act on Bills. Kerala and Tamil Nadu oppose it, while the Centre backs it, leading to sharp legal exchanges.
The Delhi High Court heard ANI’s copyright case against OpenAI, where DNPA warned that ChatGPT’s unchecked use of news content “reduces the incentive to create.” The outcome could change the future of journalism, copyright, and AI regulation in India.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court refused to stop criminal defamation proceedings against Aaj Tak in the Gopal Kanda–Sonali Phogat case. The Court said the magistrate’s order and investigation procedure were legally valid.
