Madhya Pradesh Tribal Welfare Minister Vijay Shah has petitioned the Supreme Court against a High Court ruling that ordered an FIR for his controversial remarks about Army officer Colonel Sofia Qureshi. Following this, an FIR was registered against him, prompting calls for his removal, despite his public apology and respect for Qureshi.
Bollywood singer Sonu Nigam has filed a plea in the Karnataka High Court to dismiss a criminal case against him for allegedly insulting the Kannadiga community after declining a request to sing a Kannada song at a concert. His comments sparked outrage, leading to a formal complaint and subsequent police action.
The Supreme Court of India granted temporary relief to actor S. Ve Shekher, postponing his surrender in a case of derogatory social media comments towards women journalists that had led to his conviction. The Court criticized his conduct and emphasized the seriousness of the matter, requiring him to seek reconciliation with the complainant.
The Kerala High Court strongly criticized State officials for permitting political parties to hold meetings on roads and footpaths, violating court orders. It rejected their apology, stating “Mere tendering of apology is not enough.” The Court observed that such events disrupt public movement and ordered officials and political leaders, including CPI(M) and Congress, to submit explanations by March 3. CPI(M) leader MV Govindan has been directed to appear in court on February 12 at 4 PM.
A Kerala court has issued a bailable arrest warrant against Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balakrishna after allegations of misleading claims about Patanjali Ayurved products curing ailments like diabetes and high blood pressure. The case, triggered by complaints from ophthalmologist K.V. Babu, cites violations of the Drugs and Magic Remedies Act. This action follows the Supreme Court’s warning against unchecked misleading advertisements.
Six individuals accused of vandalizing actor Allu Arjun’s house in Hyderabad have been granted bail, according to a lawyer. The accused, students from Osmania University, were presented before a court on Monday morning.
Advocate Ramdas, representing the accused, stated that the students were peacefully protesting when police attacked them, leading to self-defense actions. The police had filed a case against them, but after appearing before the judge, they were granted bail without conditions and a fine.
On May 30, 2023, a misleading tweet alleged that Senior Advocate Pradeep Rai was summoned for questioning by the STF and falsely connected him to a conman. The tweet was deleted within two hours, but it damaged Rai’s reputation. AajTak later apologized, and mediation for a defamation case is ongoing.
The Supreme Court today (25th Sept) cautioned judges and lawyers against personal biases impacting their duties after controversial remarks by Karnataka High Court judge Justice V Srishananda. The court emphasized national integrity, urging mindfulness due to social media’s expansive reach. While closing proceedings after an apology, it reiterated the need for impartiality in justice.
