Kerala High Court Today (April 3) stayed criminal proceedings against Baba Ramdev and Patanjali for a controversial medicine ad. The court found issues with timing and legal procedure in the case.
NEW DELHI: Today, 24th Feb, The Supreme Court of India strongly addressed the issue of misleading advertisements in the medical field, particularly those targeting allopathic medicine. The Court is hearing a plea filed by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) against such deceptive ads and has stressed the importance of following Rule 170 of the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945.
Kerala: Today, 6th Feb, Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna, the promoters of Patanjali Ayurved, have filed an application in a Kerala court, requesting the recall of a non-bailable arrest warrant that was issued against them for not attending a scheduled court hearing in a case related to misleading advertisements.
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.
Yoga guru Baba Ramdev Today (Dec 19) took exception to X (formerly Twitter) sharing written submissions filed as part of its appeal against a 2019 Delhi High Court global content blocking order. X had recently filed written submissions in its appeal against a 2019 order directing the global takedown of online posts with excerpts from the book ‘Godman to Tycoon – The Untold Story of Baba Ramdev.’
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Today, On 30th August, Baba Ramdev and Patanjali face legal challenges over Divya Dant Manjan tooth powder labeled as vegetarian, but allegedly containing non-vegetarian cuttlefish. The Delhi High Court issued notices, and the next hearing is on November 28. This adds to previous legal issues, including deceptive advertising and safety concerns. Patanjali has faced multiple legal challenges over the years.
Patanjali Ayurved co-founders, Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna, are facing criminal proceedings for deceptive advertising. The case centers on purportedly misleading advertisements, leading to contempt of court proceedings. The charges, rooted in the Drugs And Magic Remedies Act, reflect the government’s resolve to uphold advertising integrity. The outcome could impact advertising regulations.
An official from Patanjali and two others sentenced to six months in jail after their Soan Papdi product failed a quality test. The District Food Safety Officer collected samples following concerns, leading to legal action. The court imposed fines on the individuals and the company. This incident highlights food safety and regulatory compliance issues in the industry.