Today, On 21st April, The Supreme Court noted that the investigation against YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia is complete. It has scheduled the hearing for his plea seeking the return of his passport on April 28.
The Supreme Court is set to hear YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia’s plea on Tuesday regarding the ‘India’s Got Latent’ controversy. The case has sparked debate, drawing significant public and legal attention. Allahbadia seeks judicial intervention amid the ongoing dispute. The hearing could have broader implications for content regulation and free speech.
NEW DELHI: A parliamentary committee has asked the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to submit a report on whether existing laws are strong enough to regulate online content, especially after the Supreme Court’s strong remarks on vulgarity in the case of podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia.
The Parliamentary IT panel in New Delhi is contemplating summoning YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, known as BeerBiceps, following his controversial remarks on “India’s Got Latent.” MP Naresh Mhaske advocated for new guidelines for online content. After public backlash, YouTube removed the video, and Allahbadia issued a public apology. Police investigations are ongoing.
The Delhi High Court on Nov 14th addressed a defamation suit involving health influencer Revant Himatsingka, who criticized Mondelez India’s Bournvita product. Despite a court order preventing disparaging comments, Himatsingka posted critical content. The Judge emphasized the broader issue of unhealthy products and considered free speech in digital media. The case highlights tensions between influencers and corporations regarding consumer health awareness.