Advocates’ Association Bengaluru (AAB) wrote to CJI BR Gavai urging fast appointments of judges to the Karnataka High Court. The letter raised concerns over rising workload and pending cases due to judge vacancies.
ANI Technologies argued in the Karnataka High Court that the state’s refusal to grant bike taxi permits violates fundamental rights, asserting that bike taxis are essential for urban mobility. The case highlights the balance between regulation and innovation, questioning executive powers in policy-making against existing legislation and emphasizing the public interest in transportation choices.
In Bengaluru, bike taxi riders protested the High Court’s ban on their services, seeking government support and clear regulations for operations. Police detained them for protesting without permission, and the riders emphasized the economic impact of the ban on their livelihoods. They urged the government for a policy addressing safety and job security.
The Karnataka High Court has directed the State to urgently draft guidelines to prevent manual scavenging in sewage treatment plants (STPs) following worker deaths in Bengaluru. The court emphasized the need for mechanization and stringent regulations, calling for a comprehensive policy to ensure worker safety while urging prompt action from authorities.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar urged Kannada activists to respect the Supreme Court’s order permitting the screening of Kamal Haasan’s film Thug Life. He emphasized the need for adherence to the law and maintaining peace amidst protests from groups claiming the actor’s comments were offensive to the Kannada language.
A Bengaluru court ruled that Fala Holidays must refund Rs 1.5 lakh, plus interest and compensation to Hafeez Pasha, misled by a fake lucky draw offer. After persistent pressure to buy a costly membership without service, Pasha sought justice through the Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, which found the company guilty of unfair practices.
The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) sought government approval for RCB’s IPL victory celebration at Vidhana Soudha. Following a deadly stampede, KSCA denied responsibility and filed a petition to quash an FIR against its officials, claiming limited involvement in event management. A court has temporarily protected them from police action.
