A Lucknow court has upheld the dismissal of Amitabh Thakur’s defamation complaint against Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath regarding the term “Kathmullapan” used in a speech. The court ruled that political speech within legislative settings is protected, emphasizing the importance of free expression while defining legal boundaries related to defamation.
At the end of 2024, the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Court in Chirang, Assam, successfully resolved all 830 pending cases, achieving a remarkable 100% disposal rate. This achievement stands out amidst the country’s ongoing judicial backlog. The district also reported a 23.29% conviction rate for the year, highlighting effective teamwork among stakeholders.
A local court in Bareilly summoned Congress MP Rahul Gandhi to appear on January 7 regarding his comments during the Lok Sabha elections. The summons came after a plea from Pankaj Pathak, alleging that Gandhi’s remarks aimed to incite class hatred for political gain. Gandhi also staged a protest against Amit Shah’s remarks on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.