Google opposed Justice AHMD Nawaz’s plea, arguing that India does not legally recognise the “right to be forgotten” under the DPDP Act, 2023. It also questioned the maintainability of the case, citing jurisdiction issues and saying a foreign judge cannot directly invoke constitutional remedies in India.
The Karnataka High Court has issued notice to Google and two Sri Lankan news portals on a plea by Sri Lankan Supreme Court judge Justice AHM Dilip Nawaz seeking removal of allegedly defamatory articles. The judge invoked Article 21 of the Indian Constitution, arguing that the right to life and reputation also protects foreigners.