A Patiala House Court granted interim relief to journalist Swati Chaturvedi by directing OpIndia to remove two allegedly defamatory articles and restraining further defamatory publications during pendency of the defamation suit before District Judge Meenu Kaushik.
The Delhi High Court directed Google and Apple to take strict action against apps allegedly linked to pornography and prostitution, with the Bench observing it could not “permit the whole generation of the country to be ruined” by unchecked unlawful online content.
The Supreme Court of India agreed to urgently hear TVK MLA R Seenivasa Sethupathi’s plea challenging the Madras High Court order restraining him from voting or participating in Tamil Nadu Assembly floor tests, after Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi sought urgent listing before CJI Surya Kant.
The Madras High Court barred R Seenivasa Sethupathi from voting or participating in Tamil Nadu Assembly floor tests after his Tiruppattur election victory was challenged by DMK candidate KR Periakaruppan. The interim order was passed by Justices Victoria Gowri and Senthilkumar.
The Delhi High Court directed residents of three slum clusters near the Prime Minister’s residence in Delhi’s Race Course area to vacate within 15 days and shift to government-provided accommodation, warning authorities could initiate legal action if occupants failed to comply within the prescribed timeframe.
Supreme Court of India allowed 205 newly registered Advocates-on-Record to vote in SCAORA elections provisionally. Court barred them from contesting, suggesting possible postponement while leaving final decision to Election Committee.
Supreme Court of India mandated 30 percent representation for women in bar bodies nationwide. Bench led by Surya Kant warned non compliant associations may face suspension and fresh elections if directions are ignored.
The Delhi High Court restrained an Indian EV company from using the “Waymo” trademark, granting interim relief to Google. Noting the defendant’s absence despite service, the court proceeded ex parte and protected the brand against potential infringement.
The Delhi High Court directed the Copyright Office to decide within eight weeks on copyright registration for an AI-generated artwork by Stephen Thaler. The plea seeks recognition of authorship for work created autonomously by the AI system DABUS.
The Bombay High Court refused a plea seeking a court-monitored probe against Adani Green Energy Limited, calling it misuse of process. The bench held allegations lacked prompt, independent evidence to justify directing a Central Bureau of Investigation inquiry.
