Delhi Court Upholds ‘Right to Be Forgotten’, Orders Google & Media to Remove ED Case Articles on Cleared Man

In a landmark order, a Delhi court directed Google and major media houses to de-index articles linking a man to an ED case after he was fully cleared. The court said continued online presence of such reports harms dignity and serves no public interest.

Karnataka High Court Directs Govt to Set Up Powerful Cyber Command Centre Amid Surge in Cybercrime

Karnataka HC has ordered the creation of a fully empowered Cyber Command Centre to fight rising digital crimes, stressing independence from politics. The court warned that without such a specialised agency, “justice will remain a mirage for thousands of victims.”

“Proton Won’t Be Blocked Entirely”: Karnataka HC in Email Ban Case

The Karnataka High Court is hearing Proton Mail’s appeal against its ban in India. A partial email blocking is in effect while a government review under Section 69A is ongoing, expected to conclude in eight weeks. The Court emphasized the responsibility of Moser Design to report offending emails to Proton for immediate action.

Allahabad High Court: “Liking Post On Social Media Not Same As Sharing It, Cannot Be Treated As Crime”

The Allahabad High Court ruled that merely liking a social media post does not equate to sharing it, thus cannot be penalized under Section 67 of the IT Act, which pertains to obscene content. The decision dismissed charges against Imran Khan, emphasizing that liking does not constitute publication or transmission.