The Supreme Court of India resumed hearing the defamation case filed by Ex-JNU Professor Amita Singh against ‘The Wire,’ involving allegations of a controversial dossier. The case explores defamation law and press responsibilities, with Singh claiming her reputation was tarnished and ‘The Wire’ asserting a misunderstanding of the dossier’s existence.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has been granted bail by a special court in Sultanpur in a 2018 defamation case filed by Vijay Mishra. This followed Gandhi’s remarks about BJP and Amit Shah, which the court found defamatory. Despite bail, Gandhi maintains his innocence and has no further court date scheduled.
A Singapore-based firm has temporarily paused defamation proceedings against Dr. Subramanian Swamy over unverified references made in a 2012 press conference. The Supreme Court will hold the final hearing on April 9. Swamy had challenged the firm’s pursuit of the defamation suit, citing jurisdictional issues and arguing that it was an attempt to obstruct justice.
The Gujarat High Court dismissed a defamation case filed by Gujarat University against AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh related to comments about PM Modi’s academic degrees. This ruling follows a series of legal battles involving privacy rights, freedom of speech, and the role of educational institutions in certifying leaders’ credentials, drawing public attention and scrutiny.
The Supreme Court dismissed the defamation case against Tejashwi Yadav after he retracted the statement “Gujaratis are cheats.” Justices Oka and Bhuyan issued the order following Yadav’s plea to relocate the trial. The Court quashed the case, citing petitioner’s withdrawal of the statement. The case involved a complaint filed by Haresh Mehta.
Two renowned Indian YouTubers, Sandeep Maheshwari and Vivek Bindra, are entangled in a legal dispute. A Haryana court ruling restrains them from publishing defamatory content against each other due to their significant influence on the youth. The case highlights the legal complexities in handling digital content disputes and emphasizes the responsibility of social media influencers.
The Gujarat High Court, under Justice Hasmukh Suthar, reserves order in the defamation case against Arvind Kejriwal and his associate filed by Gujarat University, centered on alleged defamatory remarks about PM Modi’s degree disclosure. Arguments revolved around the impact on university’s reputation and the need for public perception alignment. Verdict expected on February 16.
Former business partners Mihir Diwakar and Arun Pandey have filed a defamation suit against cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni, alleging defamatory statements that tarnished their reputation. This follows Dhoni’s criminal complaint against them for breach of trust and cheating in a 2017 contract related to cricket academies. The legal battle sheds light on complexities in business partnerships.
The Supreme Court has paused the defamation case against Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh, linked to the controversy over PM Modi’s educational qualifications. This comes after Gujarat High Court’s ruling and subsequent appeal by Kejriwal. The case involves the use of the RTI Act for political purposes, prompting a significant legal and political discourse.