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 Delhi High Court has recently issued a directive to the Delhi Police, emphasizing the need for a clear distinction in the roles of Sharjeel Imam, a student activist, and his co-accused in the context of the 2020 Delhi riots. This development is a significant turn in the ongoing legal proceedings related to the riots, […]
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has awarded ₹5 lakh compensation to a rape victim who was subjected to the controversial two-finger test, expressing strong disapproval of the violation of the victim’s rights. The Court also emphasized the violation of guidelines and protocols, directed an inquiry against the doctors involved, and set a landmark precedent in upholding the dignity and rights of rape survivors.
Cine1 Studios has filed a suit against T-Series in the Delhi High Court over alleged non-compliance with agreed terms for the film ‘Animal’, raising concerns about digital and satellite rights, promotional credits, and derivative works. The dispute underscores the complexities of rights and revenue distribution in the film industry, with potential implications for future cases.
A Landmark Ruling on Judicial Respect In a significant ruling on Friday January12, the Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, has instructed a lawyer, who was previously sentenced to six months in prison by the Delhi High Court for contempt of court, to […]
The Delhi High Court has instructed Tarun Tejpal and Aniruddha Bahal to issue an unconditional apology in a national English newspaper for defaming former Major General MS Ahluwalia. This follows a 2001 report by Tehelka, which led to a defamation lawsuit. The court emphasized the impact of defamation on an individual’s reputation and highlighted journalistic responsibility.
The Delhi High Court, in a recent judgment on Friday, refused to entertain a plea by Jatin Mohanty, the General Secretary of BJP Odisha, against the alleged misuse of public funds by the Biju Janta Dal (BJD) in advertising state welfare schemes using its party symbol, the ‘Conch‘. The plea, which has significant implications for […]
The Delhi High Court, led by Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, denied bail to a man involved in a dowry death case, stressing the necessity of public education on genetic science and the determination of a child’s gender. The ruling highlights societal misconceptions and advocates for empowering women while addressing deep-seated societal issues related to gender-based discrimination.
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has clarified the extent of rights available to foreigners in India, emphasizing that their fundamental rights are confined to life and liberty as per Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. This decision, delivered by a Division Bench comprising Justices Suresh Kumar Kait and Manoj Jain, underscores the […]
Dismisses Undertrial Visitation Rights Petition In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India has called for a response from the Delhi High Court concerning a petition filed by a judicial officer. This petition is particularly notable as it seeks to expunge adverse remarks made against the officer. The origins of this plea trace […]