A petition has been filed seeking an FIR against former Uttar Pradesh Minister Swami Prasad Maurya and Sambhal MLA Iqbal Mahmood for allegedly making derogatory remarks, claiming, “Kanwar pilgrimage has more goons and thugs than Shiva devotees.”
In the Savarkar defamation case, Rahul Gandhi has moved court seeking contempt action against complainant Satyaki Savarkar, accusing him of “wilful disobedience” of court orders and “suppressing crucial evidence” during the trial process.
The Delhi High Court has restrained Lavangiri Ansar Basha from posting abusive content against upGrad. The court held that the right to fair comment doesn’t include the right to abuse.
Today, On 15th July, The Bombay High Court dismissed a PIL accusing Rahul Gandhi of insulting freedom icon Veer Savarkar. The bench said, “We can’t direct Gandhi to read the petition or remove his ignorance,” and advised the petitioner to explore other remedies.
Today, On 11th July, Rahul Gandhi formally pleaded ‘not guilty’ in the Savarkar defamation case during proceedings in a Pune court. Judicial Magistrate Amol Shinde recorded the plea through Gandhi’s advocate Milind Pawar as trial proceedings begin.
Today, On 27th May, Supreme Court rejects PIL seeking protection of Vinayak Savarkar’s name, stating no fundamental rights were violated. This verdict comes as relief for Rahul Gandhi amid ongoing debates over the misuse of Savarkar’s legacy.
Today, On 25th April, The Supreme Court criticised Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on Savarkar, reminding him, “Does he know his grandmother also sent a letter to the freedom fighter praising him?” The Court granted a stay on the defamation case but warned against further irresponsible statements.
Today, On 25th April, The Supreme Court strongly criticised Rahul Gandhi for his remarks on Veer Savarkar, saying, “We won’t allow anyone to make statements against our freedom fighters.” However, the Court granted a stay on the criminal defamation proceedings against him.
Today, On 21st April, Lawyers from the Himachal Pradesh High Court held a protest demanding strict action against a police constable accused of assaulting a local advocate. Senior Advocate Sanjeev Bhushan condemned the police for their insensitivity and misuse of power, calling the matter serious enough for public protest.
Advocate Ashok Pandey has been sentenced to six months in jail by the Allahabad High Court for contempt of court. In a 2021 courtroom incident, he referred to High Court judges as “goondas,” a highly disrespectful remark. The court took suo motu action and held his words as criminal contempt. Despite several opportunities, Pandey refused to apologize, leading to the strict punishment.
