The Delhi High Court refused to stop the release of “The Taj Story”, criticizing the poorly prepared PIL and noting that artistic expression cannot be curtailed. The Bench said the petitioner may approach the Centre under Section 6 of the Cinematograph Act.
Today, On 6th November, the Supreme Court directed the Ajit Pawar-led NCP to publish a disclaimer about the ‘clock symbol’ dispute within 24 to 36 hours, clarifying its legal status. This follows an ongoing legal challenge by Sharad Pawar’s faction regarding symbol usage after the NCP split and Election Commission decisions.
The Supreme Court today (24th Oct) has granted the Sharad Pawar faction of the NCP the right to use their name and symbol while permitting the Ajit Pawar faction to retain the “clock” symbol under specific conditions. The ongoing disputes highlight the need for clarity regarding party representation and symbol allocation amid political turmoil in Maharashtra.
