Abuse of Process & Violation of Liberty: Madras HC Slams Repeated Incarceration, Grants 12-Week Interim Bail to Savukku Shankar

The Madras High Court granted 12-week interim bail to YouTube journalist Savukku Shankar, noting repeated incarceration and misuse of criminal law against him. The judges flagged abuse of process, medical concerns, and continuous violation of his personal liberty.

Caste-Based Abuse Over Phone Does Not Attract SC/ST Act: Calcutta High Court

The Calcutta High Court ruled that caste-based abuse made over a phone call does not attract the SC/ST Act. The decision came while hearing Nurul Aras’ anticipatory bail plea under Section 482, seeking protection from FIR charges.

BREAKING | Pre-Citizenship Voters’ List Entry: Court Issues Notices To Sonia Gandhi & Delhi Police On Plea Seeking FIR

Today, on 9th December, A Delhi court asked Sonia Gandhi and the Delhi Police to reply to a petition seeking registration of an FIR. The plea claims her name appeared on electoral rolls before she became an Indian citizen, demanding an inquiry.

“We Are the Most Racist Society”: Karnataka High Court’s Sharp Remarks in Sudhir Chaudhary FIR Hearing

The Karnataka High Court criticised Indian society for deep-rooted discrimination, calling it “one of the most racist societies in the world” during a hearing on Sudhir Chaudhary’s FIR case. The Court said societal mindset, not just politics or media, fuels communal division.

Chinnaswamy Stampede: Karnataka High Court Rejects DNA Entertainment Plea Challenging Judicial Commission Report

Today, On 21st July, The Karnataka High Court dismissed DNA Entertainment Networks’ challenge to the judicial commission report that held the company responsible for the Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede. The court found no grounds to interfere with the panel’s detailed findings and its conclusions.

Remarks on Operation Sindoor: Supreme Court Adjourns Professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad’s Passport Release Plea

Today, On 18th November, The Supreme Court adjourned Professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad’s plea seeking the release of his passport, which is linked to remarks made on Operation Sindoor. The matter was deferred even though the Court had earlier fixed November 18 for the hearing.

Karur Stampede Row: Madras High Court Reserves Verdict on Aadhav Arjuna’s Plea to Quash FIR

Madras High Court has reserved its verdict on Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader Aadhav Arjuna’s plea to quash the FIR filed against him in connection with the Karur stampede row, where he was accused of making inflammatory remarks.

Give Details of Video on CJI Gavai if You Want FIR Info: Punjab & Haryana High Court tells YouTuber Ajeet Bharti

The Punjab and Haryana High Court directed YouTuber Ajeet Bharti to share details of his videos on CJI BR Gavai with Mohali Police to know if any FIRs exist against him. Justice Subhas Mehla disposed of his plea, saying he can email video details to the SSP, SAS Nagar for information.

FIR Filed Against Union Minister Lalan Singh After ‘Keep Them Inside’ Video Sparks Election Controversy in Bihar

An FIR has been registered against Union Minister Lalan Singh after a viral video showed him telling supporters to “keep opposition leaders inside their homes” on polling day in Bihar’s Mokama constituency. Authorities booked him under the Representation of the People Act after reviewing surveillance footage.

Supreme Court Grants Anticipatory Bail to Kerala Man Booked under SC/ST Act for Using Word “Bastard”

The Supreme Court ruled that the word “bastard” is not a caste-based slur, criticizing police for wrongly invoking the SC/ST Act. The Court granted anticipatory bail, noting no caste insult was mentioned in the FIR.