The Kerala High Court has vacated the interim stay on the release of Kerala Story 2 – Goes Beyond, allowing the film to hit theatres. The Division Bench set aside the single-judge order that had paused the movie’s release for 15 days pending review by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi appeared before the MP/MLA court in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, in a defamation case linked to his alleged remarks about Union Home Minister Amit Shah, asserting that the proceedings were triggered against him out of “political malice.”
Satyaki Savarkar, grandnephew of V D Savarkar, sought court directions for voice samples of Rahul Gandhi in a defamation dispute. Through advocate Sangram Kolhatkar, the plea was filed before Judicial Magistrate A A Shinde, citing material to strengthen allegations.
Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi cautioned that unrestrained media trials can ruin judicial careers, citing a judge allegedly linked to money. He said instant public judgment often precedes court evidence, leaving reputational damage permanent and public trust shattered.
Sonam Wangchuk’s wife told the Supreme Court that his speech clearly appealed for peace and was meant to stop violence, not provoke it. She also alleged that key videos and full grounds of detention were not provided, violating constitutional safeguards.
UK-based academic Nitasha Kaul has approached the Delhi High Court against the Centre’s decision to cancel her OCI status and ban her entry into India. The plea questions the legality of the move, calling it a violation of free speech and due process.
X Corp has filed a writ appeal before the Karnataka High Court challenging a single-judge ruling that upheld the legality of the Centre’s Sahyog portal used for content takedown orders. The appeal, submitted on November 14, is awaiting listing before a Division Bench.
The Kerala High Court ruled that criticising the Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund is part of free speech, quashing charges against a man for his Facebook post. Justice VG Arun said mere criticism of the government cannot attract criminal action unless it incites public disorder.
The Supreme Court declined to interfere in a case against a law graduate who posted that the Babri Masjid “will be rebuilt.”
The Bench said the defence can be raised before the trial court as the plea was withdrawn after brief exchanges.
A Chandausi court has reserved its judgment in a case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his “fighting the Indian state” remarks. The verdict is set to be announced on November 7.
