The Kerala High Court criticized the government’s inaction regarding the Justice Hema Committee report exposing exploitation in the Malayalam film industry. The court instructed the SIT to report on its actions, emphasizing the state’s failure to address women’s issues. The report led to investigations and resignations, highlighting the industry’s power dynamics and gender disparities.
Today, On 9th September, the Karnataka High Court, under Justice M. Nagaprasanna, ordered an in-camera hearing for the bail plea of former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna in a rape and sexual assault case, to protect the victim’s dignity. The Court also instructed the SIT to submit the chargesheet. The next hearing is scheduled for September 12.
Actor Siddique seeks anticipatory bail in a rape case following a complaint by a female actor, amidst the “Me Too” movement in the Malayalam film industry. This legal action stems from multiple sexual abuse allegations against industry figures revealed in the Justice Hema Committee report, highlighting widespread harassment and exploitation of women professionals.
The Editors Guild of India (EGI) has expressed concerns to Union Home Minister Amit Shah about potential misuse of new criminal laws against journalists. They emphasize the need for additional safeguards and proposed a review of the laws to prevent frivolous prosecution. The Guild seeks protection of media freedom under the Indian Constitution and requests a meeting with Shah to address these issues.
The Madras High Court today ruled that schools cannot use Transfer Certificates to collect pending fees and should not make entries regarding fee arrears on the TC. Violation of this order will be dealt with under child protection laws. Children should not be involved in fee collection, as it causes trauma and stigma. The court also emphasized the psychological impact on children and urged schools to provide support during financial strains.
Today(on 10th July),The Supreme Court issued a notice to the Delhi Police following a petition alleging harassment for legal action against the DDA over unauthorized tree felling in the Ridge area. The case, rooted in a Suo motu contempt against the DDA Vice Chairman, also questions the involvement of Delhi LG VK Saxena.
The Gujarat High Court declined to intervene in protests by residents of a housing complex in Vadodara against a Muslim woman’s flat allotment, stating it’s not a public interest matter. The woman, employed by the Ministry of Entrepreneurship and Skill Development, faces opposition and discrimination. Residents demand her relocation to another housing scheme to avoid potential “threat and nuisance.”
The Pune Police have taken legal action against the father and grandfather of a teenager involved in a fatal car accident, accusing them of abetting the suicide of a local businessman’s son. The accused, including three others, are facing serious charges, revealing a complex criminal conspiracy and cover-up. The case is under investigation.
Samajwadi Party MLA Irfan Solanki and four others have been convicted for arson and harassment, with sentencing scheduled for June 7 by Judge Satyendra Nath Tripathi in Kanpur. The group harassed a woman and set her house on fire in an attempt to seize her property. Solanki has been imprisoned since December 2021 and is currently in Maharajganj jail.
Yesterday, On 22nd May, The Calcutta High Court directed a committee to re-evaluate a sexual harassment complaint against the Vice-Chancellor of West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences. The complaint, initially rejected on grounds of limitation, is to be reconsidered without prematurely assessing its accuracy. The court emphasized the need to consider the entire complaint and determine its merits.