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.
Today, On 15th November, Supreme Court clarified it is not legislating or monitoring every small incident, stressing that hate speech complaints must be handled by existing authorities. The Bench noted that high courts and police stations already possess powers to act promptly.
A UP lawyer has written to the Chief Justice of India, urging suo motu action against an Allahabad High Court judgment treating “unsaid words” in a WhatsApp post as hate speech. The plea says the ruling “criminalises thought and imagination” under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita.
A petition was filed in the Nashik sessions court by MNS leader Sudam Kombade, alleging that BJP MP Nishikant Dubey insulted the Marathi language and community, and demanding a public apology to the people of Maharashtra.
Kerala government Today (July 8) tells High Court that BJP leader PC George broke bail conditions from 2022. He now faces new hate speech charges under 2025 laws.
Madras High Court declines to close suo motu case against ex-Minister K Ponmudi for lewd joke on Shaivite-Vaishnavite tilaks. Court warns politicians can’t misuse Article 19 under the guise of free speech.
The Karnataka High Court Today (June 27) quashed two hate speech cases against BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai related to his remarks on Waqf land. The Court said the complaints were unnecessary and political.
The Allahabad High Court dismissed ex-MLA Abbas Ansari’s plea challenging a forensic report in a 2022 hate speech case, deeming it unnecessary since the trial had concluded. The court highlighted that the petition could not be entertained post-trial, marking a setback for Ansari amid ongoing legal issues.
In the move to remove Justice Shekhar Yadav, the Rajya Sabha has confirmed signatures of 44 MPs. However, Kapil Sibal and nine other parliamentarians are yet to verify their support for the motion officially.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said any action against Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav over his hate speech will be decided by the Supreme Court. He clarified that the matter does not fall under the government’s jurisdiction or control.
