An Advocate’s Job Is to Defend in Court, Not on Public Platforms: High Court Slams Lawyer Booked for ‘Casteist Goons’ Remark

The Punjab and Haryana High Court held that free speech cannot justify terms like ‘casteist goons’, as such language unfairly criminalises entire communities. Justice Vinod S Bhardwaj rejected activist-lawyer Rajat Kalsan’s plea to quash the criminal case pending.

Shia Personal Law Board to Discuss UCC, Waqf Reforms & Minority Rights on Dec 28

The All India Shia Personal Law Board will hold its annual national convention on December 28 to discuss key issues, including the proposed Uniform Civil Code in Uttar Pradesh, waqf board corruption, minority rights, socio-economic disadvantages, and Shia political representation.

“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.

Not Legislating Or Monitoring Every Small Incident: Supreme Court On Hate Speech

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.

UP Lawyer Writes to CJI Gavai Seeking Suo Motu Action Against Allahabad High Court Ruling That “Criminalises Thought and Imagination”

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.

Insulted Marathi Language & Community| Petition Filed in Nashik Court Seeking Apology from BJP MP Nishikant Dubey

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.

“PC George Broke His Promise To Court”: Kerala Govt Seeks Bail Cancellation In High Court After Fresh Hate Speech Case

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.

“Everyone Taking a Mic Must Understand”: Madras HC Slams Ponmudi’s Remarks, Keeps Case Alive

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.

‘Wherever A Stone Falls, It’s Waqf Land’: Karnataka HC Quashes 2 Hate Speech Cases Against BJP Leader & Ex-CM Basavaraj Bommai

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.

Allahabad High Court Rejects Abbas Ansari’s Plea in 2022 Hate Speech Case After Trial Ends

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.