Today, On 10th June, Kapil Sibal slammed VP Dhankar’s ‘inaction’ on the impeachment notice, asking, “Whether this Govt is trying to protect Justice Shekhar Yadav,” after the judge allegedly made controversial remarks at a VHP event on Uniform Civil Code.
Retired Supreme Court Justice Madan Bhimrao Lokur emphasized concerns over judicial independence, systemic inefficiencies, and the impact of new laws on fundamental rights in India. He criticized delays in judicial appointments and highlighted issues like the overpopulation of undertrial prisoners. Justice Lokur advocated for greater accountability and transparency within the judiciary.
Defamation in Indian law, defined under Section 499 of the IPC, involves harming an individual’s reputation through false statements. It includes criminal and civil aspects, with penalties for offenders. Recent judicial interpretations, including the controversial Subramanian Swamy case, highlight tensions between protecting reputation and maintaining free speech rights, necessitating careful legal consideration.
A petition in the Allahabad High Court seeks to restrain Yati Narsinghanand from making derogatory comments about Prophet Muhammad and the Quran, requesting the removal of his “hate speech” from social media. The petitioners argue that his actions jeopardize societal stability and call for legal action against him due to his history of hate speech.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that chanting “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” does not amount to hate speech. Justice M. Nagaprasanna dismissed charges against five individuals accused of promoting enmity, asserting that such slogans do not incite division. The FIR was deemed a retaliatory response lacking the essential elements for prosecution under Section 153A of the IPC.
Today, On 26th September, the Delhi High Court directed that a petition distinguishing “religion” from “dharma” be addressed by the Union Ministries of Culture and Education. The court emphasized it does not possess jurisdiction over educational curriculums. The petition advocates correct terminology in official documents and inclusion of educational content to reduce religious hatred.
Prominent Citizens Urge CJI to Address Udhayanidhi Stalin’s Eradicate Sanatan Dharma’ Remarks: A Call for Judicial Intervention A collective of 262 citizens, encompassing former high court judges, bureaucrats, and armed officers, has penned a letter to the Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, urging him to take suo moto notice of Tamil Nadu sports minister […]
