A Kolkata court denied bail to Wajahat Khan, who faced accusations of hate speech against Hindus after filing a complaint against influencer Sharmishta Panoli. Khan, arrested on June 9, had evaded authorities since June 1. Panoli, granted interim bail, is restricted from leaving India pending further legal proceedings.
Bangladesh has cancelled the judges’ training programme in India, citing a directive from its Supreme Court. The programme was scheduled to begin on February 10 at the National Judicial Academy and State Judicial Academy in Madhya Pradesh. This decision marks a change in judicial training collaboration between the two countries. Further details on the reasons behind the cancellation remain unclear.
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A PIL has been filed against the impeachment motion of Justice Shekhar K. Yadav, arguing that his comments at a VHP meeting were misinterpreted and do not constitute hate speech. The petition emphasizes judicial independence and free speech rights, asserting that the allegations do not meet constitutional standards for judicial removal.
The Bangladesh government labeled ISKCON a “fundamentalist” group amid rising tensions following the arrest of a Hindu priest, which sparked protests for minority protections. The interim administration faces criticism over its handling of anti-Hindu violence. Diplomatic strains with India increased as it urged protection for Hindu communities, prompting a defensive response from Dhaka.
The Gujarat government defended its demolition activities in Gir Somnath before the Supreme Court, asserting the need to remove illegal encroachments on public land. In response to a legal challenge, the government emphasized adherence to legal procedures, while the petitioner accused authorities of targeting Muslim sites unlawfully. The case was adjourned for further review.