The Karnataka High Court on Friday (June 21st) granted interim relief to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President JP Nadda and its IT cell head Amit Malviya in a case registered against them for an Instagram post claiming that the Congress party would re-distribute the wealth of the nation to Muslims if voted to power.
The Delhi High Court has ordered Sunita Kejriwal to delete a video of her husband, Arvind Kejriwal, addressing the court from social media platforms. This directive was made in response to a PIL filed by advocate Vaibhav Singh, who argued that sharing court recordings violated court rules and aimed to discredit the judiciary. The court also instructed various social media platforms to remove similar content.
Taking selfies or videos in polling booths is illegal, ensuring voter privacy and preventing election interference. Technology in elections can improve accessibility but introduces cybersecurity risks. India’s laws safeguard voting privacy, prohibiting disclosure of voting choice and use of electronic devices in polling stations. Violations may result in legal consequences and disqualification as a voter.
Today, On 16th May, The Bombay High Court ruled in favour of Malabar Group, declaring an online campaign against the conglomerate as defamatory. The campaign misrepresented the group’s philanthropic efforts, prompting legal action. The court’s decision emphasizes the importance of responsible communication in the business realm and upholds the group’s commitment to social welfare.
The Instagram account ‘Seven Angry Women’ sparked controversy at GNLU-Gujarat National Law University by shedding light on allegations of rape, hate speech, and queerphobia among students. The Gujarat High Court initiated a ‘high-level inquiry’ into the university’s affairs and faculty following the anonymous posts. The university’s response and subsequent actions have led to a decrease in trust among students.