A Varanasi court took cognisance of a complaint seeking criminal action against Prof Madhu Kishwar over alleged defamatory social media posts targeting political leaders. The plea urges directions to police for registration of an FIR in the matter.
Justice BV Nagarathna highlighted gaps in India’s arbitration system, noting absence of a dedicated forum for arbitrator misconduct complaints. She observed courts hesitate to remove arbitrators, especially former judges, raising concerns over accountability and effective dispute resolution mechanisms.
