Madras High court judge Justice Anand Venkatesh’s remarks on alleged Hindi imposition have reignited Tamil Nadu’s language debate, stressing cultural identity and historic resistance. Sharing a personal story about his son, he urged students to value linguistic rights and regional pride across generations.
The Madras High Court reprimanded Minister Ponmudy for offensive remarks about Shaivite and Vaishnavite communities, emphasizing that no one in power is above the law. Justice Venkatesh ordered a single FIR against him by April 23, urging accountability for hate speech regardless of political affiliation. Ponmudy was removed from a DMK leadership role.
Madras: The Madras High Court has raised concerns over the continued use of the term “Gender Identity Disorder” to describe transgender individuals and those belonging to the LGBTQIA+ community. Justice Anand Venkatesh strongly objected to such terminology, emphasizing that it wrongly suggests that being LGBTQIA+ is a disorder when, in reality, it is a natural identity.
The Supreme Court today stayed a Madras High Court judgment that reinstated corruption cases against Tamil Nadu Ministers KKSSR Ramachandran and Thangam Thenarasu. The Court issued a notice to the State and other respondents, instructing them to submit their replies within four weeks. The High Court’s single-judge initiated criminal revision proceedings following allegations of disproportionate assets.
Today(on 10th June), Madras High Court praises Tamil Nadu’s inclusive LGBTQIA+ policy. The court applauds the state’s progressive stance, extends the deadline, and directs curriculum revision to ban conversion therapy. Justice Venkatesh emphasizes the significance of these efforts in setting a national example and fostering an inclusive environment for the LGBTQ+ community, receiving wide appreciation.
The Madras High Court on Monday has overturned a special court’s decision to close a case against Tamil Nadu Minister I Periyasamy, related to illegal land allotment charges. The High Court’s directive mandates that Periyasamy, who served as the Housing Minister during the DMK regime, will now have to stand trial, marking a significant move […]
The Supreme Court directed the Madras High Court to reconsider the judges presiding over suo motu proceedings against Tamil Nadu politicians. The case emphasizes the procedural intricacies and judicial discretion in the Indian legal system. The court highlighted the Chief Justice’s pivotal role, balancing judicial independence and procedural correctness, setting a precedent for future cases.