Justice Gautam Patel of the Bombay High Court expressed concern over judges facing “intolerable pressure” and “beyond brutal” working hours amid discussions on the Information Technology (IT) Rules Amendment and the proposed Fact-Check Unit. The court adjourned the hearing to February 8, urging the Centre not to notify the FCU until a third judge decides on the issue.
The Bombay High Court recently delivered a divided verdict on petitions challenging the Information Technology (IT) rules, specifically those addressing the Fact-Checking Unit (FCU). This drew attention due to contrasting opinions by Justices Patel and Gokhale. The case, involving high-profile petitioners like Kunal Kamra, could have far-reaching implications for freedom of expression and government regulation online.