X Corp told the Karnataka High Court that the Centre’s Sahyog portal allows arbitrary censorship without legal safeguards. The court will hear the matter next on July 17.
Today, On 7th February, The Karnataka High Court granted anticipatory bail to former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa in a POCSO case. The case was filed based on allegations by a woman who accused Yediyurappa of molesting her 17-year-old daughter. The court’s decision provides relief to the senior BJP leader, preventing his immediate arrest. The case continues to be under legal scrutiny.
Revanna is facing serious charges in at least four separate cases, including rape, sexual assault, and criminal intimidation. Last week, he approached the High Court, asking for copies of all digital evidence collected by the State Special Investigation Team (SIT). Karnataka: The Karnataka High Court on Thursday (16th Jan) ruled that Prajwal Revanna, a suspended […]
The Karnataka High Court on Wednesday (4th Dec) rejected a request for a CBI probe into the suicide of a woman lawyer who alleged police torture. Justice M. Nagaprasanna formed a Special Investigation Team to investigate the claims and potential guilt of the Investigating Officer. The case involves serious allegations related to a financial fraud investigation.
The Karnataka High Court on Thursday (7th Nov) quashed a FIR against BJP President JP Nadda, ruling that his election speech did not constitute undue influence as defined by the Indian Penal Code. Justice Nagaprasanna stated that Nadda’s appeal for votes lacked any problematic content, affirming there was no evidence for the alleged offences.
Today, On 24th October, the Supreme Court criticized a petition requesting an investigation into Karnataka High Court Judge M. Nagaprasanna’s recusal, allowing its withdrawal. The Court deemed the petition inappropriate, expressing concerns about potential misinterpretations of judicial conduct and emphasizing the importance of respecting judicial discretion without implying ulterior motives against judges.
BJP chief B.Y. Vijayendra demanded Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s resignation after the High Court upheld the Governor’s order for an investigation into the MUDA scam. Siddaramaiah faces allegations of irregularities involving his family’s site allotments. Vijayendra urged Siddaramaiah to respect the court’s ruling and withdraw accusations against the Governor.
The Karnataka High Court reversed its ruling on child pornography, acknowledging an oversight and recalling its previous decision to allow further investigation. Justice Nagaprasanna emphasized that judges are human and can make mistakes, stating that continuing with an erroneous decision is not heroic. The Court allowed the recall based on inherent powers.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that individuals involved in prostitution cannot be prosecuted under Section 5 of the Immoral Traffic Prevention Act, 1956, emphasizing that the law does not intend punishment for the victims. This significant judgment underscores the judiciary’s commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of those coerced into prostitution.
