The Supreme Court declined to hear a plea seeking removal of a High Court judge’s husband from the post of Standing Counsel in Uttar Pradesh. CJI Surya Kant stressed that such matters should be handled administratively and cautioned against naming or targeting individuals.
The Allahabad High Court has ordered social media platforms to immediately remove all defamatory content targeting spiritual leader Swami Rambhadracharya. The court emphasized prompt action to protect reputation and uphold the principles of media responsibility.
Today, On 18th September, Karnataka High Court has dismissed a PIL seeking to stay the release of Jolly LLB 3, imposing a Rs.50,000 cost on petitioner Syeda Neelufur for wasting judicial time. The Court warned of coercive action if payment is not made by October 4.
Today, On 17th September, On The Bombay High Court dismissed a PIL seeking to block the release of Jolly LLB 3, which claimed the film mocks the judiciary. The court said, “Don’t worry, we face the mocking right from day one of our judgeships.”
The Allahabad High Court dismissed a petition against Akshay Kumar’s Jolly LLB 3, stating there was “nothing objectionable, no hindrance to legal profession”, after reviewing the song Bhai Vakeel Hai and finding no disrespect to advocates.
The Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh has urged the Supreme Court to transfer Justice Sangeeta Chandra from the Allahabad High Court amid rising tensions following her contempt order against Senior Advocate SC Mishra. The council seeks her transfer and requested she refrain from judicial duties until resolved, reflecting discontent within the legal community.
