Today, On 11th July, In the mandatory Kannada language case, the Karnataka High Court directed the state to “gear up your machinery” and granted three weeks’ time to file its response, emphasizing the need for timely action and clarity.
The Karnataka High Court quashed criminal proceedings against two men, Keerthan Kumar and Sachin Kumar, who were accused of insulting religious beliefs by shouting “Jai Shri Ram” inside a mosque. The court ruled that this act did not “outrage the religious feelings of any class.” The two men, from Dakshin Kannada district, had been charged under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, including 295A, 447, and 506, following a complaint lodged in connection with the incident that occurred in September last year. As per the complaint, the two had entered a local mosque one night in September last year and shouted “Jai Shri Ram.”
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Today, On 28th August A Bengaluru court extended the judicial custody of Kannada actor Darshan, along with his friend Pavithra Gowda and 15 others, in connection with the Renukaswamy murder case. The extension, now until September 9, was ordered due to concerns that granting bail could result in witness intimidation, potentially compromising the investigation. The court emphasized the need to protect the integrity of the case by ensuring that all witnesses remain uninfluenced during the ongoing legal proceedings. This decision underscores the seriousness of the charges and the ongoing scrutiny surrounding the case.
The Karnataka High Court on March 18th directed the State government to halt the sealing of shops and commercial establishments for not meeting the 60 percent Kannada signage requirement. The Court expressed concern over the resistance to comply with the regulation. Meanwhile, practical difficulties and ambiguity surrounding the effective date of the mandate were highlighted during the hearing.
The Supreme Court Bar Association has made history by issuing circulars in Hindi, Urdu, Kannada, Bengali, Marathi, and Assamese for the first time. This pioneering move aims to enhance accessibility and inclusivity within the legal community and reflects a commitment to linguistic diversity. Plans for additional languages in future communications have also been announced.