Salman Khan’s personality rights are set to be protected as the Delhi High Court plans to grant a stay on the unauthorized use of the actor’s name and photos. The move targets misuse for commercial merchandise sales.
Salman Khan has filed a petition in the Delhi High Court seeking protection of his personality rights against the unauthorised use of his name, image, and identity. He wants strict action against unknown entities exploiting his personality for commercial gain.
A complaint has been filed in the Kota Consumer Court against Bollywood actor Salman Khan over his pan masala advertisement, alleging that as a role model, he should not promote such products that send a wrong message to the youth.
Today, On 15th October, The Delhi High Court protected singer Kumar Sanu’s personality and publicity rights, ordering removal of objectionable videos from social media. Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora said a detailed interim injunction will safeguard his name, voice, style, and likeness.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said the state may move to court if necessary to get its rightful share of central grants. He also criticised the Centre over GST rationalisation, saying Karnataka bears the losses.
Bombay High Court protects Asha Bhosle’s personality rights against AI misuse.The court observed, “Making AI tools to convert any voice into a celebrity’s without permission violates personality rights,” reinforcing the importance of safeguarding public figures’ personal identity and public persona.
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.
A Lucknow court has registered a case against ANI Editor Smita Prakash over false news attributed to the Election Commission of India. The complaint said ANI circulated statements not released on ECI’s official website or verified platforms.
The Supreme Court ruled that a proprietorship is only a trade name and not a juristic person with separate legal status, holding that while such a concern can be sued, it cannot itself initiate legal proceedings.
A petition has been filed seeking an FIR against former Uttar Pradesh Minister Swami Prasad Maurya and Sambhal MLA Iqbal Mahmood for allegedly making derogatory remarks, claiming, “Kanwar pilgrimage has more goons and thugs than Shiva devotees.”
