In a defamation case filed in the Delhi High Court, BJD MP Pinaki Misra accuses advocate Jai Anant Dehadrai of making baseless corruption allegations, referring to him as “Canning Lane,” “Odia Babu,” and the “Dalal of Puri.” Misra seeks an apology, damages, and removal of defamatory content from Twitter and news platforms. The suit highlights Misra’s limited interaction with Dehadrai and his association with Dehadrai’s former partner, TMC leader Mahua Moitra. Dehadrai allegedly accused Moitra and Misra of bribery and corruption. Dehadrai repeatedly posted defamatory tweets accusing Misra of criminal involvement, and also established an anonymous account to disseminate defamatory accusations. Misra’s defamation case has been filed with the assistance of advocate Samudra Sarangi.
A Delhi Court has demanded action against Investigating Officer ASI Naresh Kumar for mishandling a drug case, focusing on minor offenders instead of the main culprits. Judge Ekta Gauba Mann emphasized the need to uphold the law without promoting criminal activities and ordered an Action Taken Report within a month. Charges were filed against three individuals under the NDPS Act.
Two Karnataka High Court judges, Justice SG Pandit and Justice Pradeep Singh Yerur, received intimidating and potentially dangerous phone calls, prompting them to file detailed FIRs to the Vidhan Soudha Police Station in Bengaluru. The calls were part of a coordinated effort to harass and defraud, leading to a formalized police investigation to uncover the culprits.
AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi opposes Allahabad High Court’s ruling on Uttar Pradesh Madrasa Act, citing constitutional provisions for educational autonomy under Articles 29 and 30. He questions the UP government’s intentions and vows legal action, emphasizing the cultural and educational significance of madrasas in the Muslim community. Owaisi’s stance sparks a critical debate.
Credit Suisse Today informed the Supreme Court that SpiceJet settled its dues, avoiding further defaults. Justices scheduled a hearing for July to ensure compliance. The case involves SpiceJet owing $20 million to SR Technics. The court had directed SpiceJet to settle the dues by March 15 and abstain from taking further risks. Previous disputes led to legal action.
The Chandigarh Consumer Commission fined SpiceJet and a travel agent for incomplete refunds on COVID-cancelled flights, despite ministry advisories. Complainants only received partial reimbursements. The commission ordered full refunds with interest and compensation for mental agony and litigation costs, totaling Rs.15,000. The case was titled Prahlad Bhagat Vasudeva and Ors v. SpiceJet Ltd and Anr.
The Delhi High Court has ordered a swift investigation into the tragic incident at Kalkaji temple, where a woman died in a stage collapse during a religious event. The court emphasized the need for permission for such events and directed the police to take action against those responsible. Safety protocols and crowd management were highlighted for future events.
The Delhi High Court uncovered a lawyer’s forgery of a bail order, prompting a judicial uproar. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma initiated a case against the breach of legal trust, directing a police complaint. The Court is implementing stringent verification processes to ensure the authenticity of judicial documents, aiming to uphold integrity and trust in the judicial system.
Guwahati Police issued a legal notice on 12th March, against the ‘Sarbatmak Hartal’, warning of potential property damage and legal actions due to the protest against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). The All Assam Students’ Union has vehemently opposed the CAA, citing it as unjust, communal, and a threat to indigenous communities, vowing a peaceful, legal fight.
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Today (13th March): Umar Khalid, an activist and former JNU scholar, has filed a petition in the Delhi High Court contesting the dropping of charges against individuals accused of attempting to murder him. The court has issued a notice to the Delhi Police and the accused individuals, scheduling further proceedings for May 21. This follows an incident outside the Constitution Club in New Delhi in 2018.