A 42-year-old female constable filed a complaint against Lieutenant Colonel Varun Pratap Singh, accusing him of raping her after falsely promising to marry her. Singh, already married, allegedly used deceit to maintain a relationship, leading to a police case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections for sexual intercourse based on a false promise.
Kunal Kamra is embroiled in controversy following his video “Naya Bharat,” leading to T-Series issuing a copyright strike due to the use of altered song lyrics. Kamra defended his work, claiming it falls under fair use and criticized T-Series for potential implications on other creators. He expressed disdain for corporate dominance, holding up a copy of the Indian Constitution as a symbol of his rights. Maharashtra’s Chief Minister and law enforcement initiated action against Kamra for remarks about Eknath Shinde, while Kamra remains defiant, stating he won’t apologize. The incident has sparked significant political backlash and debates over freedom of expression.
Today, On 18th February, The Supreme Court of India took strong note of podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia’s controversial remarks on a YouTube show, pointing out that his comments were copied from an Australian program. Allahbadia, who faces multiple FIRs, used inappropriate language during the show, which was part of the paid program ‘India’s Got Latent’. The court emphasized the need for clear warnings for adult content to protect viewers.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) issued a strong warning against the spread of fake news regarding a lawyers’ strike on February 12, 2025. The BCI clarified that no such strike has been called and that false information is being circulated to mislead lawyers and tarnish the reputation of its Chairman, Manan Kumar Mishra. It has announced plans to file an FIR against those responsible and urged lawyers not to believe or share such misleading posts on social media.
The Delhi High Court warned the Delhi Jal Board of contempt for not following its orders on sewage treatment plants (STPs). The court said that even after clear instructions to install flow meters at discharge points in all 37 STPs, the board did not take it seriously. Dirty water is still being released into the Yamuna, breaking court rules. Calling the situation “completely not acceptable,” the court showed strong disapproval.
Mahant Raju Das, a priest from Hanuman Garhi, is facing a defamation case for his comments about Mulayam Singh Yadav. He reportedly posted on X, suggesting harmful actions against a statue of Yadav placed in a camp supported by SP workers at the Maha Kumbh. His remarks have led to legal action and public criticism, creating tension around the issue. Authorities are looking into the matter as it gains attention.
NEW DELHI: The state governments of Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, and Rajasthan have established Transgender Welfare Boards. This action follows a directive from the Supreme Court of India, announced on January 21, 2025. The court was informed of the progress during a hearing related to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the Kinner Maa Eksamajik Sanstha Trust.
