The Madras High Court dismissed 13 Indian companies’ appeals against Google’s new billing policy. The companies were granted temporary protection from delisting for three weeks. The legal battle began in 2020 when Google mandated the use of its billing system. This case highlights the power struggle between tech giants and smaller companies in the digital market.
In a landmark judgment, the Madras High Court has redefined the contours of marital cruelty, emphasizing that a husband’s neglect in providing financial assistance and failing to include his wife and children in his service register amounts to cruelty. This significant ruling came about in a case where a wife appealed against a Family Court […]
New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India, On January16, dismissed a petition seeking criminal action against Tamil actor Dhanush and the producers and distributors of the 2014 movie ‘Vela Illa Pattadhari’, under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act 2003 (COTPA). The petition was based on allegations that the film’s posters, depicting the lead actor […]
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has awarded ₹5 lakh compensation to a rape victim who was subjected to the controversial two-finger test, expressing strong disapproval of the violation of the victim’s rights. The Court also emphasized the violation of guidelines and protocols, directed an inquiry against the doctors involved, and set a landmark precedent in upholding the dignity and rights of rape survivors.
In the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Justice Pankaj Jain’s alleged homophobic remarks during a hearing have sparked controversy. Despite the decriminalization of homosexuality by the Supreme Court, Justice Jain’s comments drew criticism for contrasting same-sex rights with personal morality. The incident highlights ongoing challenges for the acceptance and rights of the LGBT community in India.
Urges Education and Counseling Over Punishment The Madras High Court recently addressed the issue of pornography addiction among Generation Z, emphasizing the need for societal guidance and education. This statement was made in the context of a case involving child pornography. Also read-Madras High Court Advocates For Horizontal Reservation For Transgender Persons (lawchakra.in) Justice Anand […]
The Madras High Court upholds the barring of O Paneerselvam from using AIADMK’s symbol, flag, and letterhead, marking a setback in his legal battle with rival Edappadi K Palaniswami. Despite OPS’s expulsion, the court refuses to overturn the injunction, reflecting the judiciary’s role in resolving internal party disputes. This ruling is a pivotal moment in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape.
The Madras High Court, led by Chief Justice SV Gangapurwala and Justice Bharatha Chakravarthy, has taken a significant step towards ensuring the rights of transgender and intersex persons. The court has asked the Advocate General to consider implementing a horizontal reservation policy for transgender and intersex persons in public employment and education, with instructions to […]
The PIL, which seeks the implementation of the ‘Kavach’ scheme, also calls for the establishment of an expert commission. In a significant move towards enhancing railway safety in India, the Supreme Court has called for the Central Government’s response regarding the implementation of the ‘Kavach’ scheme, aimed at preventing train accidents. The hearing, led by […]
