Supreme Court Quashes HC Ban on Using CM Stalin’s Name & Photo in Welfare Schemes, Fines AIADMK MP Rs 10 Lakh: “Unwarranted and Abuse of Law”

The Supreme Court Today (Aug 6) set aside Madras High Court order that stopped the Tamil Nadu government from using names or photos of current or past CM in welfare schemes. It also fined AIADMK leader C Ve Shanmugam Rs 10 lakh for misusing the law.

Supreme Court To Hear Challenge To Madras HC Ban On Using Living Persons & Ex-CM’s Names & Photos In Govt Scheme Ads

A plea in the Supreme Court Today (Aug 4) challenged the Madras High Court order banning the use of living persons’ names, ex-CMs’ photos, and party symbols in government scheme ads. The case will be heard urgently on August 6.

“Masking Names of Acquitted Individuals Upholds Proportionality & Fairness”: HC Orders Removal of Estranged Couple’s Identity from Records

The Delhi High Court ruled to remove an estranged couple’s names from online records related to their matrimonial dispute, emphasizing the right to privacy and the principle of being forgotten. The Court directed authorities to implement this order promptly, highlighting the need to balance public information access with individual dignity and fairness.