The Bombay High Court ordered Yes Bank to pay Rs 50,000 to Microfibers Pvt. Ltd for denying them a bank account without Aadhaar, despite a Supreme Court ruling prohibiting such demands. This ruling reinforces that private entities cannot force Aadhaar for services, affirming legal consequences for violations.
The Bombay High Court asserted that prior relationships do not imply consent for future sexual activity, reinforcing that “No means no.” The court rejected arguments questioning the survivor’s character by the convicted rapists and reaffirmed their conviction, emphasizing that rape is an assault on a woman’s dignity and privacy.
At the MNLU Symposium on AI, Supreme Court Judge Justice Ujjal Bhuyan emphasized the limitations of artificial intelligence in the legal profession. He remarked that while the idea of “AI Judges” is often discussed, true justice requires human judgment. “Judges and lawyers cannot be driven by AI in 95 per cent of the cases,” he stated. Justice Bhuyan highlighted the irreplaceable role of human discretion and empathy in the judicial process.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) raised concerns about lawyers using social media for promotion. It said that such actions are a “violation of professional ethics” as lawyers are not allowed to advertise their services. The BCI warned that this can lead to misinformation and harm the dignity of the legal profession. Lawyers are advised to follow ethical guidelines and maintain the respect of the judiciary.
Today, On 12th February, The Delhi High Court refused to hear a petition by Justice SN Dhingra against election freebies. The court suggested that he approach the Supreme Court, as a similar case is already pending there. Justice Dhingra had challenged the distribution of freebies by political parties during elections. The decision directs the matter to the highest court for further consideration.
NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court stating that consent for sexual relations does not include permission to capture private moments or share them on social media. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, while rejecting the bail plea of an accused in a rape case, emphasized that consent cannot be misused for exploitation.
A man reportedly used a mobile app to secretly record his wife’s private conversations for years. He submitted these recordings as evidence in a divorce case, which drew criticism. The Supreme Court raised questions about the legality and fairness of using such recordings. The case highlights concerns about privacy and misuse of technology in legal matters.
Justice Sanjeev Khanna has been nominated by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud as the next Chief Justice of India, set to assume office on November 10. Known for impactful rulings on constitutional law and human rights, Justice Khanna’s leadership is expected to enhance the Supreme Court’s commitment to justice and individual rights.
Today(on 4th July), in the Delhi High Court, WhatsApp challenged India’s 2021 IT Rules, contesting the requirement to disclose information origins, emphasizing privacy concerns. Counsel Tejas Karia represented WhatsApp before Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora, highlighting potential impacts on user privacy rights.
