The CBFC has filed a caveat in the Supreme Court in the Jana Nayagan release case, asking that no order be passed without hearing it. The move follows the Madras High Court’s decision to flag concerns over references to the Army and religious sentiments in the film.
Today, On 27th January, A Division Bench of the Madras High Court allowed the CBFC’s appeal and set aside the single judge’s order directing censor clearance for Vijay’s film Jana Nayagan. The court sent the CBFC dispute back for fresh reconsideration today.
Today, On 18th September, In the CJI’s Deity Remark Row, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta cautioned that every action today faces an unequal reaction on social media. He warned that such misrepresentation can distort public perception and impact the credibility of institutions.
Today, On 18th September, Chief Justice of India clarified in court that his remarks were wrongly portrayed on social media, stressing, “I have respect for all religions,” as #ImpeachTheCJI trended online over the Lord Vishnu idol restoration plea.
The Supreme Court’s remark, “Go and Ask the Deity Itself to Do Something,” on Lord Vishnu in the Khajuraho idol case sparked nationwide outrage, with “Impeach the CJI” trending as devotees said their religious sentiments were deeply hurt.
A petition has been filed seeking an FIR against former Uttar Pradesh Minister Swami Prasad Maurya and Sambhal MLA Iqbal Mahmood for allegedly making derogatory remarks, claiming, “Kanwar pilgrimage has more goons and thugs than Shiva devotees.”
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has challenged the FIR lodged against him, moving the Supreme Court and filing a privilege motion against senior Jharkhand officials. The move escalates the political and legal tussle between the MP and the state administration.
Supreme Court has asked petitioners to approach Delhi High Court over the challenge to Udaipur Files release. The film, based on tailor Kanhaiya Lal’s murder, faces objections for allegedly vilifying Muslims.
Rajasthan HC Dismisses Plea Over ‘Malicious’ Ayodhya Verdict Question in LL.B. Exam. Court says academic freedom cannot be curtailed merely because sentiments are hurt, unless the language used is clearly offensive, defamatory, or unlawful; upholds autonomy of educational institutions in syllabus design.
Madras High Court declines to close suo motu case against ex-Minister K Ponmudi for lewd joke on Shaivite-Vaishnavite tilaks. Court warns politicians can’t misuse Article 19 under the guise of free speech.
