The Delhi High Court held that the PM CARES Fund does not lose its right to privacy under the RTI Act merely because it is managed or controlled by the government. The Court clarified that third-party privacy protections under Section 8(1)(j) of the RTI Act apply equally to public and private entities.
The Karnataka High Court dismissed Lakshya Sen’s plea seeking to stay the forgery investigation related to his birth certificate. The court ruled that the probe will continue, allowing authorities to investigate the age manipulation allegations. The case involves claims of document forgery linked to badminton tournaments. Sen’s petition rejected as the court found no valid […]
Yesterday, On 25th October, the Supreme Court issued a contempt notice to Andhra Pradesh’s Chief Secretary for alleged violations regarding the Kolleru Lake wetlands protection. The court highlighted non-compliance with a 2006 order mandating the restoration of the sanctuary, including demolishing illegal fish tanks. The Chief Secretary must explain the disregard for these directives.
The State Bank of India refuses to disclose electoral bond SOPs, citing “commercial confidence” and intellectual property concerns. An advocate’s appeal for transparency has been denied, leading to escalation to the Central Information Commission. This reflects broader concerns about transparency in political funding, highlighting the tension between transparency advocates and institutions prioritizing confidentiality.
Today (8th April): The Supreme Court rejected AAP leader Sanjay Singh’s appeal regarding the disclosure of PM Narendra Modi’s academic qualifications. The Court refused to intervene in the defamation case against Singh, upholding the summons issued by the trial court. The case will proceed, emphasizing that free speech does not extend to defamation.
