The Supreme Court ruled that using terms like “Pakistani” or “Miyan-Tiyan” may be offensive but does not amount to hurting religious sentiments under IPC Section 298, leading to the accused’s discharge from all charges.
A Delhi Court directed police to file an FIR and investigate journalist Rana Ayyub’s tweets on Hindu deities and Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, following allegations of mocking Hindu beliefs and promoting communal discord. The Court emphasized the seriousness of the accusations under IPC Sections 153A, 295A, and 505, calling for swift police action to ensure justice.
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The Bombay High Court issued a temporary injunction against the release of Annu Kapoor’s upcoming film “Hamare Baarah” until June 14. The film, initially set to debut in theaters on June 7, faces legal hurdles following a petition filed by Pune resident Azhar Tamboli, who alleges the film is offensive to Muslim sentiments and misrepresents the Quran.