Peaceful Protest Is a Democratic Right, Demonstrations Cannot Be Criminalised: Madras High Court

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court quashed the FIR against seven Hindu Munnani members arrested for an August 2025 protest in K Pudur, ruling that peaceful protest is a democratic right and demonstrations cannot be criminalised.

Apple Trying to Scuttle Probe: CCI Tells Delhi High Court, Defends Global Turnover Penalties

The Delhi High Court issued notice to the Central government and CCI on Apple’s plea challenging penalties on global turnover. CCI argued the law ensures even companies with no base in India can be penalised for anti-competitive practices.

“Conviction Not Based on Reliable Evidence”: Gujarat High Court Frees 3 in 2002 Post-Godhra Riots Case After 19 Years

Gujarat High Court overturns 2006 convictions in the 2002 riots case citing unreliable evidence and flawed identification. Court rules that no credible proof linked accused to arson or unlawful assembly.

“Don’t Rush to Contempt”: Ex-Judges Back Lawyer Who Accused Justice GR Swaminathan of Caste Bias

Eight retired Madras High Court judges urged restraint on contempt action against Advocate Vanchinathan. They said only the CJI can act on misconduct claims under SC’s 1995 precedent.

Mediclaim Amount Cannot Be Deducted from Motor Accident Compensation: Bombay High Court

The Bombay High Court ruled that mediclaim payments cannot be deducted from compensation awarded under the Motor Vehicles Act. This affirms that compensation for accidents is a statutory right, while mediclaim is based on a separate contractual agreement, ensuring victims receive full compensation without unfair deductions based on insurance payouts.

Gauhati High Court: 12% GST Applies to Fruit Pulp & Juice-Based Carbonated Drinks, Not 28%

Gauhati: The Gauhati High Court decided that the carbonated fruit drinks manufactured by Guwahati-based XSS Beverages fall under the category of “fruit pulp or fruit juice-based drinks” and are subject to a 12% Goods and Services Tax (GST).