ANI has filed a defamation suit against YouTuber Mohak Mangal in the Delhi High Court, accusing him of making false claims of extortion and copyright misuse. The suit also includes comedian Kunal Kamra and activist Mohammed Zubair for sharing Mangal’s video, which ANI claims harms its reputation and misuses its trademarks.
The Kerala High Court granted Akhil Marar, a film director, interim protection from arrest for comments made during a Facebook Live on the Indo-Pak conflict. Marar claims his statements were political analysis, not threats to national integrity. His anticipatory bail petition will be heard on May 28, 2025, following police claims against him.
Today, On 1st April, The Supreme Court bench, led by Justice AS Oka and Justice Bhuyan, condemned the Uttar Pradesh government for demolishing the homes of a lawyer, a professor, and others without following proper legal procedures. The bench cited a distressing video of a girl fleeing with books, highlighting the widespread disturbance caused by the demolitions. They emphasized the failure to adhere to the law in such actions, criticizing the lack of due process. The court’s remarks the importance of safeguarding citizens’ rights against arbitrary actions.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar faces controversy after a video shows him nudging his chief secretary during the national anthem, sparking allegations of disrespect. A petition seeks police action under relevant laws, citing potential violations. The court will hear the case on March 25 amid rising political tensions ahead of elections.
A Jashpur court registered a criminal case against BJP MLA Raymuni Bhagat for alleged objectionable remarks about Jesus made on September 1, 2023. Complaints from the Christian community prompted this action after police directed them to court. The case includes charges of promoting enmity and wounding religious sentiments, with Bhagat required to appear on January 10, 2024.
AAP leader Manish Sisodia criticized BJP MP Manoj Tiwari for sharing a misleading video of Arvind Kejriwal, claiming it falsely portrayed Kejriwal insulting the Indian Constitution, when he was actually referring to the Congress party’s Constitution. The exchange escalated amidst ongoing debates over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s controversial remarks on BR Ambedkar, sparking accusations of political misrepresentation from both sides.
The Supreme Court on Thursday (28th Nov) is reviewing a Public Interest Litigation by Tushar Gandhi concerning the slapping of a Muslim student in Muzaffarnagar and violations of the Right to Education Act. Senior Advocate Shadan Farasat highlighted the lack of enforcement against religious discrimination and addressed inadequacies in the chargesheet regarding child cruelty.
Saharanpur (UP): Today (On Oct 23) Imran Masood, a Congress MP, faced charges for making inflammatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2014, during a rally. His statement, which also contained derogatory comments about BSP leaders, incited public outrage and went viral. The special court recorded testimonies from 19 witnesses in the ongoing trial.
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