Owning an animal and answering for the harm it causes are different questions, the Kerala High Court has said, holding that the State cannot avoid liability for wild animal attacks on the ground that it neither owns nor controls the animals. The Court dismissed the State’s second appeal against damages awarded to a Wayanad farmer […]
Vulgar words alone do not make out Section 354A IPC; the complaint must specifically allege a sexually coloured remark, the Kerala High Court has held. Kochi: The Kerala High Court has quashed the sexual harassment charge under Section 354A(1)(iv) of the Indian Penal Code against a man accused of abusing a woman in obscene language, […]
Boby Chemmanur, a businessman, was arrested on January 8, 2025, after actress Honey Rose accused him of sexual harassment during a jewellery event. The Kerala High Court granted him bail, subject to strict conditions, emphasizing the need for caution in societal comments about body image. Chemmanur denied the charges, claiming they were baseless.
Boby Chemmanur has approached the Kerala High Court seeking bail in a sexual harassment case. He was arrested following an FIR based on a complaint by a Malayalam actress, who accused him of making sexually inappropriate remarks at an event. Chemmanur was subsequently remanded in custody. The case has drawn significant attention, highlighting the issue of misconduct at public gatherings.
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Navya Haridas approached the Kerala High Court, raising questions about the recent election victory of Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi in the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll held on November 13. Navya Haridas had also stood from the Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency but lost to the Priyanka Gandhi Vadra by 5,12,399 votes.
The Central Government has sanctioned Rs.153 crore for relief and development in Wayanad following a landslide disaster. This funding, contingent on state contributions, addresses immediate recovery needs. Kerala has also requested Rs.2,219 crore for comprehensive reconstruction, which is under review. The region, prone to landslides, faces severe humanitarian and environmental challenges.
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The Kerala High Court rebuked the UDF and LDF for organizing a hartal in Wayanad on November 19, criticizing it as counterproductive and against public interest. The court highlighted ongoing rehabilitation delays after the July landslides and stressed the need for a responsible political approach. It will monitor compliance with relief measures in the next hearing on November 29.
Today, On 25th October, The Kerala High Court ruled that the Model Code of Conduct for the upcoming Lok Sabha by-elections must not hinder ongoing relief efforts in landslide-affected Wayanad, emphasizing the protection of ecological areas during campaigning. The Court also mandated adherence to eco-friendly practices and called for an assessment of residents’ financial conditions due to accumulated debts.
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The Kerala High Court criticized delays in central aid to Wayanad’s landslide victims, directing the government to provide details by next Friday. Meanwhile, Kerala’s representative, Prof. K V Thomas, met with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, pressing for immediate assistance. The state’s persistent plea highlights the urgent need for timely disaster relief.
Today, On 16th August, The Kerala High Court decided to conduct weekly hearings on flood relief and preventive measures following the Wayanad landslides. The court will track scientific studies, rehabilitation efforts, and identify vulnerable areas. The division bench stressed the importance of a balanced approach to development and emphasized the need for continuous oversight and updates on key issues.