The Supreme Court Today (Feb 21) asked the Chhattisgarh government to respond to former Advocate General Satish Chandra Verma’s plea for anticipatory bail in the NAN scam, as he claims political vendetta. The State, however, argues that WhatsApp chats prove serious misuse of power.
A court ruled that sending messages like “you are slim, smart, and fair” to an unknown woman at night constitutes obscenity. Such remarks can be intrusive and unwelcome, violating personal boundaries. The judgment highlights the importance of respecting privacy and consent in communication. Unsolicited compliments, especially at odd hours, may be deemed inappropriate and offensive.
Today, On 3rd February, The Supreme Court will hear a petition on February 3, asking for better safety measures for devotees at the Maha Kumbh 2025. The petition was filed after tragic stampede deaths at past gatherings and calls for quick action to avoid such incidents. Chief Justice of India, Sanjiv Khanna, will lead the hearing today. The petition stresses the importance of proper crowd control and safety measures.
The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) said Today (Jan 16) it will decide on January 23 whether to pause a Rs 213.14 crore penalty imposed on Meta by the Competition Commission of India (CCI). The case revolves around WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy, which mandated expanded data sharing with Meta, sparking concerns over user autonomy and data privacy. Meta’s lawyers argue that the CCI overstepped its authority, while the CCI insists on the policy’s unfair impact on users.
Meta Platforms Inc. has appealed to the NCLAT against the Rs 213.14 crore penalty imposed by the CCI for abusing its dominant position through WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy, which mandated expanded data sharing with Meta. The CCI deemed this a “take-it-or-leave-it” approach, violating user autonomy and competition laws. Meta and WhatsApp were directed to cease unfair practices, restrict data sharing for five years, and provide detailed transparency in their policies. The case, deemed significant for the industry, will be heard on January 16, 2025.
The Delhi High Court on Monday (23rd Dec) ordered the suspension of fraudulent social media accounts and websites falsely offering Reliance Retail dealership applications. The court tasked the cyber cell to investigate and report back, while also directing banks to suspend associated accounts. Victims reported financial losses due to the scams, prompting legal action against the impersonators.
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Today, On 6th December, Umar Khalid, arrested in September 2020 regarding the Delhi riots, argued before the Delhi High Court that there are no allegations of violence against him and emphasized his peaceful intent. His defense highlighted a lack of evidence connecting him to any violent acts, asserting his speech invoked non-violence principles instead.
Today, On 14th November, the Supreme Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation seeking to ban WhatsApp for non-compliance with new IT Rules. The petition, which raised security concerns and questioned the app’s encryption, was rejected by the Court, allowing WhatsApp to continue its operations despite claims of potential risks and misinformation.