The Kerala High Court ordered YouTube and Instagram to remove offensive edits of a minor girl’s movie review that were distorted to mock her. The girl’s mother petitioned the court after attempts to report the videos failed. The ruling emphasizes the platforms’ legal obligation to protect children’s content from harm.
YouTuber Mohak Mangal accused Asian News International (ANI) of misusing copyright laws to extort money from creators. After receiving strikes for using brief ANI footage, Mangal claims ANI requested ₹45-50 lakh to remove them. The situation raises concerns about copyright ethics and threatens the digital creator community in India.
The Delhi High Court criticised a YouTuber for missing a hearing in a copyright case involving alleged theft of a teacher’s notes. The Court said he was “playing games with the court” and showed disregard for proceedings.
Today, On 13th May, The Central Government has withdrawn its blocking order against the YouTube channel 4PM News, the Supreme Court was informed today, bringing relief to the digital news platform after a legal battle.
The petition filed by Isha Foundation, which claims that various videos and online posts are spreading “false and motivated propaganda” against the organization. NEW DELHI: On Friday, 9th May, YouTuber and journalist Shyam Meera Singh informed the Delhi High Court that he had removed his video containing allegations against Isha Foundation and its founder Jaggi […]
Today, On 5th May, The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Centre on a plea filed by 4PM News, challenging the blocking of its YouTube channel by the government citing national security grounds.
Journalist Sanjay Sharma has approached the Supreme Court challenging the blocking of his YouTube news channel ‘4PM’, calling the action “arbitrary & unconstitutional” and questioning the legality of the IT Blocking Rules.
Today, On 21st April, The Supreme Court noted that the investigation against YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia is complete. It has scheduled the hearing for his plea seeking the return of his passport on April 28.
The Bombay High Court initiated contempt proceedings against lawyer Nilesh Ojha for making scandalous statements during a press conference about the Disha Salian death case. The court found his remarks, which targeted a judge’s integrity, objectionable and ordered the immediate removal of the related video from online platforms. Further hearings are scheduled.
The Calcutta High Court quashed the case against a man accused of mocking Mamata Banerjee in a YouTube video. Justice Ajay Kumar Gupta stated that there was no strong evidence or valid grounds to continue the trial. He noted that filing a charge sheet without solid proof is not enough to justify legal proceedings. The verdict reinforces the importance of substantial evidence in criminal cases.
