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The Allahabad High Court has reserved its verdict on a plea filed by journalist Mohammed Zubair, co-founder of fact-checking website Alt News, seeking the quashing of an FIR registered against him for a tweet related to controversial religious leader Yati Narsinghanand. The case originates from a social media post in which Zubair allegedly made remarks […]

Background The Rajasthan High Court has directed the removal of criminal records of juveniles involved in minor offenses, reinforcing the principle that children in conflict with the law should be given a fair chance at rehabilitation. The ruling came in response to petitions challenging the retention of past criminal records, which often act as a

Background The Supreme Court strongly criticized the police for filing an FIR against a Congress MP over alleged remarks, emphasizing that law enforcement must develop a mature understanding of free speech, especially after 75 years of India’s Constitution. The bench was hearing a petition challenging the FIR, which was registered under provisions of the Indian

Background The Supreme Court has held that calling someone “Miyan-Tiyan” or “Pakistani” does not amount to an offense under laws protecting religious sentiments. The ruling came in response to a petition challenging remarks made in a public setting, alleging that such language was intended to incite religious discord and communal disharmony. The complainant argued that

Background The Supreme Court has permitted YouTuber and entrepreneur Ranveer Allahbadia to resume his podcast, The Ranveer Show, after it was previously restricted due to legal concerns. The show, which features discussions on self-improvement, entrepreneurship, and public figures, was halted following a dispute over alleged content violations. Court’s Rationale Existing Measures Conclusion The ruling reinforces

Background The Bombay High Court has asked the central government to respond to a petition challenging the suspension of a LinkedIn account over posts related to edtech company Byju’s. The petitioner alleged that LinkedIn, a Microsoft-owned platform, unfairly blocked their account after they posted critical content regarding Byju’s financial and operational issues. Court’s Rationale Existing

Background The Supreme Court has set aside a rape case against a man who was booked after being in a consensual relationship with the complainant for 16 years. The Court observed that such allegations, when made after an extended period of voluntary association, require careful scrutiny to prevent misuse of the law. Court’s Rationale Existing

Background Senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra has been re-elected as the Chairman of the Bar Council of India (BCI) for the seventh consecutive term. His continued leadership reflects the confidence of the legal fraternity in his governance of the apex regulatory body for lawyers in India. Bar Council’s Decision Key Contributions During Previous Terms Conclusion

Background The Delhi High Court has framed guidelines to regulate the use of smartphones in schools while rejecting a complete ban. The court was hearing a petition seeking restrictions on mobile phone usage by students, citing concerns over distractions, cyber threats, and mental health issues. Court’s Rationale Existing Measures Conclusion The Delhi High Court’s guidelines

Background A Mumbai court has directed the registration of an FIR against former SEBI chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch over alleged misconduct during her tenure. The order came in response to a complaint accusing her of misusing her position while handling regulatory matters. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced its intention to