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Kerala High Court stays release of The Kerala Story 2, directs CBFC to re-examine the film In what can be regarded as a major setback to the makers of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, the Kerala High Court on Thursday granted an interim stay against the release of the film, arguing that the UA certification by the Central Board Of Film Certification (CBFC) is questionable. The stay comes a couple of days after the court asked the producers to not release the film until the court delivers its verdict. This court order is also a big blow to the CBFC as the ostensible final authority for the suitability/non suitability of a film to be shown to the public. The court in its order also said that the guidelines for ensuring a film does not disrupt the society’s equilibrium appear not to have been adhered to by the CBFC. Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas told the CBFC to re-examine the objections raised in the petitions within two weeks. Until the board gives a fresh decision, the film cannot be released. The court said it usually avoids interfering with a movie’s release, but stepped in because the concerns seemed real and needed careful review. The film was scheduled to be released on February 27. With the film, the only major release this week, being postponed the theatre exhibitors are in a panic. This writer spoke to Kumar Abhishek, Manager Connplex in Patna at 2. 55 pm on Thursday. “Sir, abhi tak humein koi information nahin aaya hai (we have no information about the postponeme... #Kerala #High_Court #Court #film #High #Kerala_Story #Central_Board #Kerala_High #Story #Film_Certification

'Yadav Ji ki...' doesn't defame community: Supreme Court The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea to ban or alter the title of the film 'Yadav Ji ki Love Story'. Justices Nagarathna and Bhuyan found no negative portrayal of the Yadav community in the title, deeming the petitioner's concerns 'wholly unfounded'. #Supreme_Court #title #Supreme #Yadav #Court #Justices_Nagarathna #Story #Love_Story #Yadav_community #Bhuyan_found

DJI takes its US ban to the Supreme Court, claiming the rulings 'violate the Constitution' – but it may be fighting a losing battle There doesn't seem much hope that a US ban for DJI will be reversed, but the Chinese company is trying anyway. #Supreme_Court #DJI #Court #Chinese_company #ban #losing_battle #Constitution

No question of Aadhaar being used to claim citizenship: Supreme Court #Supreme_Court #Supreme #Court #claim_citizenship #Aadhaar

Karnataka High Court refuses urgent hearing in Ranveer Singh - Kantara Daiva case The Karnataka High Court has declined to grant an urgent hearing in the plea filed by Ranveer Singh in connection with the Kantara Daiva case. As per a report by India Today, the court observed that the actor could not be given preferential treatment owing to his celebrity status and dismissed his request for an immediate listing. The matter has now been scheduled for hearing on February 24. Ranveer Singh had moved the High Court on Tuesday, seeking the quashing of criminal proceedings initiated against him following a complaint that accused him of hurting religious sentiments. The complaint pertains to an incident at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa last year, where Singh was present on stage alongside Kannada actor-filmmaker Rishab Shetty. During the event, Singh praised Shetty’s performance in Kantara: Chapter 1. However, despite Shetty’s apparent hesitation, Singh reportedly mimicked certain expressions associated with the portrayal of Panjurli/Guliga Daiva from the film. The complainant has alleged that the imitation amounted to a disrespectful depiction of a sacred daiva tradition. The private complaint was filed by advocate Prashanth Methal before the 1st Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM) Court. Acting on the court’s direction, the matter was referred to the High Grounds police, who subsequently registered a First Information Report (FIR) against Sing... #Singh #High_Court #Court #Court_refuses #Ranveer_Singh #Karnataka_High #urgent_hearing #Daiva_case #refuses_urgent #Kantara_Daiva

Relying on decades-old rulings, SC acquits stepdad of 6-yr-old's murder A six-year-old girl's murder case saw her stepfather acquitted by the Supreme Court. The court found the evidence weak, citing a botched investigation. The stepfather was the last person seen with the child. His statement leading to the discovery of her remains was deemed inadmissible. The court highlighted the lack of corpus delicti and specified time of death. #Supreme_Court #Supreme #Court #murder_case #girl_murder #decades-old_rulings #acquits_stepdad #stepfather_acquitted #murder #court_found

'Appeasing policy': Why Supreme Court flagged 'freebies culture' and cautioned states The Supreme Court expressed serious concerns over the growing culture of freebies in states, warning it could hamper economic development and strain finances. Justices questioned whether indiscriminate distribution of benefits, without distinguishing between the needy and others, amounts to an appeasing policy that could weaken work culture and development efforts. #Supreme_Court #Supreme #Court #Court_flagged #Court_expressed #strain_finances #Appeasing_policy #hamper_economic #cautioned_states #economic_development

Rajpal Yadav to address Rs 9 crores cheque bounce case in press conference after being granted bail After being granted bail in the Rs 9 crore cheque bounce case linked to his 2010 production venture, actor Rajpal Yadav has announced that he will soon hold a press conference to address the controversy in detail. While speaking to PTI, the actor maintained that the matter is currently before the High Court and refrained from discussing legal specifics, emphasising his respect for the judicial process. “All legal matters are before the High Court. As the case is sub judice, I do not wish to comment and I fully respect the court's decisions. Within the next few days, we will hold a press conference and answer all questions honestly,” Yadav told PTI, thanking the media and his supporters across the country and the film industry. The case originates from a financial dispute connected to his directorial venture Ata Pata Laapata, for which funds were reportedly borrowed in 2010. Over time, the matter escalated into cheque bounce proceedings, with the outstanding amount allegedly increasing due to accumulated interest and penalties. Earlier this month, the High Court had taken note of delays in settlement, following which Yadav surrendered and was briefly sent back to jail. After subsequent hearings, he was granted bail. During his interaction with the media last evening, Yadav directed legal queries to his counsel, Bhaskar Upadhyay, and reflected on his three-decade journey in... #High_Court #Yadav #Court #press_conference #Rajpal_Yadav #Rajpal #actor_Rajpal #cheque_bounce #High #crores_cheque

Steam Next Fest hasn't even started, and its first must-play demo is already here You can play Titanium Court now, and you should be doing that instead of whatever else you're doing. #Court #Fest #Titanium_Court #play_Titanium #must-play_demo #Titanium

Delhi High Court restrains Ilaiyaraaja from using musical works in Saregama copyright case The Delhi High Court has restrained veteran composer Ilaiyaraaja from using certain musical works amid a copyright dispute filed by music label Saregama India. The order was issued, as the matter continues to unfold in one of the more closely watched intellectual property battles in India’s entertainment industry. The dispute centres on claims by Saregama that Ilaiyaraaja incorporated copyrighted material owned by the label into some of his compositions without securing appropriate rights or permissions. The high court’s interim order aims to preserve the status quo while the matter is being examined, preventing the composer from using the challenged works until further directions. Court Order and Next Hearing According to the interim order, Ilaiyaraaja is restrained from reproducing, performing or otherwise exploiting the musical works that are subject to the copyright claim. While the precise list of the works covered by the restraint is not publicly detailed, the court’s decision reflects the need to balance artistic freedom with legal accountability in copyright matters. The next hearing in the case has been scheduled for April 2026, when both parties will present their arguments in greater detail. Until then, the court’s interim direction remains in effect. Saregama, one of India’s oldest and most prominent music labels with a vast catalogue, filed the lawsuit alleging that Il... #India #Delhi #High_Court #Delhi_High #Court #Saregama_India #restrains_Ilaiyaraaja #musical_works #Ilaiyaraaja #Court_restrains

Rajpal Yadav gets temporary relief: Delhi High Court grants bail in Rs. 9 crores cheque bounce case to attend family wedding Veteran Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav has received temporary relief from the Delhi High Court in the long-running Rs. 9 crores cheque bounce case that has resurfaced dramatically in February 2026. The court has suspended his sentence, granting him bail to attend a family wedding on February 19, even as legal proceedings against him continue. Recent reports suggest that the actor is supposed to attend his niece’s wedding due to which the court reached this decision. While the latest bail order offers temporary relief, it does not amount to a final acquittal. The actor has been directed to remain present—physically or virtually—at the next major hearing scheduled for March 18, 2026. The case traces its origins back to 2010, when Yadav borrowed Rs. 5 crores from Murali Projects Pvt Ltd, a Delhi-based company, to finance his directorial debut, Ata Pata Laapata. Released in 2012, the film failed to perform at the box office, leaving the actor unable to repay the loan. The financial dispute soon escalated into multiple cheque-bounce cases. Over the years, accumulated interest and penalties reportedly pushed the total outstanding amount to nearly Rs. 9 crores. In 2018, Yadav was sentenced to six months in prison and served three months in Tihar Jail before being released on bail pending appeal. However, the matter regained urgency this month after the... #Delhi #High_Court #Delhi_High #Yadav #Court #Rajpal_Yadav #Veteran_Bollywood #High #Court_grants #temporary_relief

Supreme Court grants interim bail to Vikram Bhatt and wife in Rs. 30 crores fraud case The Supreme Court of India on Friday granted interim bail to filmmaker Vikram Bhatt and his wife Shwetambari Bhatt in connection with a Rs. 30 crores cheating case lodged in Rajasthan. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi passed the order after the couple approached the apex court challenging the Rajasthan High Court decision that had earlier declined them bail. The matter pertains to allegations that funds collected for film production were allegedly diverted. The complaint was filed by Dr Ajay Murdia, associated with the Indira Group of Companies, which operates the fertility chain Indira IVF as well as Indira Entertainment LLP. Reports indicate that Bhatt and his wife were taken into custody in December 2025 and subsequently remanded to judicial custody. On January 31, the Jodhpur Bench of the Rajasthan High Court rejected their bail application, following which they moved the Supreme Court seeking relief. As per Bar and Bench, Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for the couple, submitted, “He cannot put the director, his wife, everybody in jail. . . What is going on?” The State opposed the plea, arguing, “It's not so simple. ₹30 crore fraud!” During the hearing, Justice Bagchi observed, “But you cannot use these cases to recover money,” questioning whether criminal law mechanisms should be employed for financial recovery. The Suprem... #Supreme_Court #High_Court #Court #Vikram_Bhatt #Shwetambari_Bhatt #Bhatt #Rajasthan_High #Court_grants #interim_bail #grants_interim

Rajpal Yadav bail plea: Delhi High Court seeks complainant’s reply, makes strong remarks on actor’s conduct The Delhi High Court on Wednesday, February 12, took up Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav’s bail application in connection with a long-pending cheque bounce case and directed the complainant to file a response. The development comes days after the actor surrendered at Tihar Jail following the dismissal of his last-minute plea for relief. During the hearing, counsel appearing for Rajpal Yadav informed the court that a formal bail application had been moved on the actor’s behalf and requested that the opposing party be asked to submit its reply. The lawyer also told the bench that he had been unable to establish contact with Yadav and sought additional time until Monday, assuring the court that he would “work out something. ” He further requested a brief adjournment in the matter. Taking note of the submissions, the bench presided over by Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma directed the complainant to file a response to the bail plea. The court subsequently adjourned the matter to Monday when the application will be considered after the reply is placed on record. However, the hearing was not without sharp observations from the court. The bench reportedly remarked on Yadav’s conduct, noting that the actor had landed in jail after failing to honour commitments made earlier in the case. Rajpal Yadav is currently serving a six-month prison sentence after the Delhi High Court rejected ... #High_Court #Delhi_High #Yadav #Court #Rajpal_Yadav #Bollywood_actor #makes_strong #strong_remarks #long-pending_cheque #cheque_bounce

'Part of election is fought in Supreme Court': CJI on plea against Assam CM Himanta over 'point-blank' video #video #Supreme_Court #Court #point-blank #Part

Banks must block suspect money transfers: Supreme Court The Supreme Court has mandated banks to implement AI for detecting suspicious transactions, issuing alerts, and pausing transfers until account holder verification. This directive follows the Home Ministry's report of nearly Rs 52,000 crore siphoned through online fraud. Justices emphasized banks' fiduciary duty as trustees of public money, urging them to prioritize security over profit. #Supreme_Court #Supreme #Court #issuing_alerts #suspicious_transactions #holder_verification #block_suspect #detecting_suspicious #account_holder #mandated_banks

Minor has right over reproductive choice: Supreme Court The Supreme Court permitted a minor's pregnancy termination, acknowledging her right to reproductive autonomy and the lifelong trauma of an illegitimate child. Despite the Maharashtra government's concerns about a 30-week fetus's viability and the suggestion of an orphanage, the court prioritized the girl's mental well-being, directing the procedure with medical safeguards. #Supreme_Court #lifelong_trauma #Supreme #Court #reproductive_choice #pregnancy_termination #illegitimate_child #minor_pregnancy #reproductive_autonomy #Court_permitted

Supreme Court to examine HP decision to withdraw cases against 65 netas Himachal Pradesh government has approached the Supreme Court. They are challenging a High Court ruling. The ruling prevented the withdrawal of 65 cases against politicians. These cases involve non-serious offenses. The government believes withdrawing these cases serves public interest. The Supreme Court has issued a notice and will hear the matter further. #Supreme_Court #Pradesh #High_Court #Supreme #Himachal_Pradesh #Himachal #Court #netas_Himachal #Pradesh_government #Court_ruling

‘Cannot force her to continue pregnancy’: SC allows abortion of 30-week pregnant minor — why this ruling matters The Supreme Court has permitted a 17-year-old to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, emphasizing a minor's right to decide against continuing a pregnancy. Justices Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan directed JJ Hospital to proceed with the termination, prioritizing the girl's reproductive autonomy and her clear unwillingness to carry the pregnancy to term. #Supreme_Court #Supreme #Ujjal_Bhuyan #Court #pregnant_minor #continue_pregnancy’ #ruling_matters #Justices_Nagarathna #minor #Bhuyan_directed

Judges reserving verdicts for years ‘an ailment’: Supreme Court A litigant who approaches the court must get to know what judgment is given on his plea,” the CJI said. The same HC judge, Justice Rongon Mukhopadhyay, was found to have kept several judgments pending for years, even in cases where the convicts had appealed against their capital and life sentences. The judge had delivered the verdicts in those cases only after SC took judicial notice of the same. #CJI #Supreme_Court #years #Supreme #Justice_Rongon #Rongon_Mukhopadhyay #Court #Judges_reserving #reserving_verdicts #judgments_pending