News for 'defamation case'

Cong alleges Sarma's wife holds 3 passports, CM threatens lawsuit

Cong alleges Sarma's wife holds 3 passports, CM threatens lawsuit

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has denied allegations made by the Congress party that his wife possesses multiple passports and concealed property information, vowing to take legal action against the Congress leader who made the claims.

Assam CM Sarma to sue Congress leaders over land grab claims

Assam CM Sarma to sue Congress leaders over land grab claims

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Assam Congress alleges CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's family grabbed thousands of acres of land, prompting a defamation case announcement. BJP denies claims as baseless.

Anara to file defamation cases against J&K police

Anara to file defamation cases against J&K police

Rediff.com5 Feb 2005

Former Jammu beauty queen Anara Gupta on Saturday decided to file a defamation case against police and a section of the media for implicating her in the much-publicised pornographic VCD scandal.

Jairam Ramesh tenders apology to Vivek Doval in defamation case

Jairam Ramesh tenders apology to Vivek Doval in defamation case

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

Vivek Doval had filed a defamation case against Jairam Ramesh and Caravan Magazine for their alleged defamatory statements and articles against him. Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Sachin Gupta heard the matter on Saturday.

Palghar Man Held For Alleged Rape Of Minor Girl

Palghar Man Held For Alleged Rape Of Minor Girl

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A 24-year-old man has been arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, for allegedly raping a 16-year-old girl under the pretext of marriage. The victim initially delayed reporting the incident due to fear of social defamation. The accused faces charges under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita and POCSO Act, with further investigation underway.

Pawan Khera denied pre-arrest bail in case filed by Assam CM's wife

Pawan Khera denied pre-arrest bail in case filed by Assam CM's wife

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Gauhati High Court has rejected the anticipatory bail petition of Congress leader Pawan Khera regarding allegations against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife.

Kerala Police Investigate AI Video Defaming PM and Election Commission on X

Kerala Police Investigate AI Video Defaming PM and Election Commission on X

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Kerala Police have registered a case against social media platform X and one of its handles for circulating an AI-generated video allegedly depicting the Prime Minister and the Election Commission of India in a misleading and defamatory manner.

Defamation case: Kejriwal stands firm, refuses to seek bail

Defamation case: Kejriwal stands firm, refuses to seek bail

Rediff.com5 Jun 2013

Activist-turned-politician Arvind Kejriwal Wednesday stood firm in a local court on his stand of not seeking bail in a defamation case filed against him by Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit's political secretary for his alleged remarks against her during power tariff hike protests.

Defamation case: Order against army chief on May 5

Defamation case: Order against army chief on May 5

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

A Delhi court on Thursday sought clarification from former Lt Gen Tejinder Singh, who had filed a criminal defamation case against Army Chief Gen V K Singh and four others, as to what was the "independent roles" of the accused named by him in the entire case.

Kangana's plea for transfer of Javed Akhtar defamation case rejected

Kangana's plea for transfer of Javed Akhtar defamation case rejected

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

The actor had filed the transfer petition before the chief metropolitan magistrate last month, saying that she had 'lost faith' in the magistrate's court hearing the case, as it indirectly 'threatened' her of issuing a warrant if she failed to appear before it in a bailable offence.

Kejriwal skips defamation case, court allows exemption plea

Kejriwal skips defamation case, court allows exemption plea

Rediff.com18 Jan 2014

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday stayed away from court here in a case filed against him by Sheila Dikshit's ex-political secretary for his alleged remarks against the former CM during power tariff hike protests of October, 2012.

Karunanidhi makes court appearance in defamation case; hearing adjourned

Karunanidhi makes court appearance in defamation case; hearing adjourned

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

With election fever rising in Tamil Nadu, Karunanidhi in court promised to be more than just a regular court hearing.

Sports Ministry Orders Probe Into Hockey India Harassment Allegations

Sports Ministry Orders Probe Into Hockey India Harassment Allegations

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

The Sports Ministry has directed Hockey India to investigate allegations of intimidation and sexual harassment raised by former India captain Asunta Lakra. Lakra accused Hockey India general secretary Bhola Nath Singh of intimidation and institutional protection of misconduct, urging an independent inquiry to safeguard women athletes.

Sports Ministry Orders Probe Into Hockey India Harassment Allegations

Sports Ministry Orders Probe Into Hockey India Harassment Allegations

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

The Sports Ministry has directed Hockey India to investigate allegations of intimidation and sexual harassment raised by former India captain Asunta Lakra. Lakra accused Hockey India general secretary Bhola Nath Singh of intimidation and institutional protection of misconduct, urging an independent inquiry to safeguard women athletes.

Examination Board scam: Chouhan to file defamation case

Examination Board scam: Chouhan to file defamation case

Rediff.com23 Jun 2014

Unfazed over allegations of wrongdoings in Madhya Pradesh Professional Examination Board scam, state Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday said he will soon file a defamation case on the issue.

Cops can't probe private defamation case against Rahul Gandhi: SC

Cops can't probe private defamation case against Rahul Gandhi: SC

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Magistrates cannot ask the police to investigate a private criminal defamation complaint as it is the complainant who needs to prove the case, the Supreme Court on Wednesday said.

Defamation case against army chief: Court to hold inquiry

Defamation case against army chief: Court to hold inquiry

Rediff.com18 May 2012

The court also directed the Defence Ministry to place before it the file relating to the publication of the Army's March 5 press release in which Tejinder Singh was accused of offering a bribe of Rs 14 crore to the army chief.

Why Khera's Counsel Argues Arrest Is Unnecessary

Why Khera's Counsel Argues Arrest Is Unnecessary

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The Gauhati High Court heard arguments for Pawan Khera's anticipatory bail plea, filed after an FIR by the Assam CM's wife alleging multiple passports. Khera's counsel argued he is not a flight risk and his arrest is unnecessary, while the Assam Advocate General opposed the bail.

No relief for Kejriwal as Delhi HC dismisses plea to stay defamation case

No relief for Kejriwal as Delhi HC dismisses plea to stay defamation case

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

Jaitley had on December 21, 2015, filed the criminal defamation case against the AAP leaders and sought their prosecution for offences that entail a punishment of up to two years in jail.

Manish Tewari gets bail in Gadkari's defamation case

Manish Tewari gets bail in Gadkari's defamation case

Rediff.com7 Apr 2014

Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari was on Monday granted bail by a local court in connection with a defamation case filed by senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Nitin Gadkari.

Akbar, Ramani refuse settlement in defamation case

Akbar, Ramani refuse settlement in defamation case

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Akbar had filed the complaint against Ramani for allegedly defaming him by accusing him of sexual misconduct around 20 years ago when he was a journalist.

Donation allegations 'baseless', will respond after SIT report: Champat Rai

Donation allegations 'baseless', will respond after SIT report: Champat Rai

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

A day after his resignation was accepted by the Ram temple trust, its former general secretary Champat Rai on Tuesday said he would respond to all allegations of donation embezzlement after the SIT submits its final report, even as opposition parties alleged a "cover-up" and stepped up the demand for its dissolution.

Anurag Kashyap: 'Don't Know What's Happening'

Anurag Kashyap: 'Don't Know What's Happening'

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap is surprised by a non-bailable warrant issued against him in Surat, concerning an 'objectionable' social media post from last year.

Defamation case: Court asks Dikshit to appear on April 5

Defamation case: Court asks Dikshit to appear on April 5

Rediff.com18 Feb 2013

Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit was Monday asked by a city court to appear before it in person on April 5 in a defamation case filed by her against former Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party chief Vijender Gupta.

Court Refuses Interim Arrest Protection In TCS Harassment Case

Court Refuses Interim Arrest Protection In TCS Harassment Case

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A court in Nashik has declined to grant interim protection from arrest to Nida Khan, a key accused in the sexual harassment and religious coercion probe at a Tata Consultancy Services unit. The court has directed the Nashik Police and the complainant to file their formal responses to her anticipatory bail application.

VK Singh, 4 Army officers get bail in defamation case

VK Singh, 4 Army officers get bail in defamation case

Rediff.com20 Jul 2012

Former Army Chief Gen VK Singh, Vice Chief of Army Staff SK Singh, Lt Gen BS Thakur (director general of military intelligence), Major General SL Narshiman (additional director general of public information) and Lt Col Hitten Sawhney appeared before the court in the case filed by Lt Gen (retd) Tejinder Singh. All the five were granted bail by metropolitan magistrate Jay Thareja on a personal bond of Rs 20,000 each

CCTV footage puts Punjab cops in focus in Mann video probe

CCTV footage puts Punjab cops in focus in Mann video probe

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Gurugram Police are set to summon two Punjab Police officials for questioning regarding their alleged involvement in arranging a "fabricated" forensic report for a controversial video linked to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The investigation follows the arrest of two individuals and a complaint alleging coercion to produce a predetermined forensic outcome. This development is part of a larger political controversy surrounding an alleged objectionable video of CM Mann.

FIR against Mamata for remarks 'hurting religious sentiments'

FIR against Mamata for remarks 'hurting religious sentiments'

Rediff.com27 May 2026

An FIR has been lodged against former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee for allegedly hurting religious sentiments based on a complaint by a lawyer.

Jay Shah's lawyer fails to show up, hearing in defamation case adjourned

Jay Shah's lawyer fails to show up, hearing in defamation case adjourned

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

A lawyer for Jay Shah sought time from Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate S K Gadhvi, saying senior advocate S V Raju could not be present in the court as he was busy in the high court.

Mamata Banerjee Booked For Hurting Religious Sentiments

Mamata Banerjee Booked For Hurting Religious Sentiments

Rediff.com27 May 2026

An FIR has been lodged against former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee for allegedly hurting religious sentiments based on a complaint by a lawyer.

TCS Nashik case: No interim relief to Nida Khan; SIT intensifies search

TCS Nashik case: No interim relief to Nida Khan; SIT intensifies search

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A local court in Nashik has deferred a decision on interim protection from arrest for Nida Khan, an accused in the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) sexual harassment and religious coercion case, requesting a police response by April 27. The SIT is investigating multiple cases of molestation and harassment at TCS's Nashik unit.

RSS defamation case: Trial against Rahul to be held daily from Feb 5

RSS defamation case: Trial against Rahul to be held daily from Feb 5

Rediff.com29 Jan 2022

A court in Thane district of Maharashtra on Saturday said trial in the defamation case filed against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi by an activist of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh will be conducted on a day-to-day basis from February 5.

Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation: First Crack In Modi's Fortress?

Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation: First Crack In Modi's Fortress?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation is significant because it punctures, however slightly, the perception that the Modi government never retreats under pressure. Every long-serving government eventually reaches a point where every institutional failure is identified with the leader himself. Removing the minister may have prevented that political burden from falling directly on Modi. Whether it also resolves the underlying crisis is another matter, notes Ramesh Menon.

Order on summoning Army chief in defamation case on Sat

Order on summoning Army chief in defamation case on Sat

Rediff.com4 May 2012

A Delhi court is likely to deliver its order on Saturday on summoning Army Chief Gen V K Singh and four others named as accused in a criminal defamation case filed by former Lt Gen Tejinder Singh.

'Truth my defence': Priya Ramani gets bail in defamation case by MJ Akbar

'Truth my defence': Priya Ramani gets bail in defamation case by MJ Akbar

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Ramani accused Akbar of sexual misconduct around 20 years ago.

Madhu Kishwar denied anticipatory bail over video clip

Madhu Kishwar denied anticipatory bail over video clip

Rediff.com30 May 2026

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of academician Madhu Purnima Kishwar in a case registered against her for allegedly retweeting a video clip on social media.

Himachal Pradesh Appoints Chief Secretary Despite Corruption Allegations

Himachal Pradesh Appoints Chief Secretary Despite Corruption Allegations

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Sanjay Gupta, a 1988-batch IAS officer, has been appointed as the chief secretary of Himachal Pradesh amidst allegations of corruption, sparking controversy and criticism from opposition parties.

Defamation case: Priya Ramani pleads not guilty

Defamation case: Priya Ramani pleads not guilty

Rediff.com10 Apr 2019

Akbar, who resigned as Union minister on October 17 last year, filed a private criminal defamation complaint against Ramani after his name cropped up on social media as the #MeToo campaign raged on in India.

Ex-IPS officer Sreekumar files defamation case against Modi

Ex-IPS officer Sreekumar files defamation case against Modi

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

Former Gujarat Director General of Police R B Sreekumar, who had taken on Narendra Modi on fake encounter issue, on Tuesday filed a defamation and conspiracy case against the Bharatiya Janata Party prime ministerial candidate and other party leaders, accusing them of launching a malicious campaign against him by raking up the two-decade-old Indian Space Research Organisation spy case.

MJ Akbar to record statement in defamation case on October 31

MJ Akbar to record statement in defamation case on October 31

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

Akbar's lawyer said that he had resigned from the post of minister of state for external affairs due to these allegations and this showed the extent of damage caused to his reputation.