News for 'defamation suit'

HC issues notice to SRK, Netflix on Sameer Wankhede's plea

HC issues notice to SRK, Netflix on Sameer Wankhede's plea

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The Delhi high court on Wednesday issued summons to actor Shah Rukh Khan-owned Red Chillies Entertainment and OTT platform Netflix on a defamation suit filed by Indian Revenue Services (IRS) officer Sameer Wankhede for allegedly maligning his reputation in their series The Ba***ds of Bollywood.

Deshmukh files defamation suit against Gadkari

Deshmukh files defamation suit against Gadkari

Rediff.com8 Feb 2009

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh has filed a civil case of defamation against Bharatiya Janata Party leader Nitin Gadkari over latter's corruption charges in the Sion-Panvel Highway Expansion project.

Kerala CM files defamation suit against Achutanandan

Kerala CM files defamation suit against Achutanandan

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy on Thursday filed a defamation case in a local court against Communist Party of India-Marxist veteran V S Achutanandan.

HC quashes Nusli's defamation suit against Ratan Tata

HC quashes Nusli's defamation suit against Ratan Tata

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

A division bench of Justices Ranjit More and Bharati Dangre on Monday quashed and set aside the proceedings.

Does right to be forgotten apply to news reports? SC to examine

Does right to be forgotten apply to news reports? SC to examine

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court of India is examining the conflict between an individual's 'right to be forgotten' and the freedom of the press, focusing on the removal of online news and judicial records related to acquitted individuals.

After NBW, Raut appears before court in defamation suit by Medha Somaiya

After NBW, Raut appears before court in defamation suit by Medha Somaiya

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

The warrant was issued by the Sewri metropolitan magistrate which recorded the complainant's statement and adjourned the hearing to January 24.

'Namak haram': Sena leader's claim on Bal Thackeray's death ignites row

'Namak haram': Sena leader's claim on Bal Thackeray's death ignites row

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray criticizes Devendra Fadnavis, accusing him of being a 'helpless' chief minister unable to tackle corruption. He also attacks the BJP for divisive politics and failing to address key issues.

Warrant against Sanjay Raut in defamation suit by Kirit Somaiya's wife

Warrant against Sanjay Raut in defamation suit by Kirit Somaiya's wife

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

The Sewri metropolitan magistrate's court had last month issued a process (summons) against Raut, asking him to appear before it on July 4.

Sameer Wankhede moves court over 'Ba***ds...' portrayal

Sameer Wankhede moves court over 'Ba***ds...' portrayal

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Former Mumbai zonal director at Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer Sameer Wankhede has filed a defamation suit before the Delhi high court against Red Chillies Entertainment Pvt Ltd, the production house owned by Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan and his wife, Gauri Khan.

Jolt to Trump as US court rejects defamation case against NYT

Jolt to Trump as US court rejects defamation case against NYT

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Instead, Merryday called the filing "decidedly improper and impermissible," likening it more to a political screed than a legitimate legal complaint.

Court orders Cong to remove Modi-Adani deepfake

Court orders Cong to remove Modi-Adani deepfake

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

A court in Ahmedabad in Gujarat has directed the Congress and four of its leaders to remove a deep fake video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and industrialist Gautam Adani from social media platforms.

TC slaps Rs 15 cr defamation suit on Gautam Deb

TC slaps Rs 15 cr defamation suit on Gautam Deb

Rediff.com26 Apr 2011

Trinamool Congress General Secretary Mukul Roy on Tuesday filed two defamation cases against West Bengal minister Gautam Deb, including a civil suit seeking damages of Rs 15 crore, for alleging that the Opposition party used black money for its election campaign.

Dhoni slaps Rs 100 crore defamation suit on TV channels in IPL scandal

Dhoni slaps Rs 100 crore defamation suit on TV channels in IPL scandal

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Tuesday approached the Madras high court seeking Rs 100 crore damages from Zee News and other defendants over defamatory news about him related to the betting scandal in the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League.

Jay Shah's lawyer in defamation suit had opposed Right to Privacy in SC

Jay Shah's lawyer in defamation suit had opposed Right to Privacy in SC

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

While Jay Shah has warned the media against violating his fundamental right to privacy, Tushar Mehta -- his lawyer in the defamation case -- had opposed right to privacy in the Supreme Court, says Dr Gopal Krishna.

Court orders criminal defamation case against MP BJP chief, ex-CM Chouhan

Court orders criminal defamation case against MP BJP chief, ex-CM Chouhan

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

On April 29 last year, Tankha had recorded his preliminary statement in the court in the criminal defamation case.

Strauss-Kahn case:Defamation suit against US daily

Strauss-Kahn case:Defamation suit against US daily

Rediff.com6 Jul 2011

The suit also said that The Post ran the stories 'in a desperate attempt to bolster' its sales.

'Wherever Cricket Is Played In The World, Indian Audiences, Indian Sponsors, Indian Corporate Houses Provide Funding, Make It A Success'

'Wherever Cricket Is Played In The World, Indian Audiences, Indian Sponsors, Indian Corporate Houses Provide Funding, Make It A Success'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Inderjit Bindra, who raised Indian cricket on the world stage in the 1990s and early years of this century, passed into the ages on Sunday. 26 years ago, Mr Bindra spoke at length to Rediff about his vision for Indian cricket, an interview which we republish in his memory.

Punjab Kesari Tells AAP Govt: 'We Won't Be Cowed Down'

Punjab Kesari Tells AAP Govt: 'We Won't Be Cowed Down'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

'If you want to force the press into blacking out the Opposition's views or colour the news to your own liking, we will not do so.' 'We stand by freedom of expression. It is our Constitutional right. We stand by our Constitutional right.'

Don't use defamation suit to throttle democracy: SC tells Jaya

Don't use defamation suit to throttle democracy: SC tells Jaya

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

The SC told her that she is a public figure and must face criticism.

Mirach to file $400 million defamation suit against Sahara

Mirach to file $400 million defamation suit against Sahara

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

Sahara had initiated legal action against the US-based firm.

Delhi HC summons Shashi Tharoor

Delhi HC summons Shashi Tharoor

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

The Delhi high court on Monday issued summons to Congress leader Shashi Tharoor in a defamation suit filed by Bharatiya Janata Party leader Rajeev Chandrashekhar.

'Aamir Khan Was Brainwashed'

'Aamir Khan Was Brainwashed'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'Aamir brought the police and the doctor because only a powerful person can do all this. So Aamir did wrong with me. God will give him a reward for that.'

Mamata to file suit against CPM for defaming party

Mamata to file suit against CPM for defaming party

Rediff.com9 Nov 2009

The Trinamool Congress will file a defamation suit against the Communist Party of India-Marxist and West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee for equating the party with the Maoists.

Punjab court notice to Kharge in Bajrang Dal defamation case

Punjab court notice to Kharge in Bajrang Dal defamation case

Rediff.com15 May 2023

In its Karnataka assembly poll manifesto, which was released on May 2, the Congress said it is committed to take firm and decisive action against individuals and organisations such as the Bajrang Dal and the PFI "spreading hatred" among communities on the grounds of caste and religion.

Mamata free to make statements on guv, but...: HC

Mamata free to make statements on guv, but...: HC

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Modifying the single bench order, the division bench presided by Justice I P Mukerji directed that Banerjee and Ghosh will be free to make any statement concerning the Governor, not crossing the contours of freedom of speech and expression and public duty.

Defamation case filed against ex-Lokayukta Santosh Hegde

Defamation case filed against ex-Lokayukta Santosh Hegde

Rediff.com4 Jan 2012

The defamation suit was filed by Indian Police Service officer, Hemanth Nimbalkar, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

Judge about to retire, pleads off Salman's defamation case citing lack of time

Judge about to retire, pleads off Salman's defamation case citing lack of time

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

A judge of the Bombay high court on Thursday said it would not be possible to pronounce order on an appeal filed by actor Salman Khan in a defamation case against his neighbour due to paucity of time.

Scarlett's mother may face defamation charges

Scarlett's mother may face defamation charges

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

Two Goa youths, who are accused in the death of British teenager Scarlett Eden, may file a defamation suit against her mother Fiona Mackeown. "My clients are exploring the possibility of filing a defamation suit against Fiona along with the Goa police and the media," said Advocate Jose Peter Dsouza, a lawyer representing accused Placido Carvalho and Julio Lobo.

DDCA defamation case: Kejriwal, Azad slapped with fines

DDCA defamation case: Kejriwal, Azad slapped with fines

Rediff.com6 Feb 2017

The Delhi High Court on Monday imposed fines on Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and cricketer-turned-politician and parliamentarian Kirti Azad for their delayed response in the defamation suit filed by the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) against them.

SC dismisses Kejriwal's plea against Jaitley defamation case

SC dismisses Kejriwal's plea against Jaitley defamation case

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea seeking stay on trial court proceedings in a criminal defamation case filed by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.

Rahul granted permanent exemption in defamation case

Rahul granted permanent exemption in defamation case

Rediff.com15 Apr 2023

RSS worker Rajesh Kunte had in 2014 filed a private complaint before the Bhiwandi magistrate's court after watching Gandhi's speech where he allegedly accused the RSS of Mahatma Gandhi's assassination. Kunte claimed this statement slandered the reputation of the RSS.

Court quashes order to take down articles against Adani

Court quashes order to take down articles against Adani

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

A Delhi court has set aside an order asking four journalists to take down alleged defamatory content against Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), saying the effect of removal of the articles by an ad interim ex parte order was 'sweeping' and it had the 'effect of decreeing the suit itself without a trial'.

BJP leader to sue Kejriwal, Mann for Rs 50 cr each

BJP leader to sue Kejriwal, Mann for Rs 50 cr each

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Parvesh Verma on Wednesday said he will file a Rs 50 crore defamation suit each against AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for levelling "false allegations against" and claiming he called Punjabis a "threat" to the country.

Kesari 2: What *Really* Happened

Kesari 2: What *Really* Happened

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

The grilling of Brigadier-General Dyer by Akshay Kumar's Sir C Sankaran Nair, as shown in Kesari 2, is purely an imaginary sequence, proves Utkarsh Mishra.

Bihar deputy CM lied to SC to escape 1995 mass murder trial: Prashant Kishor

Bihar deputy CM lied to SC to escape 1995 mass murder trial: Prashant Kishor

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor alleges Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary escaped a murder trial by falsely claiming to be a minor. He demands Choudhary's dismissal and threatens to expose further financial irregularities.

Rahul pleads not guilty in defamation case

Rahul pleads not guilty in defamation case

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

He was granted bail by a court in Ahmedabad.

Mamata hits out at BJP over voter list 'deletions', attacks EC

Mamata hits out at BJP over voter list 'deletions', attacks EC

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of 'linguistic terror' and plotting to delete Bengali voters from electoral rolls, vowing to protect voting rights.

Ashraf drops suit against Akhtar

Ashraf drops suit against Akhtar

Rediff.com5 May 2008

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Nasim Ashraf on Monday withdrew his Rs 220 million defamation suit against fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar after a top government official mediated for a reconciliation between them. The meeting, which took place in Islamabad on Sunday night, was brokered by Rehman Malik, a top man in the ruling Pakistan Peoples Party and advisor to the Prime Minister on interior affairs. Both Shoaib and Ashraf were present at the meeting.

Defamation complaint against Tharoor for remark against PM

Defamation complaint against Tharoor for remark against PM

Rediff.com3 Nov 2018

In his complaint, Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party leader Rajeev Babbar said his religious sentiments were hurt.

PCB lawyer sues Akhtar for defamation

PCB lawyer sues Akhtar for defamation

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Rizvi, the long serving legal advisor of the board, made it clear he had initiated defamation and criminal proceedings against Akhtar and also lodged a complaint with the Federal Investigation Agency under its cyber crime laws.