High Court Calls for Stricter Laws on Cyber Defamation, Legal News, ET LegalWorld
The high court has reiterated the need for comprehensive legislation making the offence of cyber defamation cognizable and providing for more stringent punishment. Justice A Badharudeen made this observation while dismissing a petition filed by an accused seeking to quash the case against him. The accused allegedly published videos, scripts, and messages intended to insult […]
Govt mulls stricter penalties for misuse of national emblems, names, ET LegalWorld
The Union government is considering significant amendments to the Names and Emblem (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950, to strengthen the law and deter violations. Sources within the government said the proposed changes include substantial increases in fines and the introduction of imprisonment for offenders. Under the current law, violators face a mere Rs 500 […]