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1. State tells Supreme Court Shyamkanu Mahanta pressured Zubeen Garg to go to Singapore; arranged women, alcohol

State tells Supreme Court Shyamkanu Mahanta pressured Zubeen Garg to go to Singapore; arranged women, alcohol

State tells Supreme Court Shyamkanu Mahanta pressured Zubeen Garg to go to Singapore; arranged women, alcohol The Supreme Court on Monday directed the State of Assam to diligently proceed with the trial against Northeast Festival organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta, an accused in the case concerning the drowning death of renowned Assamese singer Zubeen Garg. [Shyamkanu Mahanta v. State of Assam] A Bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and R Mahadevan passed the direction while hearing a bail plea filed by Mahanta. Mahanta, who has organised the Northeast Festival since 2013, was arrested after Garg died while swimming in Singapore on September 19, 2025 Today, Advocate General (AG) Devajit Saikia, representing the State of Assam, told the Court that the trial was proceeding on a day-to-day basis and that crucial witnesses were likely to be examined over the next few weeks. “The prosecution shall be diligent in prosecuting this case,” the Court ordered. Justice Nagarathna orally remarked that the Court was putting pressure on the State to proceed with the trial and would examine the progress made when the matter is heard next. Garg drowned under alleged mysterious circumstances while swimming in Singaporean seas. Following the incident, multiple first information reports (FIRs) were registered alleging offences including criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide not amounting to murder against Mahanta and others. Senior Advocate Siddharth Dave, appearing for Mahanta, argued that Garg had voluntarily entered the sea and that his client was not present when the incident occurred. “Admittedly, the case of the prosecution is that this person, who is an adult, goes on to a boat and jumps into the sea wearing a life jacket. He swims and something happens to him and he drowns.

2. Delhi HC orders takedown of derogatory content on actress Khushi Kapoor

Delhi HC orders takedown of derogatory content on actress Khushi Kapoor

Delhi HC orders takedown of derogatory content on actress Khushi Kapoor The Delhi High Court has directed the takedown of derogatory content, deepfakes and AI-generated online content on Bollywood actress Khushi Kapoor. Justice Jyoti Singh passed the interim order on a suit filed by Kapoor seeking the protection of her personality rights. Justice Singh observed that Kapoor has generated independent goodwill, recognition and commercial value. "When attributes of famous personalities are used unauthorisedly, it leads not only to commercial detriment but also impacts his/her right to privacy/personality and live with dignity," the August 12 order stated further. In her suit, Kapoor had pleaded for the removal of websites involved in disseminating obscene content using her name, image or personality attributes, or those involved in the unauthorised sale of merchandise, and commercial exploitation of her personality. She also sought action against YouTube channels and fake/unknown social media profiles engaged in such activity. Among other content, Kapoor flagged a Hong Kong based company called SeaArt, which was involved in operating a website showing a dedicated search result on AI-generated content that misused Kapoors name and image. She also highlighted a US-based company called JanitorAI operating a chatbot impersonating as her and generating obscene AI-generated content.

3. NLU Delhi, Mentblue Launch Practitioner Certificate Course on TMT, Data Protection & Fintech as DPDP Rules take effect – Register Now!

NLU Delhi, Mentblue Launch Practitioner Certificate Course on TMT, Data Protection & Fintech as DPDP Rules take effect – Register Now! The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 is now in force an

4. Transgender identity cards issued before 2026 amendment to remain valid: Centre tells Supreme Court

Transgender identity cards issued before 2026 amendment to remain valid: Centre tells Supreme Court

Transgender identity cards issued before 2026 amendment to remain valid: Centre tells Supreme Court The Central government on Monday assured the Supreme Court that transgender identity cards issued before the 2026 amendment to the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act will continue to remain operational. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohana was hearing a batch of pleas challenging the constitutional validity of the 2026 amendment. The assurance by the Centre was made after the Court had earlier sought clarity on the status of transgender persons who had already obtained identity cards under the 2019 law, as well as those who were in the process of obtaining such documents. “It was indicated to us that where there is a transgender card, it will be preserved. Some submissions are coming from the Bar that without a transgender card, identity documents have been changed. The Court also agreed to examine cases where transgender identity cards were allegedly cancelled or replaced following the amendment. It will also consider the position of persons whose applications were pending when the amended law came into force. The issue arose from an application filed in the case of one Ankani Biswas, who moved the Court against the 2026 amendment. The application, filed on August 10, said that Biswas was issued a transgender identity card under the 2019 Act on February 2, 2023.

5. CBI chargesheets Samarth Singh, Giribala Singh in Twisha Sharma death case

CBI chargesheets Samarth Singh, Giribala Singh in Twisha Sharma death case The CBI has filed a chargesheet against Samarth Singh and Giribala Singh, the husband and mother-in-law of former actor-model

1. Mageba Bridge Products Private Limited vs. Trade Centre (12.08.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0867/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the dispute between Mageba Bridge Products Private Limited and Trade Centre, focusing on whether the suit for recovery of money was barred by limitation and if the

2. Union of India (UOI) vs. Sunil Biyani (12.08.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0866/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether the Bombay High Court could grant protection from arrest to Sunil Biyani after dismissing his pre-arrest bail application. The Union of India appealed agai

3. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Public School vs. M. Vimala and Ors. (06.08.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0865/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the dispute between Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Public School and M. Vimala regarding the termination of Vimala's probationary teaching position due to her B. Ed. deg

4. Punjab National Bank vs. Shree Jyoti Education and Management Trust World and Ors. (12.08.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0864/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the dispute between Punjab National Bank (PNB) and Shree Jyoti Education and Management Trust regarding the settlement of a loan account. The core issue was whethe

5. Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited vs. Rekha and Ors. (12.08.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0863/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the liability of Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) for compensation due to electrocution incidents involving Rekha and others. The court exa

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