RIGHT TO INFORMATION ACT
Posters put up at various police stations in Delhi to create awareness on new criminal laws
New criminal laws in India have taken effect, and posters have been put up in police stations to inform the public. The Indian Penal Code, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act have been replaced with Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, respectively. These new codes introduce significant changes, including new crimes, increased penalties, and provisions for crimes against women and children. Terrorism is now explicitly defined and heavily penalized. Victims' rights have been enhanced, ensuring free access to FIRs and updates on investigations.
Deemed university not covered under RTI Act unless government-controlled, Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court ruled that universities deemed under the UGC Act are not inherently public authorities under the RTI Act. The court emphasized the importance of balancing privacy concerns and public interest, highlighting the need for government control or financing to trigger RTI obligations, safeguarding individuals' privacy rights.
What you need to know about Julian Assange, WikiLeaks' controversial founder
Julian Assange, who recently secured his freedom through a plea deal with US authorities, is a polarizing figure known for his role in WikiLeaks. Seen by many as a champion of press freedom, he gained global attention by releasing classified US military documents, including the infamous Iraq and Afghanistan war logs. Assange's legal troubles began with allegations in Sweden, followed by seeking asylum in Ecuador's embassy in London to avoid extradition to the US, where he faced charges under the Espionage Act.
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange pleads guilty in deal with US that secures his freedom, ends legal fight
Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, pleaded guilty to obtaining and publishing U.S. military secrets, ending a prolonged legal battle over press freedom and national security. The deal, struck in Saipan, allows Assange to return to Australia without U.S. prison time. Assange had been jailed in the UK since 2019, resisting extradition. The plea resolves a Trump-era criminal case and highlights Assange's role in revealing military misconduct. His wife expressed relief, and Assange's supporters celebrate his impending freedom.
WikiLeaks founder Assange strikes US plea deal, to be a ‘free man’
He flew out of London to travel to the Northern Mariana Islands, a US territory in the Pacific where he will plead guilty to a single count of conspiracy to obtain and disseminate national defence information, according to a court document.
Clearly inform customers about starting date of warranty period: CCPA to electronic appliance makers
CCPA Chief Commissioner Nidhi Khare urges electronic appliance manufacturers to clarify warranty start date and address consumer grievances promptly.
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Why is the New York law on regulating social media algorithms protecting teenagers, a step in the right direction?
The New York State Legislature had earlier passed a legislation on regulating social media algorithms targeting teenagers. This has received the consent of the Governor and despite the concerns related to its implementation, it is being hailed as a progressive step.
Proposed Rs 72,000-cr 'Mega Infra Project' in Great Nicobar poses grave threat to tribals, should be reviewed: Congress
The Congress has called for a halt to a proposed Rs 72,000-crore infrastructure project in Great Nicobar Island, citing grave threats to tribal communities and the ecosystem. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh highlighted concerns over forest land diversion, inadequate consultations, and violations of legal and constitutional provisions safeguarding indigenous groups. He demanded immediate suspension of clearances and impartial review by parliamentary committees.
UN will declare that both Israel and Hamas are violating children's rights in armed conflict
The U.N. secretary-general will report to the Security Council next week on Israel and Hamas violating children's rights. The report includes parties like Kachin Independence Army and Russia. Israel's inclusion will increase global attention on its actions in Gaza.
Anthony Fauci grilled by lawmakers, makes startling revelations on masks, vaccines, lab leak theory
Dr. Anthony Fauci is set to appear for a public testimony before the House Select Subcommittee, based on the Coronavirus pandemic. Ahead of this appearance, a released transcript is doing the rounds, creating waves of controversy.
‘Doctors knew Covid vaccine’s side-effects killed my daughter. But they didn’t tell us’
Dr Snehal Lunawat was the first case in which the AEFI committee accepted there was a direct correlation between vaccination and death. Many of the petitioners, like her father Dilip, have questioned why information about the side-effects wasn’t made public earlier.
Scarlett Johansson sues OpenAI: Rising concerns over AI voice replication and identity rights
Scarlett Johansson sues OpenAI for replicating her voice without consent, sparking global concern over ownership of voices in the age of AI.
"Intellectual property of the bank": SBI once again refuses to disclose SOPs on sale, redemption of electoral bonds
In response to a Right to Information Act appeal, State Bank of India (SBI) has again refused to disclose the standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the sale and redemption of electoral bonds. SBI justified the denial by stating that the information is held in "commercial confidence," constitutes the bank's "intellectual property," and is intended solely for internal staff use.
Delhi HC dismisses PIL to mandate all medical professionals to specify possible risks of associated drug
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking direction from the Centre to mandate all medical professionals practicing in the country to specify to a patient (in the form of an additional slip in the regional language) along with the prescription all kinds of possible risks and side effects associated with a drug or a pharmaceutical product being prescribed.
Up to Rs 1 lakh penalty or jail time; 8 Aadhaar-related criminal offenses, penalties
Aadhaar fraud: Aadhaar number is verified/authenticated by agencies through various modes as prescribed under the Aadhaar Act, 2016. Following are the criminal offences and penalties provided in the Aadhaar Act, 2016 (as amended).
Over 9,600 children jailed in adult prisons between January 2016 and December 2021: Study
A study by legal rights body iProbono reveals that over 9,600 children were wrongly held in adult prisons in India from 2016 to 2021. The study obtained data through the RTI Act, exposing flaws in the juvenile justice system. Many states showed discrepancies and lack of compliance, highlighting a pressing issue.
Midas: Check out all the information about theatrical release date, storyline and cast
Midas is the story of a college dropout, who tries to rob an insurance company along with his friends. The movie will hit the theatres in the US on June 28.
RBI action on Kotak Mahindra Bank: Is your data in other banks safe?
Kotak Mahindra Bank: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) took action on Kotak Mahindra Bank due to observance of serious deficiencies and non-compliances in the areas of data security and data leak prevention strategy, business continuity and disaster recovery rigour and drill, etc. So did the bank violate Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023?
US says it's reviewing new information about Israeli unit accused of abuses before Gaza war
The US has postponed a decision on aid to an Israeli military unit accused of human rights abuses against Palestinians in the West Bank. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated that while the US reviews new information from Israel, it will hold off on any aid block. The unit, believed to be Netzah Yehuda, is under scrutiny for actions before the Gaza war. Israeli leaders have protested any aid restrictions, and the US has stressed that overall military support to Israel remains unaffected.
Anonymous users are dominating right-wing discussions online. They also spread false information
Elon Musk's involvement with anonymous influencers on X platform highlights the spread of misinformation online. The use of social media to promote false narratives poses a threat to the integrity of information and democracy.
SBI refuses to disclose SOP for sale, redemption of electoral bonds in RTI reply
In its landmark verdict on February 15, the court scrapped the Centre's electoral bonds scheme that allowed anonymous political funding, calling it "unconstitutional", and ordered disclosure by the EC of the donors, the amounts donated by them and the recipients by March 13.
SC stays Centre’s fact check unit, says it impacts fundamental right of freedom of speech and expression
The Supreme Court has halted the implementation of the FCU Rules issued by the Union Government until the Bombay High Court decides on challenges to the IT Rules amendment 2023, citing serious constitutional concerns affecting freedom of speech.
ETtech Explainer: The govt’s ban on OTT platforms
The government banned 18 over-the-top apps for housing obscene, vulgar and, in some cases, pornographic content. The move comes after rising concerns regarding the accessibility of explicit material on digital platforms. ETtech explains what this means.
Supreme Court strikes down electoral bonds as unconstitutional
State Bank will stop issuing such bonds immediately and provide complete details on those issued since 2019 to the Election Commission of India, which will make this information public by March 13, the court said. Also, bonds issued and still within the 15-day validity period have to be returned and the money refunded to the purchaser.
SC strikes down electoral bonds scheme. Here's what it asked the SBI to do
The Indian Supreme Court has ruled that the issuance of electoral bonds is unconstitutional and violates the right to information, Article 19(1)(a). The court has ordered the State Bank of India to stop rolling out bonds and submit details of bonds purchased since April 2019 to the Election Commission of India (ECI) by March 6.
SC rules electoral bonds scheme 'unconstitutional'; Here are the key takeaways from the verdict
The Supreme Court has deemed the electoral bonds scheme "unconstitutional," citing its violation of the right to information. The scheme allowed anonymous corporate contributions to political parties. The court has directed the State Bank of India (SBI) to stop issuing electoral bonds and disclose details of parties that received them. The decision, coming ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, aims to enhance transparency in political funding. The ruling BJP reportedly received significantly more funding through electoral bonds than the Congress, raising concerns about fairness and transparency in political financing.
CIC asks defence ministry to revisit refusal to disclose records on 'Agnipath' scheme
The Central Information Commission has directed the defence ministry to revisit its refusal to disclose records related to the Agnipath military recruitment scheme under the Right to Information Act. Activist Vihar Durve had filed an RTI application seeking records of deliberations on the Agnipath scheme. The defence ministry classified the files as "secret" and invoked Section 8(1)(a) of the RTI Act to deny the information.
E-commerce platforms can't become haven for counterfeiters: Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court observed that e-commerce websites are commercial ventures and are inherently profit oriented, which is not objectionable, but they have to protect intellectual property rights of others.
RTI appeals, complaints disposal rate crosses 90 per cent in current fiscal: CIC
During an hour-long meeting, Samariya informed the minister that the disposal rate of the Right to Information (RTI) appeals and complaints has, for the first time, crossed 90 per cent in the current financial year, according to a personnel ministry statement.
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