SC RULING ON RIGHT TO PRIVACY
Parents should be kept informed about live-in couples aged 18-21, says Uttarakhand's UCC panel
A committee in Uttarakhand tasked with framing rules for the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has revealed its approach to protecting data privacy while implementing mandatory registration of live-in relationships and marriages. The committee, led by Shatrughna Singh, aims to safeguard the privacy of data provided during registration.
SC says Muslim women can seek maintenance from husbands after divorce
The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that all women inclufing divorced Muslim females can file a petition under the Section 125 CrPC, which deals with wife's legal right to maintenance to seek maintenance from her husband.
SC judge Sanjiv Khanna recuses from considering review pleas on same-sex marriage
Supreme Court judge Sanjiv Khanna has recused himself from considering pleas for review of the apex court's judgement last year, which declined legal recognition to same-sex marriage. Khanna cited personal reasons for his recusal. The recusal would require reconstitution of a fresh five-judge constitution bench by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud for considering the review pleas.
Supreme Court says courts can't ask accused to share Google Maps location as bail condition
The Supreme Court ruled on Monday that requiring accused individuals to share their Google Maps location as a bail condition violates privacy rights. Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan emphasized that bail conditions should not allow constant tracking by police or infringe on personal privacy. The decision overturned a Delhi High Court order demanding location sharing for bail in a drug case.
SC to consider pleas seeking review of verdict declining legal recognition to same-sex marriage
The Supreme Court is scheduled to consider on July 10 a batch of pleas seeking review of its last year's judgement which refused to accord legal recognition to same-sex marriage. According to the cause list of July 10 uploaded on the apex court website, a five-judge bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud would consider in-chamber the pleas seeking review of the October 17 last year verdict.
Digi Yatra policy should spell out all rules on passenger info deletion, suggests study
A study by NITI Aayog recommends that the Digi Yatra policy clearly outline rules for deleting passenger information post-travel, amid privacy concerns over user data. The policy states that facial biometrics are deleted 24 hours after the passenger's flight, but deletion rules for other data must be specified. Frequent cybersecurity audits, algorithmic audits, and ongoing monitoring are also advised to ensure data security and system reliability.
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EU accuses Meta of breaking digital rules with paid ad-free option
Meta introduced a no-ads subscription service for Facebook and Instagram in Europe last November. The company stated that users who agree to tracking receive a free service supported by advertising revenue, while those who opt out can choose to pay to keep their data private.
AI companies train language models on YouTube's archive − making private videos a privacy risk
Exploring the intricate nexus of big tech self-regulation, privacy concerns, and legal safeguards in AI development underscores the imperative for ethical AI model training and deployment.
Patna High Court scraps 65% reservation for Backward Classes, EBCs, SCs & STs in Bihar
The Patna High Court has ruled that the Bihar Reservation of Vacancies in Posts and Services (Amendment) Act, 2023 and The Bihar (In admission in Educational Institutions) Reservation (Amendment) Act, 2023, are ultra vires and violative of the equality clause under Articles 14, 15, and 16. The move comes after the Bihar legislature in 2023 had given nod to increase the reservation for Backward Classes, Extremely Backward Classes, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes from 50% to 65%.
Hold meet with all stakeholders on Delhi water crisis, SC tells Centre
The Supreme Court directed a stakeholder meeting to address Delhi's water crisis amid an extreme heatwave. Various issues, including water wastage and shortage, were discussed, with a meeting scheduled for June 5 and the next hearing on June 6.
Supreme Court schedules Delhi government's plea seeking water from Haryana on June 6
The Supreme Court scheduled a hearing for Delhi's plea for additional water from Haryana on June 6. Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and KV Viswanathan Sai instructing the Upper Yamuna River Board to convene an emergency meeting on June 5 to address the water crisis in Delhi. The plea, filed by Delhi's Water Minister Atishi, emphasised water access as a fundamental human right crucial for survival and dignity.
SC to hear on June 3 Delhi govt plea seeking direction to Haryana to release surplus water
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on Monday from the Delhi government, requesting Haryana to release surplus water provided by Himachal Pradesh to alleviate Delhi's water crisis. A vacation bench of Justices P K Mishra and K V Viswanathan will hear the case. The plea emphasizes access to water as a fundamental human right under Article 21 of the Constitution.
Top EU data regulator says tech giants working closely on AI compliance
Des Hogan, Data Protection Commissioner in Ireland, highlighted the broad powers of national regulators to enforce changes in AI products for data privacy compliance.
Prince Harry’s attempt to include media baron Rupert Murdoch in lawsuit fails. Here is what court said
Prince Harry had sought to enlarge his privacy suit to include the media baron for alleged acts that were a breach of privacy. The court didn’t permit this.
Why Lalu Prasad Yadav is both right and wrong about Muslim reservation
Lalu Prasad has intensified the Muslim reservation debate that was triggered by PM Modi’s allegation that Congress aims to slice up the OBC quota for its minority vote bank. Prasad says Muslims should get reservation but then adds a caveat. The Constitution does not endorse reservation in jobs and education along religious lines. However, some govts have interpreted its provisions to extend reservation benefits to certain Muslim communities.
Arvind Kejriwal's bail plea: Right to campaign in polls neither fundamental nor constitutional, ED tells SC in fresh affidavit
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) submitted a fresh affidavit to the Supreme Court stating that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is not contesting Lok Sabha elections, has not been granted interim bail for campaigning, emphasizing that no political leader has ever received interim bail for such purposes. The agency asserted that the right to campaign in elections is neither fundamental nor constitutional. Even if a candidate is contesting, interim bail for campaigning while in custody is not granted. ED arg
Explained: Why WhatsApp is willing to leave India over encryption
After the messaging platform said that forcing it to break message encryption may lead to its exit from India, the Delhi HC has said the right to privacy can’t be absolute. Here’s a look at why the company is arguing that its end-to-end encryption cannot be compromised
ETtech Explainer: WhatsApp's standoff with Centre over end-to-end encryption
Last week, WhatsApp told the Delhi High Court that it would have to stop operations in India if it’s forced to break encryption for compliance with India’s Information Technology (IT) Rules, 2021.
Encryption Clash Explained: WhatsApp's existence in India hangs in the balance
WhatsApp's encryption debate in the Delhi High Court has sparked a discussion on the balance between privacy and security. The court is considering a rule that requires social media companies to disclose message senders, raising concerns about privacy and data storage. WhatsApp argues that breaking encryption would violate user rights, while the government emphasizes the need for traceability in cases like communal violence. The court will continue hearings, with potential implications for messaging platforms and user privacy in India.
Payment for imported software not royalty, rules SC
A bench of Justices BR Gavai, BV Nagarathna and Pankaj Mithal rejected a batch of review petitions filed by the Commissioner of Income Tax both on merits as well as on the grounds of delay. This means tax liability of foreign software seller without a permanent establishment in India would reduce to the 2% equalisation levy introduced via Finance Act 2020 from the 10%-15% royalty tax, which the Indian buyer has hitherto been liable to withhold.
Indian judiciary acknowledges economic well-being and individual rights not mutually exclusive but complementary: SC judge
Indian judiciary acknowledges that true economic development is not about immediate gains but involves a sustainable approach and economic well-being and individual rights are not mutually exclusive, Supreme Court judge Hima Kohli has said. Speaking at the American Bar Association (ABA)- India Conference 2024, Justice Kohli said the judiciary has shown an increasing inclination towards endorsing sustainable growth models.
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.
Plea in SC seeks stay on implementation of Citizenship Amendment Rules, 2024
An application was filed in the Supreme Court to halt the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Rules, 2024, until the petitions challenging the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 are decided. The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) sought to prevent coercive action against Muslims, who cannot apply for citizenship under the CAA. They urged the court to allow Muslims to apply for citizenship provisionally. Another application by the Democratic Youth Federation of India also seeks a stay on the Citizenship Amendment Rules, 2024.
NCLT reserves order on Byju’s rights issue; Meity tweaks IT rules
Byju’s and a group of its investors have been given three days by the National Company Law Tribunal to file written submissions on a plea about the edtech firm’s rights issue. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Supreme Court orders govt to pay Rs 60 lakh to military officer sacked after marriage
The Supreme Court has declared any law disentitling women employees based on their marriage and domestic involvement as unconstitutional. In a recent case, the court directed the Centre to pay Rs 60 lakh to Lt Selina John, a permanent commissioned officer from the Military Nursing Service, who was terminated after getting married.
SC ruling on electoral bond scheme in favour of transparency, people's interest: Petitioner
The Supreme Court has struck down the electoral bond scheme in India, stating it violates the right to information and freedom of speech and expression. Congress leader Jaya Thakur, who challenged the scheme, said the verdict will protect the interest of people and bring transparency in political funding. The court ordered the State Bank of India to disclose the names of contributors to the six-year-old scheme.
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.
'Intrusive' drones? US surveillance case tests privacy law
After bouncing between courts in recent years, the Michigan Supreme Court heard oral arguments in October, and a ruling in coming months could set a precedent nationally. "It's very intrusive," Maxon, 51, told the Thomson Reuters Foundation.
Italy fines first city for privacy breaches in use of AI
Trento was fined 50,000 euros ($54,225) and told to delete all data gathered in two European Union-funded projects. It is the first local administration in Italy to be sanctioned by the GPDP watchdog over the use of data from AI tools.
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