Law

Kerala HC stays release of 'Kerala Story 2' for 15 days

IANS | February 26, 2026 2:46 PM

Kochi Feb, 26 (IANS) In a significant development that has sent ripples through the film industry and political circles alike, the Kerala High Court on Thursday stayed the release of the controversial film "Kerala Story 2" for 15 days, just a day before its scheduled theatrical debut.

‘They fired a gunshot’: SC directs seizure of NCERT book, contemplates contempt action against officials

IANS | February 26, 2026 12:33 PM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Thursday came down heavily on the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) over references to “corruption in the judiciary” in a Class 8 Social Science textbook, observing that the controversy appeared to be the result of a “calculated move” that has left the judiciary “bleeding”.

SC to hear today PIL against false FIRs, seeks preventive measures

IANS | February 26, 2026 9:06 AM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Thursday a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking directions to the Centre and state authorities to install “display boards” at police stations, court complexes and public offices highlighting the penal provisions and punishment for filing false complaints, false charges and fabricated evidence.

SC objects to NCERT’s new Class 8 textbook over mention of ‘corruption in judiciary’

IANS | February 25, 2026 12:03 PM

New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Wednesday expressed strong displeasure over references to “corruption in the judiciary” in a newly introduced Class 8 Social Science textbook published by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), remarking that no one would be permitted to “defame or denigrate” the institution.