In Pathanamthitta, the late Kannur ADM Naveen Babu’s wife, Manjusha, has requested a transfer from her role as Tahsildar in Konni due to her emotional state following her husband’s passing. She is seeking a reduced workload and wants to be reassigned as a senior superintendent at the Collectorate. Naveen’s family plans to approach the High…
The Kerala High Court has emphasized that while the press has the right to freedom of speech and expression, it should not violate individuals’ rights to dignity, reputation, and privacy, especially when reporting on criminal investigations or court cases. The court clarified that the media cannot act as investigators, prosecutors, or judges and should not…
The Kerala High Court stated that the investigation into cases related to sexual assault and harassment, as highlighted in the Justice Hema Committee report, is progressing well. The government filed a report on the progress of the probe in 26 FIRs. The court appointed an amicus curiae to coordinate reports on sexual harassment in the…
The land dispute in the coastal village of Munambam in Kochi dates back to the 19th century when the Kutchi Memons migrated to the Kerala coast. The issue escalated in 1962 when residents contested Farook College’s ownership. The BJP has supported the residents, leading to a hunger strike and protests. The land was leased to…
The Kerala High Court ruled that taking photos of a woman in a public or private place where she expects to be seen does not amount to voyeurism. The court clarified that voyeurism charges only apply when a woman is observed in a private act. In a case where a woman was photographed in front…
In a recent court case involving film director Sreekumar Menon and actor Manju Warrier, the Kerala High Court dismissed the charges against Menon. The allegations included stalking, obscene acts, and causing nuisance, among others. Warrier claimed that Menon harassed her mentally during a movie shoot and attempted to defame her. However, the court ruled that…