Karnataka HC

The Karnataka HC warned Facebook that it may take measures to shut down the social media giant’s operations in India. The warning issued on June 15, came amid Facebook's alleged non-compliance with local law enforcement during an investigation into the case of an Indian citizen who is currently imprisoned in Saudi Arabia. A bench of justice Krishna S Dixit issued the warning on a petition filed by Karnataka resident Kavitha.

The Supreme Court (SC) bench headed by CJI NV Ramana rejected the CBI plea, challenging Karnataka HC's judgment. Notably, recently, the Karnataka HC directed the CBI to release the seized money during a raid at the premises of Congress leader DK Shivakumar's close associate Sachin Narayan. The Karnataka HC said, there is no evidence to show that money seized has any connection with the illegal crime.

The Karnataka HC is all set to pronounce its judgement on the controversial Hijab row issue, on March 15. The matter started in January, condemning the orders of Udupi Pre University, which banned entry with hijab or religious attire, besides uniform. The matter was taken to the HC, which is to announce the verdict. Until now, the court issued interim order, restricting students from wearing hijab until matter resolves.

Karnataka HC bench reviewed Hijab row, on February 21 and said that non-essential religious practices (including wearing of Hijab) should be kept outside educational institutions. The bench comprising chief justice Ritu Raj Awasthi, cited Dr BR Ambedkar, and also said, "let's keep religious instructions outside educational institutions". Meanwhile, AG representing the institution also said that only essential religious practices come under… read-more

Karnataka HC reviewed the "Hijab Row" and announced to continue the hearing tomorrow, asking to maintain peace and order in the State. After court hearing on February 8, the Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai announced to close schools and colleges for next three days. Notably, the Karnataka Government's decision of not allowing Hijab for students, created ruckus, following which five students filed a petition, demanding approval under the Indian… read-more