Masarubhai Rinabhai Rabari vs Central Board of Film Certification and others — Parched movie ban case

In re: Deaths of infants at Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS)

The Telangana High Court has directed the state government to file an affidavit detailing infrastructure upgrades following a fire at the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) that caused the deaths of five infants. As reported on 02 November 2026, the investigation continues as political figures have provided financial assistance to the affected families.

In re: Film 'SURYAA – Ant Se Aarambh Tak' — Petition against release

A public interest litigation was filed in the Delhi High Court seeking an interim stay and pre-release scrutiny of the film 'SURYAA – Ant Se Aarambh Tak' over concerns regarding its depiction of medical corruption and violence against healthcare workers. As reported on 2 November 2026, the court has issued notices seeking responses from the Union of India, the Central Board of Film Certification, and the film's producers regarding the teaser.

In re: Petition seeking investigation into background and social media presence of Saurav Das

The Madras High Court is hearing a public interest litigation seeking a probe into the identity, nationality, and background of journalist Saurav Das, also identified as Yogesh Sharma, following his commentary on the judiciary. On 30 October 2026, a Division Bench issued notices to the Union Home Ministry, Ministry of External Affairs, Regional Passport Officer, UIDAI, and the grievance officers of X and Instagram, as well as to Das, regarding requests to block his social media accounts and cancel his passport and Aadhaar card.