Naz Foundation (India) Trust vs Suresh Kumar Koushal and Another

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1. News17 Feb 2016

   Renewed hope

   The Supreme Court's decision to refer the curative petitions against its 2013 verdict re-criminalising consensual sex between two adults in private to a...

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Supreme Court decided to hear arguments again regarding whether same-sex relations should be legal.

   Who:

   The Naz Foundation India Trust represents the petitioners, Suresh Kumar Koushal is a party to the case, and the Supreme Court of India acts as the highest judicial authority.

   When:

   Reported on 17 Feb 2016.

   Where:

   Supreme Court of India.

   Why:

   The court expressed renewed hope and interest in reviewing the legal status of consensual private sexual acts.

   What it means:

   This development sets the stage for a fresh round of legal arguments to determine if such private acts remain punishable by law.

   The Hindu
2. News2 Feb 2016

   Activists Welcome Supreme Court Move To Re-Examine Its Gay Sex Verdict

   The Supreme Court's move to order re-examination of its verdict criminalising sexual activity between same sex consenting adults under section 377 of IPC...

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Supreme Court decided to reconsider its previous ruling regarding gay sex.

   Who:

   Activists who support the move and the Supreme Court of India.

   When:

   Reported on 2 Feb 2016.

   Where:

   Supreme Court of India.

   What it means:

   The court will take a fresh look at its earlier decision.

   NDTV