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#MeToo: Delhi HC admits MJ Akbar's appeal challenging Priya Ramani's acquittal in defamation case
2 years, 11 months ago

#MeToo: Delhi HC admits MJ Akbar's appeal challenging Priya Ramani's acquittal in defamation case

Firstpost  

Journalist Priya Ramani made sexual misconduct allegations against MJ Akbar in 2018. A trial court had acquitted Ramani in a defamation case filed by the former Union minister on 17 February, 2021 New Delhi: The Delhi High Court Thursday agreed to examine former Union minister MJ Akbar’s appeal against the trial court order acquitting journalist Priya Ramani in his criminal …

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Delhi High Court Issues Notice On MJ Akbar's Plea Against Priya Ramani's Acquittal In Criminal Defamation Case
3 years, 4 months ago

Delhi High Court Issues Notice On MJ Akbar's Plea Against Priya Ramani's Acquittal In Criminal Defamation Case

Live Law  

The Delhi High Court today issued notice on an appeal preferred by former Union Minister MJ Akbar, challenging the acquittal of journalist Priya Ramani in the criminal defamation case filed by him over the "metoo" sexual harassment allegations made by her.Justice Mukta Gupta issued notice to the Respondent and fixed the case for hearing on January 13, 2022.The Court heard …

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MJ Akbar moves to Delhi High Court against Priya Ramani's acquittal
3 years, 9 months ago

MJ Akbar moves to Delhi High Court against Priya Ramani's acquittal

Op India  

Former Union Minister MJ Akbar has appealed in the Delhi High Court challenging the acquittal of journalist Priya Ramani in the defamation case. Breaking: MJ Akbar Moves Delhi High Court Challenging Acquittal of #priyaramani in Criminal defamation Case. Delhi HC To Hear the Matter Tomorrow pic.twitter.com/SGil9vk14j — Live Law March 24, 2021 Acquittal of Priya Ramani On February 17 this …

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Breaking: Delhi High Court To Hear MJ Akbar's Plea Challenging Priya Ramani's Acquittal In Criminal Defamation Case Tomorrow
3 years, 9 months ago

Breaking: Delhi High Court To Hear MJ Akbar's Plea Challenging Priya Ramani's Acquittal In Criminal Defamation Case Tomorrow

Live Law  

Former Union Minister MJ Akbar has moved Delhi High Court challenging acquittal of journalist Priya Ramani in the criminal defamation case filed by him over the "metoo" sexual harassment allegations made by her.A Delhi Court on February 17 acquitted Priya Ramani in the Case.Justice Mukta Gupta will hear the matter tomorrow. Former Union Minister MJ Akbar has moved Delhi High …

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When We Refer to #MeToo as a Movement, We Become Complicit in Diminishing Its Efficacy: Ghazala Wahab
3 years, 9 months ago

When We Refer to #MeToo as a Movement, We Become Complicit in Diminishing Its Efficacy: Ghazala Wahab

News 18  

One question that I have been repeatedly asked over the last two years is, ‘what is the future of the #MeToo movement.’ To different people I have tried to give a different answer. While ‘Me Too’ has been an enabler that encourages women to not let their oppressors hide behind the smokescreen of complicit silence, the hashtag has ensured a …

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Exemplary Role Of District Courts In Dispensing Justice And Protecting Human Rights
3 years, 9 months ago

Exemplary Role Of District Courts In Dispensing Justice And Protecting Human Rights

Live Law  

A recent editorial on the bail granted to a 22-year old, much maligned, alleged conspirator and foreign agent, 'toolkit' climate activist Disha Ravi in the Indian Express says it all. Titled 'Thank you', it begins with a positive summing up: " Judge Dharmender Rana's verdict granting bail to Disha Ravi underscores what judiciary can - and should - do today." …

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Priya Ramani's Victory​ is a Significant Milestone But There's Still A Long Road Ahead Towards Making Workplaces Safe for Women
3 years, 10 months ago

Priya Ramani's Victory​ is a Significant Milestone But There's Still A Long Road Ahead Towards Making Workplaces Safe for Women

News 18  

We waited two and a half years for this judgement. This landmark judgement is not just a vindication of all those survivors who spoke of sexual harassment at the workplace but indeed a protection against future baseless cases filed to silence and intimidate survivors. As we salute Priya’s courage and eminent lawyer Rebecca John’s tenacity, it’s also time to take …

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Re-establishing the relevance of #MeToo
3 years, 10 months ago

Re-establishing the relevance of #MeToo

Deccan Chronicle  

Despite garnering enough buzz in the country, the #MeToo movement, regardless of ground-breaking revelations against powerful men, failed to cause tangible legal results for the sexually abused. However, journalist and author Priya Ramani’s recent victory in the MJ Akbar v/s Priya Ramani defamation case seems to have led to a paradigm shift in India’s legal justice system. In his verdict, …

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Shobhaa De | Women walk taller But what if Ramani had lost?
3 years, 10 months ago

Shobhaa De | Women walk taller But what if Ramani had lost?

Deccan Chronicle  

The temptation to gloat at this very moment is pretty darn overwhelming. I’m sure millions of women across India are viewing journalist Priya Ramani’s acquittal by a Delhi court in a criminal defamation case filed by former Union minister/ journalist/author M.J. Akbar as a personal victory. It was a goosebumps-inducing historic few minutes for those present at Delhi’s Rouse Avenue …

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A verdict that has ended a long silence
3 years, 10 months ago

A verdict that has ended a long silence

The Hindu  

The acquittal of Priya Ramani, a journalist, on a complaint of criminal defamation by former Union Minister M.J. Akbar has come as a vindication to a long line of women who have not been taken seriously earlier when they have alleged sexual harassment. Mr. Akbar alleged that Ms. Ramani’s allegations, “by their very tone and tenor, are ex facie defamatory …

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When a Victim Becomes Accused: The Biggest Takeaway From Priya Ramani vs MJ Akbar Verdict
3 years, 10 months ago

When a Victim Becomes Accused: The Biggest Takeaway From Priya Ramani vs MJ Akbar Verdict

News 18  

In what is being hailed as a landmark judgment, a Delhi Court acquitted journalist Priya Ramani in the criminal defamation case filed by her alleged perpetrator MJ Akbar. “The biggest takeaway of the verdict is that women should speak up more and they shouldn’t be scared of the consequences of their truth," Priya Ramani told News18. Judge Ravindra Kumar Pandey …

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Taapsee, Richa and Others Celebrate Priya Ramani's Acquittal in MJ Akbar Defamation Case
3 years, 10 months ago

Taapsee, Richa and Others Celebrate Priya Ramani's Acquittal in MJ Akbar Defamation Case

News 18  

Prominent Bollywood celebrities, including actors Taapsee Pannu, Richa Chadha, and filmmaker Onir on Wednesday hailed journalist Priya Ramani’s acquittal in MJ Akbar’s criminal defamation case over allegations of sexual harassment. Screenwriter-editor Apurva Asrani said Ramani’s acquittal is a “relief” for those women who found the courage to call out their abusers but said it’s only half the battle won. @IndiaMeToo” …

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'Woman Can't Be Punished For Raising Voice Against Sex Abuse' : Priya Ramani's Acquittal A Victory For 'MeToo' Movement
3 years, 10 months ago

'Woman Can't Be Punished For Raising Voice Against Sex Abuse' : Priya Ramani's Acquittal A Victory For 'MeToo' Movement

Live Law  

The verdict on journalist Priya Ramani's acquittal in former Union Minister MJ Akbar's defamation case against her, delivered by ACMM Ravindra Pandey of Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi, may well be a long due shot in the arm for rights of sexual harassment survivors in the country. Be it the initial uncertainty, the difficulties faced from within and around oneself, …

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MJ Akbar Not A Man Of 'Stellar Reputation', Delhi Court Says Based On Priya Ramani, Ghazala Wahab Testimonies
3 years, 10 months ago

MJ Akbar Not A Man Of 'Stellar Reputation', Delhi Court Says Based On Priya Ramani, Ghazala Wahab Testimonies

Live Law  

Senior editor and former Union Minister MJ Akbar cannot be regarded as a "man of stellar reputation", observed a Delhi Court while dismissing his criminal defamation complaint against journalist Priya Ramani over her sexual harassment allegations made against him.The Court made this observation on the basis of testimonies of Ramani and journalist Ghazala Wahab, who detailed their experiences. Senior editor …

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Full text: Priya Ramani acquitted in MJ Akbar defamation case; FP report cited in verdict
3 years, 10 months ago

Full text: Priya Ramani acquitted in MJ Akbar defamation case; FP report cited in verdict

Firstpost  

The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi on Wednesday acquitted journalist Priya Ramani in a criminal defamation complaint filed against her by former Union minister MJ Akbar for making sexual misconduct allegation against him. The court, in its order, also made some important observations on sexual harassment, its effect on the survivors and the social stigma attached to it. Here are …

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My victory belongs to everyone who spoke up during the #MeToo movement, says Priya Ramani
3 years, 10 months ago

My victory belongs to everyone who spoke up during the #MeToo movement, says Priya Ramani

The Hindu  

Following a Delhi court’s verdict acquitting journalist Priya Ramani in a defamation case filed by former Union Minister M.J. Akbar, Ms. Ramani said that she felt vindicated on behalf of all the women who have ever spoken up against sexual harassment at the workplace. # MeToo | Women lawyers, activists hail ‘historic’ judgement acquitting Priya Ramani Speaking to The Hindu, …

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MJ Akbar vs Priya Ramani MeToo case updates: Photos of Ramani with Rebecca John flood social media, lawyer says 'most important case of career'
3 years, 10 months ago

MJ Akbar vs Priya Ramani MeToo case updates: Photos of Ramani with Rebecca John flood social media, lawyer says 'most important case of career'

Firstpost  

Load More MJ Akbar vs Priya Ramani MeToo case updates: After a Delhi court acquitted Ramani in a criminal defamation complaint by Akbar, her lawyer Rebecca John said it was difficult trial and the case was the most important in her career. A number of woman journalists hailed the Delhi court’s acquittal of Priya Ramani in a criminal defamation case, …

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News18 Evening Digest: Delhi Court Acquits Priya Ramani in MJ Akbar Defamation Case; 50% Rise in Infections in 5 Mumbai Wards & Other Top Stories
3 years, 10 months ago

News18 Evening Digest: Delhi Court Acquits Priya Ramani in MJ Akbar Defamation Case; 50% Rise in Infections in 5 Mumbai Wards & Other Top Stories

News 18  

Man of Social Status Can be Sexual Abuser Too, Observes Delhi Court as it Acquits Priya Ramani in MJ Akbar’s Defamation Case Observing that a man “even a man of social status can be a sexual harasser”, Delhi Court on Wednesday acquitted Priya Ramani in criminal defamation case by MJ Akbar. 50% Rise in Infections in 5 Wards, Multiple Buildings …

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MJ Akbar defamation case: 'Right of reputation not at the cost of right to dignity,' rules court
3 years, 10 months ago

MJ Akbar defamation case: 'Right of reputation not at the cost of right to dignity,' rules court

Firstpost  

Speaking after the verdict, Ramani said that she felt vindicated despite the fact that she, the victim, had to stand up in court as an accused. She thanked her lawyer and all other survivors who had come out in her support during the over two-year-long legal battle Noting that a person’s ‘right of reputation can’t be protected at the cost …

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Priya Ramani acquitted in MJ Akbar defamation case: 'Happy and proud', 'watershed moment'; journalists hail Delhi court's verdict
3 years, 10 months ago

Priya Ramani acquitted in MJ Akbar defamation case: 'Happy and proud', 'watershed moment'; journalists hail Delhi court's verdict

Firstpost  

Ramani had made allegation of sexual misconduct against Akbar in the wake of the #MeToo movement in 2018. Akbar had filed the complaint against Ramani on 15 October, 2018, for allegedly defaming him by accusing him of sexual misconduct decades ago The acquittal of journalist Priya Ramani in a criminal defamation case filed by former Union minister MJ Akbar by …

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Delhi Court acquits journalist Priya Ramani in criminal defamation case filed by MJ Akbar
3 years, 10 months ago

Delhi Court acquits journalist Priya Ramani in criminal defamation case filed by MJ Akbar

India TV News  

A Delhi Court on Wednesday acquitted Journalist Priya Ramani in a criminal defamation case filed by former Union Minister MJ Akbar for accusing him of sexual misconduct. In the wake of #MeToo movement in 2018, Ramani had made an allegation of sexual harassment against Akbar. Pursuant to this, he filed the criminal defamation case against her and resigned as the …

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Priya Ramani acquitted in MJ Akbar defamation case
3 years, 10 months ago

Priya Ramani acquitted in MJ Akbar defamation case

Hindustan Times  

A Delhi court on Wednesday acquitted former journalist Priya Ramani in former Union minister MJ Akbar's defamation case against her for her allegations of sexual harassment and said a woman has right to voice her grievance even after several years. Ramani was the first in a long list of female journalists to accuse MJ Akbar, a journalist-turned-politician, of sexual harassment. …

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BREAKING : 'Woman Has Right To Put Her Grievance Even After Decades' : Delhi Court Acquits Priya Ramani In MJ Akbar's Criminal Defamation Case
3 years, 10 months ago

BREAKING : 'Woman Has Right To Put Her Grievance Even After Decades' : Delhi Court Acquits Priya Ramani In MJ Akbar's Criminal Defamation Case

Live Law  

A Delhi Court on Wednesday acquitted journalist Priya Ramani in the criminal defamation case filed by former Union Minister MJ Akbar over the "metoo" sexual harassment allegations made by her. #PriyaRamani says after her acquittal in MJ Akbar's defamation case, "I feel amazing, I feel vindicated to have my truth accepted in a court of law." pic.twitter.com/KDefjsPOtx — Live Law …

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'We won this': Twitter hails Priya Ramani's acquittal in MJ Akbar's #MeToo defamation case
3 years, 10 months ago

'We won this': Twitter hails Priya Ramani's acquittal in MJ Akbar's #MeToo defamation case

India Today  

Dismissing Rajya Sabha MP MJ Akbar's criminal defamation suit against journalist Priya Ramani, a Delhi court on Wednesday ruled that the right to dignity takes precedence over the right to reputation. Journalist Ismat Ara quoted Priya Ramani as saying, "This is a big moment for the #MeToo movement." Sexual harassment has got the attention it deserves.’ What an important victory …

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