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Delhi HC Highlights Thin Line Between Criticism, Defamation in Raghav ... Delhi-NCR · 22 May 2026 Delhi HC Highlights Thin Line Between Criticism, Defamation in Raghav Chadha Case Delhi High Court reminded MP Raghav Chadha that there is a thin line between political criticism and defamation while hearing his plea against allegedly malicious social media posts claiming his switch from AAP to BJP. Bhasha Times Newsroom Read in हिन्दी Share Justice Subramonium Prasad was hearing a suit filed by the Aam Aadmi Party leader seeking action against fabricated and malicious social media posts. The posts allegedly suggested that Chadha had 'sold himself away for money' and switched political allegiances. Senior advocate Rajiv Nayar, appearing for Chadha, contended there were multiple posts with profane content that were gravely prejudicial to his reputation and personality rights. He sought an interim order for takedown of the content, but the court declined and reserved its verdict on interim relief. The judge questioned whether a public figure could be overly sensitive to social media criticism. The court acknowledged that an individual has the right to live with dignity, while the right …

'Very thin line' between defamation, personality rights: Delhi HC on ... The Delhi High Court on Tuesday adjourned the hearing on a plea filed by Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma plea seeking protection of his personality rights. During the hearing, the court observed that there is a “very thin line” between defamation and personality rights, noting that issues of defamation may also involve elements of personality rights. The High Court directed Sharma’s counsel to file an additional affidavit containing screenshots of the disputed content mentioned in the list submitted along with the petition. The matter has been listed for further hearing on July 9. In his suit, Sharma has sought the removal of certain infringing content, including AI-generated material circulating on social media platforms. The Tribune, now published from Chandigarh, started publication on February 2, 1881, in Lahore (now in Pakistan). It was started by Sardar Dyal Singh Majithia, a public-spirited philanthropist, and is run by a trust comprising five eminent persons as trustees.The Tribune, the largest selling English daily in North India, publishes news and views without any bias or prejudice of any ki…

Thin line between defamation, political criticism: Delhi HC on Raghav ... New Delhi, May 21The Delhi High Court on Thursday said there was a thin line between political criticism and defamation, as it asked MP Raghav Chadha if he can be "sensitive" to social media posts seemingly criticizing his "political decision". Chadha, who recently exited the Aam Aadmi Party to join the BJP, filed a lawsuit in the high court against the publication of alleged malicious and fabricated social media posts that, he said, are gravely prejudicial to his reputation and personality rights. Senior advocate Rajiv Nayar, appearing for Chadha, contended there were posts with profane content, including where the politician is shown as having "sold himself away for money". Reserving verdict on the aspect of interim relief to take down such alleged offending content,Justice Subramonium Prasadacknowledged that while an individual has the right to live with dignity, the right to free speech under the Constitution also cannot be taken away. "It is a comment by an individual criticizing a political decision... As a political leader, can you be sensitive," asked Justice Prasad during the hearing. "Right fr…

Thin line between defamation, criticism: Delhi high court tells Raghav ... There is a thin line between political criticism and defamation, the Delhi High Court told MPRaghav Chadhaas he sought taking down of “defamatory” content allegedly showing that he “sold himself for money" afterhis switch to the BJP from AAP. Chadha had filed a lawsuit in the high court against the publication of alleged malicious and fabricated social media posts that, he said, are gravely prejudicial to his reputation and personality rights, news agency PTI reported. Chadha was represented by senior advocate Rajiv Nayar who contended there were posts with profane content. Also read:X withholds CJP account in India, platform says done due to a ‘legal demand’ "The line between defamation and criticism is quite thin, right? It's very easy to slip to the other side, which affects your right to live with dignity and you cannot infringe on this side at the same time. Your Article 19 (1) (a) right also cannot be taken away," the court added. The high court reserved its verdict on the aspect of interim relief to take down such alleged offending content. Justice Subramonium Prasad acknowledged that while an in…

Thin line between defamation and criticism: Delhi HC on Raghav Chadha seeking protection of personality rights It referred to precedent in the Shashi Tharoor case where the court protected the personality rights of the Congress leaders because of his distinctive style of speech and demeanour

Abhishek Sharma's AI image case: HC flags 'thin line' between personality rights & defamation The Delhi High Court is examining personality rights in the digital age. Cricketer Abhishek Sharma filed a suit against unauthorised online use of his likeness. The court noted a thin line between defamation and personality rights. Disputes involve AI-altered images and the exploitation of identity. The matter was adjourned for further hearing on July 9.

Thin line between defamation and criticism: Delhi High Court asks ... SHARE There is a fine line between political criticism and defamation, the Delhi High Court told MP Raghav Chadha as he sought removal of “defamatory” content in which he allegedly “sold himself for money” after switching from the BJP from AAP. MP Raghav Chadha (pictured) switched from AAP to BJP along with six other MPs on April 24, 2026. (PTI) Chadha filed a case in the Supreme Court against allegedly malicious and fabricated posts on social media, which he said seriously harmed his reputation and personal rights, news agency PTI reported. Chadha was represented by senior advocate Rajeev Nayar who confirmed that there were posts with obscene content. Read also: X blocks CJP’s account in India, platform says due to ‘legal request’ “The line between defamation and criticism is very thin, isn’t it? It is very easy to slip to the other side, affecting your right to live with dignity and you cannot violate that aspect at the same time. Your right under Article 19(1)(a) cannot be taken away either,” the court added. The Supreme Court reserved its ruling on the aspect of interim relief to remove such allegedly infrin…

Delhi High Court orders takedown of defamatory content against Raghav ... News On AIR | July 1, 2026 1:18 PM Delhi High Court orders takedown of defamatory content against Raghav Chadha The Delhi High Court today directed the take-down of certain social media content found to be defamatory against Member of Parliament from Rajya Sabha Raghav Chadha. However, the Court refused to pass any blanket interim order for the removal of defamatory content. Justice Subramonium Prasad ordered for removal of five documents to which Mr. Chadha had objected. The Court held that the present suit does not involve personality rights. Mr. Chadha had earlier filed a lawsuit in the High Court against the publication of alleged malicious and fabricated social media posts. He had sought immediate removal and takedown of false, AI-generated and deepfake content circulating widely across social media platforms, calling it gravely prejudicial to his reputation and personality rights.