Shahed Kamal vs M/S. A. Surti Developers Pvt. Ltd

The Supreme Court examined whether erecting protest banners by homebuyers against a developer constituted criminal defamation or protected free speech. The court considered the context of public interest and the nature of the statements made. It emphasized the importance of balancing freedom of expression with protection against defamation, ultimately ruling on the legal boundaries of protest actions. The judgment clarified the limits of permissible expression in disputes between homebuyers and developers.