‘Times of India (ToI) Intentionally Painted a Wrong Picture Before SC to Get Stay in False Reporting Case’: HC Stays Proceedings Against TOI & Indian Express

The Gujarat High Court stayed proceedings against Times of India and Indian Express based on a Supreme Court order. The High Court criticized TOI for misrepresenting the situation, claiming contempt proceedings. The Court dropped contempt proceedings against the editor of Divya Bhaskar after an unconditional apology. The newspapers were criticized for sensationalizing court proceedings.

News Report Targeting Judge | MP High Court Imposes Rs 1 Lakh Cost on Editor

The Madhya Pradesh High Court found Suman Singh Sikarwar, editor of Dainik Chambal Vani, guilty of contempt of court for publishing a news report against a judge. A fine of Rs 1 lakh and additional costs were imposed. The court cautioned Sikarwar to be more careful in the future to avoid such situations.