The Supreme Court criticized Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for his comments on the court’s bail decision for BRS leader K Kavitha, emphasizing the need for mutual respect among the three branches of government. The court opted not to act against Reddy but warned against unwarranted remarks that could cause friction.
The Kerala High Court convicted sub-inspector VR Rineesh for contempt of court, sentencing him to two months in jail, suspended for a year. The ruling aimed to deter police personnel from disrespecting legal professionals. Despite an apology, the court questioned its sincerity and emphasized the need for immediate and genuine remorse. The case has prompted calls for a fast-track mechanism to address police misconduct.
The Supreme Court today has deferred the hearing on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s defamation case for 6 weeks to allow time for a settlement. Kejriwal expressed willingness to apologize but not under the complainant’s conditions. This request comes after a 2019 order summoning Kejriwal, stressing the need for responsibility in retweeting content.
The Kerala High Court ordered 28 lawyers to provide free legal services as a remedy for their contempt of court, after they apologized for shouting abusive slogans against a Chief Judicial Magistrate. The court found their apology insufficient and proposed this measure, which the lawyers accepted while ensuring their right to practice law.
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The Indian Medical Association’s Chief, Dr. R V Asokan, publicly apologized for remarks made about the Supreme Court, clarifying that he meant no disrespect. This followed the Court’s comments during a case involving misleading advertisements. The IMA has filed a petition against such ads and emphasizes the priority of promoting ethical practices within the association.
The Delhi High Court directed TMC MP Saket Gokhale to pay Rs 50 lakh in damages to former diplomat Lakshmi Puri for a defamation case. Gokhale was also mandated to publish an apology in The Times of India and on his X handle within eight weeks. The court’s order followed allegations of defamatory tweets made by Gokhale against Puri.
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Today (27th May): The Delhi High Court has dropped a Rs 1 lakh fine imposed on a lawyer who filed a PIL aimed at restraining media channels from airing sensational headlines regarding Arvind Kejriwal’s resignation. The court directed the lawyer to perform community service and attach the court’s order to any future petition. The PIL sought to restrict media coverage and was considered beyond the court’s purview.
Patanjali Ayurved co-founders, Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna, are facing criminal proceedings for deceptive advertising. The case centers on purportedly misleading advertisements, leading to contempt of court proceedings. The charges, rooted in the Drugs And Magic Remedies Act, reflect the government’s resolve to uphold advertising integrity. The outcome could impact advertising regulations.
