Justice Surya Kant responded to Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s remarks, stating that the judiciary faces attacks daily. His comments came after Dhankhar’s statement about MPs being the ultimate masters of the Constitution. Justice Kant downplayed the criticism, affirming that such challenges are a regular part of the institution’s role.
Jodhpur, March 12 – The Rajasthan High Court has taken a strict stand in a contempt case involving delayed salary payments and arrears to public employees. On Wednesday, the court directed the state government to withhold the salaries of three bureaucrats due to a delay of over three and a half years in complying with its orders.
New Delhi, Feb 28 – The Delhi High Court has given Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Saket Gokhale a final opportunity to respond to a contempt petition filed by former diplomat Lakshmi Murdeshwar Puri. Justice Dharmesh Sharma granted two more weeks for Gokhale to submit his reply and scheduled the next hearing for April 18. The court warned that if he failed to respond, he might be required to appear in person.
The Delhi High Court will review articles from The Caravan and The Ken to determine interim relief in the defamation case filed by ANI against Wikipedia. ANI claims that Wikipedia permitted defamatory edits to its page on the platform. The court’s examination of these articles is crucial to the ongoing legal dispute. This case highlights concerns over content accuracy and accountability on online platforms.
A Mumbai court issued a contempt notice to CEO Sundar Pichai over YouTube’s non-compliance in removing a defamatory video about the NGO Dhyan Foundation. The court emphasized the video’s potential threat to public order. The matter is set for a hearing on January 3, 2025, amidst ongoing discussions on digital content regulation.
The Delhi High Court sentenced a lawyer to four months in prison for criminal contempt, citing his “deplorable and derogatory language” that scandalized the judiciary. The court noted his lack of respect for judicial officers and his filing of numerous complaints intended to defame the court, highlighting a deliberate “vilification campaign.”
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Today, On 24th October, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud challenged Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena’s claims regarding a controversial tree-cutting incident, demanding original records. Despite Saxena’s affidavit stating he was unaware before June, the court revealed he had been informed in April. This inquiry raises significant questions about environmental governance and accountability.
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Today, On 24th September, the Supreme Court exempted a Ministry of Environment official and contractors from appearing in a case concerning tree felling in Delhi’s Ridge area, while legal proceedings continue. The court criticized the DDA’s actions regarding deforestation and emphasized the importance of environmental protection and proper judicial processes.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court upheld that fair reporting of court judgments is crucial for justice and press freedom, shielding journalists from contempt charges. This ruling highlights the press’s essential function in promoting transparency and accountability in state actions and judicial outcomes.
The Supreme Court condemned lawyer strikes, warning of consequences for the Faizabad Bar Association for abstaining from work. The court emphasized the negative impact of strikes on the justice system and demanded undertakings from all members to never strike again. This precedes a panel takeover and elections by December 2024. The court’s stance upholds its past disapproval of lawyer strikes.