Lawyer Shashi Ranjan Kumar Singh writes to Attorney General seeking consent to initiate criminal contempt proceedings against Sanjeev Sanyal over his remarks on the judiciary. The move cites potential impact on public trust and Sanyal’s role as government advisor.
The Gujarat High Court initiated contempt proceedings after a man, Abdul Samad, appeared in a virtual hearing while on a toilet, creating a viral video that raised public concern about courtroom decorum. The court condemned this behavior, ordered the video’s deletion, and seeks to prevent similar incidents in future livestreams.
Advocate Harish Chandra Shukla faces contempt charges for accusing a judge of bias during a murder case bail hearing. The Allahabad High Court deemed his allegations serious misconduct and initiated criminal contempt proceedings against him. The case will be investigated further, with Justice Siddharth recusing himself from it.
Today, On 17th March, The Supreme Court issued a contempt notice to an official for failing to decide on the remission plea of a convict in the Nitish Katara murder case. The bench expressed displeasure over the inaction, emphasizing the need for timely decisions in legal matters. The case involves the brutal 2002 murder of Katara, which was classified as an honor killing. The Court has sought an explanation for the delay, stressing accountability in handling remission applications.
Today, On 7th March, The Supreme Court is set to issue comprehensive directions for enforcing the Drugs and Magic Remedies Act. The case stems from a writ petition by the Indian Medical Association (IMA). The IMA seeks action against misleading advertisements promoting allopathic medicines. The ruling aims to curb false medical claims and protect public health.