The Delhi High Court upheld a commercial court order striking off a written statement after an advocate casually said “De denge” while ignoring cost payment directions. The Court called the excuse flimsy and stressed strict compliance with timelines under the Commercial Courts Act.
Justice JJ Munir of the Allahabad High Court expressed concern about aggressive litigants due to the judiciary’s hesitance to invoke contempt powers, respecting free speech rights. The court dismissed baseless allegations against a presiding officer, emphasizing the need for responsible exercise of rights and maintaining the integrity of the judiciary, imposing costs on the petitioner.
