The Delhi High Court Chief Justice’s virtual hearing was abruptly stayed after a participant suddenly displayed pornographic visuals during the session. Disturbing audio followed, forcing authorities to immediately block access and shut down the video-conferencing platform.
A Delhi court postponed its verdict in a road accident case due to a stenographer’s suicide threat. This delay affected the judgment concerning Sukhdev, a truck driver convicted of rash driving and causing death by negligence. Ultimately, the court delivered its decision on May 9, affirming Sukhdev’s guilt.
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.