Today, On 9th February, CJI Surya Kant said while condemning the alleged courtroom assault, where goons locked the room, that such ‘Gunda Raj is unacceptable,’ directing the lawyer to first make a complaint before the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court.
Suspended advocate Rakesh Kishore says he was assaulted by a crowd at Karkardooma Court as “revenge” for the shoe-throwing incident involving ex-CJI BR Gavai. A video from the court complex shows people surrounding and confronting him during the clash.
A Supreme Court lawyer has written to the Attorney General for India seeking consent to initiate criminal contempt proceedings against Advocate Rakesh Kishore. He allegedly attempted a shoe attack on Chief Justice of India BR Gavai inside Court No.1 on October 6, 2025.
Supreme Court Security Tightened After Advocate Rakesh Kishore Attempts to Throw Shoe at CJI B.R. Gavai. Over 700 Delhi Police and Central Security Personnel Deployed Across Court Complex to Ensure Safety During Ongoing Proceedings
The lawyer who attempted to attack Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai cited the recent Khajuraho Temple judgment, saying, “Almighty was asking me every night how I could rest after such an insult.” The shocking confession stunned the nation
Delhi Police released the lawyer who attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai during a court hearing. The Supreme Court chose not to file charges, showing restraint and focusing on maintaining judicial dignity.
Today, On 6th September, A lawyer allegedly attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India BR Gavai during Supreme Court proceedings. Following the shocking incident, the Bar Council of India (BCI) has suspended advocate Rakesh Kishore with immediate effect.
Today, On 6th September, The Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association (SCOARA) condemned an advocate’s act against the Chief Justice of India, calling it an “unwarranted and intemperate gesture.” SCOARA urged the Supreme Court to initiate suo motu contempt proceedings, affirming full support for the judiciary.
Today, On 6th September, CJI BR Gavai says, “These things do not affect me” after a lawyer tried to attack him in the Supreme Court. The lawyer reportedly attempted to remove his shoe and throw it at the judge during proceedings.
In a surprising incident, a man threw a slipper at a woman judge in Hyderabad after getting a life sentence. This happened in the Additional District Judge (ADJ) court while he was facing trial for another murder case. Angry over the verdict, the accused lost his temper in the courtroom. The authorities acted quickly, and further legal action is likely against him.
