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.
During a criminal contempt hearing, Calcutta High Court judges and TMC MP Kalyan Bandyopadhyay engaged in humorous exchanges. Bandyopadhyay noted a parliamentary meeting agenda concerning judicial ethics, prompting witty remarks from the judges about the law’s creation and challenges. The interaction showcased a playful atmosphere amidst serious legal discussions.
Retired Justice Rakesh Kumar has accused former CJI DY Chandrachud of “hyperactivity” in a bail case, leading to an official inquiry ordered by the President of India. Allegations suggest misuse of power during his tenure, raising concerns about judicial accountability and transparency. The situation prompts questions on the investigation’s seriousness against a former Chief Justice.
New Delhi, March 17 – The Supreme Court has emphasized that judicial officers should be humble, polite, and exhibit a humane approach in their conduct. The observation was made by a bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh while hearing a case related to the termination of a judicial officer from Punjab Judicial Services.
During a defamation case against CM Atishi, the complainant’s counsel argued before Justice Vikas Mahajan that the special judge acted like a political analyst. He sought a stay on the judge’s remarks, claiming they unfairly portrayed Atishi as a whistleblower. The counsel contended that her statements were “per se” defamatory. The Delhi High Court was urged to intervene and review the observations.
The Calcutta High Court expressed disapproval of trial courts offering unwanted advice in divorce proceedings. It emphasized that only the couple involved can decide on reconciliation. This follows a case where a trial court suggested a couple reunite for their child’s sake, which the High Court deemed inappropriate and beyond the court’s jurisdiction.
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) is empowered to handle complaints against Supreme Court judges, while High Court Chief Justices manage complaints regarding their judges, as stated by Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal. Advocates from Karnataka High Court raised concerns about judicial inefficiencies and the Chief Justice’s punctuality affecting case resolutions and public trust.