Today, On 12th January, The Supreme Court expressed deep dismay over the alleged misconduct of a Madhya Pradesh civil judge during a train journey, including urinating in the compartment. “Shocking, Disgusting Conduct of a Judicial Officer,” the Court said, condemning the act.
Uttarakhand High Court has set aside the dismissal of Civil Judge Deepali Sharma, ordering her full reinstatement with continuity of service and seniority. The bench found “substantial deficiencies in the inquiry” into allegations of forcing a minor girl into domestic work.
Justice MS Sonak bid farewell to the Bombay High Court before assuming charge as Chief Justice of the Jharkhand High Court. He urged the Bar to guide the judiciary and said criticism strengthens the institution despite discomfort and challenges.
CJI Surya Kant slammed online criticism against Delhi High Court judges for granting bail to Kuldeep Singh Sengar, warning against attempts to “browbeat” the system and reminding that the judiciary had initially convicted Sengar, urging arguments to remain within the courtroom.
Judiciary Is A Bridge Between Law And Justice, Judges Must Uphold Values, said Supreme Court judge Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra. He highlighted the role of district judiciary while addressing a seminar at the Academy in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh.
Justice G R Swaminathan of the Madurai Bench expressed anguish over repeatedly summoning officials for contempt. He said citing law and order to defy court orders is unacceptable and reflects a serious breakdown of the legal framework system.
Former Madhya Pradesh High Court judge KK Trivedi stated that the Opposition’s move to impeach Madras High Court judge Justice G R Swaminathan is either politically motivated or intended to influence a favorable ruling. He warned that such actions undermine judicial independence and credibility.
The Madras High Court emphasised that true judicial morality lies in independence, quoting Justice Abhay Oka’s words while setting aside the cancellation of a hospital’s licence imposed by authorities under alleged public pressure.
Advocate Rakesh Kishore said, “BCI Suspension ‘Despotic Decree, I Was Not Heard,” after a shocking shoe attack attempt in the Supreme Court, highlighting rising tensions between lawyers and the judiciary.
The Supreme Court issued bailable warrants against advocate Mukut Nath Verma for filing a “scandalous and frivolous” complaint against SCBA Election Committee members and judges. The Court warned such defamatory actions cannot go unchecked and prima facie constitute criminal contempt.
