Rajasthan High Court Drops Suo Motu Contempt Against Registry Officials Over Non-Listing Of Cases The Rajasthan High Court has dismissed the suo moto contempt proceedings against registry officials following complaints from certain advocates about the non-listing of cases despite the court setting next hearing dates. A division bench comprising Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati and Justice Sandeep Shah acknowledged a Supreme Court ruling that emphasized the importance of procedural fairness in contempt cases. The court noted that initiating contempt proceedings without sufficient evidence or adherence to established legal protocols could undermine the integrity of judicial processes. The decision to drop the contempt action came after the bench reviewed the grievances raised by advocates, who alleged that cases were not being listed for hearings even after the court had scheduled dates. The court’s ruling underscores the need for transparency and accountability in administrative procedures within the judiciary. The bench also highlighted the significance of adhering to guidelines set by higher courts to ensure that disciplinary actions are justified and proportionate. The case highlights ongoing challenges in the functioning of court administrative systems, particularly in ensuring that all pending matters are systematically addressed. The Rajasthan High Court’s move to halt the contempt proceedings reflects a broader emphasis on resolving disputes through formal legal channels rather than punitive measures. This approach aligns with the Supreme Court’s directive to balance judicial authority with the rights of legal professionals and litigants. The court’s decision also serves as a reminder of the procedural safeguards in place to prevent misuse of contempt powers.#contempt_proceedings #supreme_court #rajasthan_high_court #pushpendra_singh_bhati #sandeep_shah
SC closes contempt case after apology from YouTuber The Supreme Court has closed suo motu contempt proceedings against YouTuber Ajay Shukla after he offered an unconditional apology for "defamatory" remarks against a former judge. Justices Dipankar Datta and Satish Chandra Sharma accepted the apology but warned Shukla against future misconduct, stating any recurrence would face severe consequences. #Supreme_Court #suo_motu #contempt_proceedings #Ajay_Shukla #YouTuber_Ajay #closed_suo #closes_contempt #contempt_case #motu_contempt #Dipankar_Datta
Delhi HC allows skier Manjeet to initiate contempt proceedings against IOA officerIn a January 30 order, the High Court came down heavily on the IOA and described its selection criteria for the ongoing Games in Milano-Cortina, Italy as “manifestly arbitrary and unfair”, while directing the body to facilitate Manjeet’s participation. In a January 30 order, the High Court came down heavily on the IOA and described its selection criteria for the ongoing Games in Milano-Cortina, Italy as “manifestly arbitrary and unfair”, while directing the body to facilitate Manjeet’s participation. #High_Court #skier_Manjeet #facilitate_Manjeet #ongoing_Games #manifestly_arbitrary #selection_criteria #IOA_officerIn #initiate_contempt #contempt_proceedings #Manjeet
