January 11, 2014

Defamation of a former Supreme Court Judge by a TV channel -₹100 Crore damages were awarded to judge

I remember a case.

Some news in a TV Channel defamed a former Supreme Court Judge.

The Judge promptly filed suit for damages.

The suit was contested heavily.

At the end of day, the trial court awarded ₹ 100 Crore by way of damages in favour of Judge.

High Court also refused to grant stay of a money decree unless ₹ 100 Crore were deposited.

Probably appeal of TV Channel is still pending for final hearing.

Haresh Raichura
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