CJI Suryakant Reprimands Lawyer Mahesh Tiwari for Challenging Judge's Authority

• Supreme Court's CJI Suryakant reprimanded lawyer Mahesh Tiwari for arguing with a Jharkhand High Court judge and challenging his limits.
• Tiwari had appealed to the Supreme Court against a criminal contempt notice issued by the Jharkhand High Court after a heated exchange with Justice Rajesh Kumar.
• The argument stemmed from a case where Tiwari sought relief for a client, and Justice Kumar commented on his argumentative style, leading to Tiwari's strong reaction.
• CJI Suryakant stated that if Tiwari wishes to apologize, he should, but if he intends to 'show his eyes' to judges, the Supreme Court is prepared to respond.
• The Supreme Court advised the High Court to consider a sympathetic approach if the lawyer offers an apology.

Why It Matters: CJI Suryakant strongly rebuked lawyer Mahesh Tiwari for disrespecting a judge, emphasizing judicial authority.