 "Justice Karnan seeks suspension of conviction order from SC")
The Supreme Court was moved on Thursday seeking suspension of the six-month sentence awarded to Calcutta High Court judge, Justice CS Karnan for contempt of court.
As Karnan's counsel Mathew Nadumpara mentioned in the petition before the constitution bench at the fag end of proceedings on Thursday, Chief Justice JS Khehar, who is heading the bench, said that they would consider it. The petition comes as the whereabouts of Justice Karnan remained a mystery.
CJI Khehar asked Nedumpara where is Justice Karnan, to which the bench was informed that he was "very much in Chennai".
He was reported to have left the State Guest House in Chennai for Shiva temple in Srikalahasti town in Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app