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India Today
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Man attends Gujarat High Court hearing from toilet. Viral video stuns Internet
A video of a man logging into a virtual Gujarat High Court hearing from a bathroom has gone viral on social media. The incident, which occurred on June 20 before Justice Nirzar S Desai, has now become the subject of wide online attention after legal platform Bar and Bench shared the man, appearing under the name 'Samad Battery', initially showed only a close-up frame with Bluetooth earphones around his neck. But moments later, the camera angle shifted to reveal that he was seated on a toilet. advertisement What followed left little to the imagination. He seemingly proceeded to wipe himself and eventually left the washroom, returning on screen shortly after from what looked like a different the video here: According to Bar and Bench, court records identified the man as the original complainant in a case concerning the quashing of a First Information Report (FIR). He appeared as a respondent during the hearing. The FIR was eventually quashed, as both parties involved informed the court of an amicable video, predictably, has triggered a wave of reactions online. While many users criticised the blatant lack of court etiquette, others chose humour to deal with the second-hand embarrassment.- Ends
Hindustan Times
7 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Man joins virtual Gujarat High Court hearing from toilet seat, internet says ‘contempt in the highest odour'
In a bizarre and now-viral moment from a Gujarat High Court virtual hearing, a man was caught attending proceedings while seated on a toilet. The incident occurred on June 20 during a hearing before Justice Nirzar S Desai.(X/@advsanjoy) The incident occurred on June 20 during a hearing before Justice Nirzar S Desai. Legal news platform Bar and Bench shared a recording of the session that has since circulated widely online. In the video, the man appears logged in under the name 'Samad Battery,' wearing a Bluetooth earphone around his neck. Initially visible in close-up, he later places his phone at a distance, revealing that he is seated on a toilet. Watch video here: The footage goes on to show him wiping himself and eventually leaving the washroom. Moments later, he reappears in what appears to be a different room, seemingly unaware of, or indifferent to, the setting he had just exposed himself in. According to a report by Bar and Bench, as per court records, the individual was present as a respondent in a case involving the quashing of a First Information Report (FIR). He was, in fact, the original complainant in the case. The court ultimately quashed the FIR following an amicable settlement between the parties involved. (Also Read: Karnataka high court cancels 2 hate speech FIRs against Basavaraj Bommai) How did X users react to the video? The video sparked swift and sharp reactions on social media, especially from legal professionals and citizens stunned by the man's casual misconduct. One user wrote, 'Only lawyers should be allowed to do VC. In case a client wishes to join him, he must join from the lawyer's chamber. Such incidents invite global shame. Imagine the audacity. Must be punished strictly.' Another quipped about the man's camera confidence, 'How much trust he has on his camera placement.' And in a tongue-in-cheek take, one user remarked, 'Contempt of court in the highest odour—I mean order.' This isn't the first time courtroom decorum has been compromised during virtual proceedings. In April this year, the Gujarat High Court slapped a ₹ 50,000 fine on a litigant who appeared via video while smoking a cigarette, the report further added. A similar scene played out in March in a Delhi court, where a litigant was summoned after being seen smoking during a hearing. (Also Read: Death of tigress and four Cubs in Karnataka sparks outrage, BJP's Vijayendra demands swift justice)
Time of India
8 hours ago
- Time of India
‘On the pot during court': Man attends Gujarat HC virtual hearing from toilet seat; video goes viral
A man attending a Gujarat High Court hearing virtually while seated on a toilet has sparked outrage, highlighting the ongoing issue of inappropriate behavior during online court proceedings. NEW DELHI: A video of a man attending a Gujarat high court hearing while seated on a toilet has gone viral, sparking outrage over repeated instances of inappropriate behaviour during virtual court proceedings. The incident took place on June 20 before the bench of Justice Nirzar S Desai. The man, logged in as 'Samad Battery', initially appeared onscreen with a Bluetooth earphone around his neck. Moments later, he adjusted the camera, revealing that he was seated on a toilet. The video further shows him cleaning himself and exiting the washroom, before reappearing in another room. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad According to court records, the man was a respondent in a plea seeking quashing of an FIR, in which he was also the original complainant. The matter had been settled amicably between parties, and the FIR was quashed by the court. This is not the first such incident in virtual courtrooms. In April, the Gujarat High Court imposed a Rs 50,000 fine on a litigant found smoking during a video conference. Similarly, in March, a Delhi court summoned a litigant who was also seen smoking while attending proceedings online. Courts across the country have repeatedly urged litigants and lawyers to maintain decorum during virtual hearings, treating them with the same seriousness as physical appearances.
News18
8 hours ago
- News18
Man Attends Gujarat HC Virtual Hearing From Toilet Seat, Video Goes Viral
Last Updated: The footage goes on to show him wiping himself before exiting the bathroom. Since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, virtual meetings have become part of everyday life, blurring the lines between personal and professional spaces. Attending video calls from bedrooms or multitasking during online meetings is no longer unusual. While audio-only participation may go unnoticed, visuals in video calls often raise questions of decorum — especially in formal settings, such as a courtroom. In a recent incident that has sparked widespread outrage and disbelief, a man was seen attending virtual proceedings of the Gujarat High Court while seated on a toilet and apparently relieving himself. The moment was captured on camera and the video has since gone viral on social media. — sanjoy ghose (@advsanjoy) June 27, 2025 The incident took place on June 20 before the Bench of Justice Nirzar S Desai. In the viral video, the individual logged into the virtual court session under the name 'Samad Battery" and was seen wearing a Bluetooth earphone around his neck. As the hearing commenced, he initially placed his phone at a distance, which eventually revealed that he was sitting on a toilet. The footage goes on to show him wiping himself before exiting the bathroom. He briefly disappears from view before reappearing in another room. According to Bar & Bench, the man had joined the proceedings as a respondent in a petition seeking the quashing of a first information report (FIR). Interestingly, he was also the original complainant in the criminal matter. After both parties informed the Court that the dispute had been amicably resolved, the FIR was subsequently quashed. However, this isn't the first time inappropriate conduct has occurred during virtual court hearings. Back in April, the Gujarat High Court imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 on a litigant who was caught smoking a cigarette while attending the proceedings via video conferencing. Such incidents during proceedings has led to calls for clearer guidelines and stricter etiquette around virtual court appearances. First Published: June 27, 2025, 15:31 IST
NDTV
8 hours ago
- NDTV
Man Seen Attending Gujarat High Court Proceedings From Toilet Seat
A video has gone viral showing a man attending court proceedings in Gujarat from a toilet. The incident occurred on June 20 during a hearing conducted through videoconferencing. The man, who had 'Samad Battery' as his name in the Zoom meeting with Gujarat High Court Justice Nirzar S Desai, was seen on the toilet seat wearing his earphones. In the one-minute-long video, he was also seen keeping his mobile phone on the floor and cleaning himself. The video also shows the advocate in the courtroom making his arguments during the proceedings. The court was hearing a matter related to a cheque bounce case. The man was reportedly the complainant in the criminal case and was appearing as a respondent in a case seeking quashing of a first information report (FIR). In March, the Gujarat High Court fined a man Rs 2 lakh and sentenced him to community service for joining the court proceedings from a lavatory. A month before that incident, another man was fined Rs 25,000 for participating in the proceedings while lying on his bed.
