Supreme Court's Action on Contempt Petition in 2G Scam Case

The Supreme Court addressed a contempt petition concerning interference with an investigation by the Enforcement Directorate in the 2G scam case. The petitioner sought reliefs including stay of proceedings in a writ petition and impleadment of individuals. The Court noted harassment of the investigating officer and interference attempts, leading to suo motu cognizance. Notices were issued, reply affidavits ordered, and certain proceedings stayed. The case was scheduled for further hearing. Additionally, progress reports in various cases were reviewed, and the Court directed these reports to be placed in separate sealed envelopes for record, scheduling further consideration.

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Issues involved: Contempt petition regarding interference with investigation by Enforcement Directorate in 2G scam case.

Summary:
The Supreme Court considered a contempt petition regarding interference with the investigation by the Enforcement Directorate in the 2G scam case. The petitioner sought various reliefs, including stay of proceedings in a writ petition before the High Court of Allahabad and impleadment of certain individuals. The Court noted efforts to harass the investigating officer and reviewed previous orders related to the case. It was observed that attempts were made to interfere with the investigation, leading to the Court taking suo motu cognizance and issuing notices. The Court directed respondents to file reply affidavits and scheduled further proceedings. The Court also stayed certain proceedings and investigations related to the case. The case was listed for further hearing on a specified date.

In a related matter, sealed envelopes containing progress reports in various cases were presented in Court. The reports were reviewed, and the case was scheduled for further consideration on a later date. The Court directed the reports to be placed in separate sealed envelopes for record.

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