SAMMBHU NATH JHA vs KEDAR PRASAD SINHA & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that the publication of a notification under Section 3 of the Commissions of Inquiry Act, 1952, which contained allegations against a minister regarding interference with the administration of justice, constituted contempt of court. The Court emphasized that the intention to cause contempt is not necessary; it suffices if the act is calculated to obstruct justice. The Court ruled that the publication, occurring while revision petitions were pending, prejudiced the accused and interfered with the course of justice, thus warranting contempt proceedings.