Archive · 19 Sep 2025
Delhi HC Shifts Akbar Defamation Appeal to Special Bench
M.J. Akbar sued Priya Ramani after she accused him of sexual misconduct.
A court initially found Ramani not guilty.
Akbar appealed this decision.
The High Court moved the case to a special bench for cases involving former lawmakers.
Akbar argues the trial court made errors and ignored evidence.
Ramani had accused Akbar of misconduct during the #MeToo movement.
The next hearing in the appeal is scheduled for October 15.
Delhi High Court transferred M.J. Akbar's appeal.
The appeal challenges Priya Ramani's acquittal.
The case was moved to a special bench for former MPs.
Akbar filed a defamation case against Ramani in 2018.
The next hearing is set for October 15.
- Who
- M.J. Akbar and Priya Ramani
- What
- The Delhi High Court transferred M.J. Akbar's appeal.
- When
- Friday, with the next hearing on October 15.
- Where
- Delhi High Court
- Why
- Because Akbar is a former MP.
M.J. Akbar
Priya Ramani
Trial Court Judgment
M.J. Akbar
Akbar contends the trial court erred in its judgment.
Priya Ramani
Ramani was acquitted by the trial court.
- Parties Involved
- M.J. Akbar and Priya Ramani
- Case Type
- Defamation Appeal
- Court
- Delhi High Court
- Bench
- MP/MLA Bench
- Next Hearing
- October 15
- Original Allegation
- Sexual Misconduct
Sources
Delhi HC transfers M J Akbar’s appeal against journalist Priya Ramani’s acquittal in defamation case
Defamation: MP/MLA bench to hear Akbar's plea against Priya Ramani's acquittal, says HC
Delhi HC transfers MJ Akbar’s defamation appeal against journalist Priya Ramani
