BENGALURU: Karnataka High Court has banned the use of mobile phone by staff during office hours.
 
A circular issued by acting Chief Justice H G Ramesh on October 30 says that use of mobile phones for personal purpose “has resulted in wastage of precious working time, and has also caused disturbance and distraction to other staff members.”
 
The Chief Justice also warned of serious repercussions for any lapse or disobedience of the order.