“Trust in the ECI” Delhi HC on the deep fake videos during the LS elections
The division bench comprising Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora remarked that the court cannot pass the sought directions during the election and it has faith in the Election Commission of India that appropriate action. Senior advocate Jayant Mehta had
Delhi High Court Halts Delhi Government’s Circular on Fee Hike Approval for Private Schools
Introduction: The Delhi High Court has intervened in a contentious issue regarding fee hikes in private unaided schools in the national capital. In a recent development, Justice C Hari Shankar stayed a circular issued by the Delhi Government, which mandated prior approval from
Delhi HC to Meta: “Situation worse than a government department”
The Delhi HC called for the response of the tech giant Meta as it had failed to give a proper reply to the plea that was filed by TV today, as the Instagram page of Harper’s Bazaar India, which is owned by TV
PIL by former ED officer against ED on section 66 PMLA rejected by Delhi HC
The Delhi HC refused to entertain a PIL whereby an authoritative interpretation of section 66 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, was sought. As per section 66 PMLA, the enforcement directorate is allowed to share information with other agencies if it
Delhi High Court Upholds Right to Information: Information Cannot Be Denied Solely on Grounds of Bulkiness
Introduction: In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court emphasized the fundamental right to information and clarified that authorities cannot refuse disclosure solely on the basis of information volume. The case, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade v. Kamal Jit Chibber, involved the denial
The Delhi High Court adjourns hearing of the plea seeking a 6-year poll ban on PM Narendra Modi
Recently, the Delhi High Court adjourned the hearing of the plea filed by a lawyer named Anand S Jondhale, seeking a 6-year ban on Prime Minister Narendra Modi for contesting elections. Mr Jondhale had filed the petition based on the speech delivered by
Delhi High Court requests Sports Ministry response to Wrestling Federation of India’s appeal against suspension
On 9th April, the Delhi HC sought the Centre’s response to a plea filed by the Wrestling Federation of India, whereby the suspension was challenged. The notice was issued by Justice Subramonium Prasad, to the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports for
40-Year-Old Trademark Dispute Decided By Delhi HC
One of the oldest intellectual property disputes which was pending before the Delhi HC has been disposed of by it. Justice Pratibha M. Singh had passed the order in the case after nearly 40 years PM Diesels Private Limited had filed the suit
Delhi High Court’s Stance on Fake Currency Offences: A Firm Approach for National Security
Introduction: In a recent case before the Delhi High Court, a bail application was filed under Sections 439 and 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, concerning offences related to counterfeit currency under Sections 489-B, 489-C, and 34 of the Indian Penal Code,
Delhi High Court Grants Compensation and Rehabilitation to Acid Attack Victims
Introduction: In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court addressed the plight of two acid attack victims, directing the Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA) to provide them with significant compensation and explore employment opportunities for their rehabilitation. The court’s decision also involved
