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
Delhi High Court Declines PIL Seeking Removal of Arvind Kejriwal as Chief Minister Amidst Arrest
The Delhi High Court has refused to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking the removal of Arvind Kejriwal, who has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the liquor policy case, from the post of Chief Minister of Delhi. The court
Delhi High Court Mandates Accessibility Guidelines for Cinema to Benefit Visually and Hearing Impaired Individuals
Introduction: In a significant move aimed at enhancing accessibility for visually and hearing impaired individuals, the Delhi High Court has directed the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) to establish comprehensive guidelines for making cinema more inclusive. Justice Prathiba M Singh emphasized
Delhi High Court Grants Interim Injunction to Protect IPL Broadcasting Rights
Introduction: In a recent legal development, the Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction to safeguard the broadcasting rights of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The case involved Viacom 18 Media (P) Ltd., the plaintiff, and several defendants accused of hosting illegal and
Six years on, Delhi High Court accepts CBI’s appeal against A Raja and others’ acquittal in 2G spectrum case
On Friday, the Delhi High Court accepted the appeal submitted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) regarding the exoneration of A Raja, K Kanimozhi, and 15 other prominent figures, including politicians, businessmen, and bureaucrats, in the 2G spectrum allocation cases. Justice Dinesh
