Today, On 23rd July, The Delhi High Court cautioned petitioners against filing cases based solely on media reports. “Don’t file litigation after reading newspapers,” the court said while hearing a matter lacking factual and legal backing from official sources.
Today, On 4th April, The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has approached the Delhi High Court challenging the rejection of its ad-hoc panel for the Bihar Olympic Association. The plea seeks reconsideration of the decision and a fresh start to the management process. The IOA’s counsel suggested restarting the procedure from the formation of a fact-finding committee. The court has scheduled the next hearing to allow the counsel to finalize instructions.
Justice Chandra Dhari Singh, during his farewell, emphasized that judging goes beyond mere law application; it requires empathy and understanding of those affected. He highlighted the balance of wisdom and compassion, urging legal professionals to restore faith in the judiciary amid rising public skepticism. The legal system must exemplify humanity, not bureaucracy.
New Delhi: Today, 28th Feb: The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition seeking clarification on its earlier order related to the installation of Maharani Lakshmi Bai’s statue at Shahi Idgah Park in Delhi’s Sadar Bazar. The court stated that there was no need for any clarification regarding its previous decision.
NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Monday directed the state government and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to take strict action against “dummy” schools operating in the national capital. These schools allegedly grant Delhi domicile benefits to students from other states without requiring them to attend regular classes.
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The Bombay High Court’s Nagpur bench dismissed a writ petition challenging Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar’s election nomination, ruling that such matters must be resolved via an election petition. The court stated that grievances related to elections fall under the Representation of the People Act, not writ petitions, making the current petition invalid.
Today, On 16th August, The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra government for not activating the state advisory board on disabilities, despite previous court orders. The court emphasized the importance of implementing the board’s functions and expressed concern over the government’s inaction. This issue arose during the court’s consideration of challenges faced by disabled individuals, highlighting the broader issue of compliance with disability rights.
The Bombay High Court today dismissed a PIL challenging Maharashtra’s ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana’ scheme, stating it benefits women without discrimination. The court deemed the scheme a valid policy decision beyond judicial interference. The PIL’s arguments about political motivation and discriminatory nature were disregarded, and the court emphasized the scheme’s social welfare intent.
Today, On 2nd August, A PIL filed against Maharashtra’s ‘Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana’ cash benefit scheme, claiming it burdens taxpayers and violates the Representation of People Act. The High Court refused an urgent hearing, stating the matter will be heard as per the auto-listing system. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to eligible women.