Weekly Rest Is Non-Negotiable, No Airline Gets Exemption: DGCA Tells Delhi High Court

The DGCA told the Delhi High Court it has granted no exemptions to airlines on pilots’ weekly rest, asserting before the Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya-led Bench that mandatory rest norms are non-negotiable and strictly enforceable nationwide aviation safety.

NEET PG 2025-26: Delhi High Court Dismisses PIL on Lower Cut-Off

The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL challenging NBEMS’s decision to sharply reduce qualifying cut off percentiles for NEET PG 2025-26 admissions. Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia held vacant seats were against public interest nationwide overall.

Create Some Kind of Fund and Contribute: Delhi HC Urges Lawyers to Support AIIMS 3000-Bed Shelter for Patients Families

Today, on 16th January, the Delhi High Court encouraged the Delhi High Court Bar Association to support AIIMS’ proposed 3,000 bed night shelter for patients’ families. A Bench led by Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya expressed lawyers would contribute, without issuing directions.

Delhi High Court Slams PIL Seeking 6-Month Deadline for Red Fort Blast Trial, Says Case “Not Even Started”

The Delhi High Court refused to entertain a PIL demanding a court-monitored, six-month timeline for the Red Fort blast trial, stressing the trial has “not even started.” The petitioner withdrew the plea after the Court said no directions could be issued.

Delhi High Court Slams BCI Rules Imposing Major Penalties on Foreign Law Firms Without Full Inquiry

The Delhi High Court criticised the Bar Council of India’s rules allowing suspension of foreign law firms based only on a preliminary inquiry, calling them “drastic” and unfair. The Court warned that the BCI must amend the rules or the bench will read them down.

Delhi High Court Dismisses PIL Challenging BNS Provisions on Waging War Against India; Warns Petitioner

The Delhi High Court rejected a PIL challenging the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections on waging war against India. The Bench cautioned petitioner Upendra Nath Dalai for repeatedly filing similar petitions and hinted at imposing costs.

“It Hurt Us As Well”: Delhi High Court Slams Shoe-Throwing Incident At CJI BR Gavai, Calls It An Attack On Judiciary’s Dignity

The Delhi High Court condemned the shoe-throwing incident targeting CJI BR Gavai, saying it deeply hurt both the Bar and the Bench. The court stressed that such acts insult the entire judicial institution, not just an individual.

Delhi High Court Reviews Plea on PM Modi’s Degree Disclosure, Says “There Seems to Be a Delay in Filing the Appeal”

The Delhi High Court heard appeals seeking details of PM Narendra Modi’s educational qualifications, with SG Tushar Mehta agreeing to file objections on delay. The case, led by AAP’s Sanjay Singh and others, will be heard next on January 16.

Appeals Filed in Delhi High Court Seeking Disclosure of PM Modi’s Degree Details

Four appeals have been moved before the Delhi High Court challenging the order that blocked the release of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s degree details. The petitioners include AAP leader Sanjay Singh and RTI activist Neeraj Sharma.

Courts Blamed Unfairly: Delhi High Court Slams Lawyers for Frequent Adjournments

Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya criticised the rising number of adjournments sought by lawyers, saying courts are wrongly blamed for delays. The bench remarked that many proxy counsels appear only to seek adjournments without knowing the case.