Controversy has arisen over the Delhi High Court’s Senior Advocate designation process following the resignation of Sudhir Nandrajog from the Permanent Committee. He did not approve the final list of 70 designated lawyers, raising concerns about procedural transparency. Nandrajog cited non-compliance with rules but had been involved in prior discussions.
The Delhi High Court on Thursday(27th Nov) has directed the AAP government to respond to a petition from seven BJP MPs seeking the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana in Delhi. The court emphasized the importance of setting aside political differences for the welfare of residents facing high healthcare costs. Further hearings are set for December 11.
Today, On 26th November, Delhi High Court Chief Justice Manmohan highlighted the Constitution’s crucial role in India’s growth, emphasizing its adaptability to modern challenges during the 75th Constitution Day celebrations. He stressed the judiciary’s duty to uphold justice, equality, and public trust, urging commitment to the values that foster an inclusive democracy.
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Today, On 19th November, Delhi Police appealed to the High Court for an extension on the investigation into the AQIS training module case after a trial court denied their request. The initial 90-day period ends today, and 11 accused are in custody. The investigation focuses on dismantling a terrorist module aiming for serious activities in India.
Today, On 11th November, the Delhi High Court authorized Delhi University to count DUSU votes, contingent upon the university’s agreement to a student-led campus cleaning initiative. The court’s decision follows concerns over significant property defacement during elections. Counting will resume on or before November 26 once necessary clean-up validations are confirmed.
The Delhi High Court today (28th Oct) permitted a minority category student to attend St. Stephen’s classes, amid a seat allocation dispute with Delhi University. The decision followed appeals from both sides regarding a prior ruling that denied admission. The court instructed no further allocation of minority seats until the issue is resolved.
The Delhi High Court addressed a petition regarding non-functional autorickshaw fare meters. The bench ordered the transport department to resolve the issue raised by Anand Mishra within three weeks. Since 2018, fare meters have been inoperative despite legal mandates, prompting the court to demand inspections to ensure compliance with updated fare rules.
The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to the Union ministries and private ticketing entities, seeking responses on illegal ticket-selling practices. The petition calls for regulatory measures to oversee resale platforms and prevent black-marketing of concert tickets, particularly in relation to high-demand events, stressing the need for fair access to tickets.
Today, On 21st October, the Delhi High Court stayed the counting of votes for the DUSU 2024 elections due to complaints about public property defacement. Candidates must justify their actions in court on October 28. The court emphasizes accountability and urges the university to address the situation to ensure more responsible election practices in the future.
A Delhi lawyer, Puneet Tomar, has written to the Chief Justice of India detailing significant issues faced by litigants and court staff, citing a 27.8% vacancy rate in judicial positions. Concerns include administrative duties burdening judges, staff shortages, and long commutes for employees, all negatively impacting court operations.