The Delhi High Court has issued notice to the Delhi government and police on a PIL alleging widespread refusal by auto rickshaw drivers to follow meter-based fares. The Court has sought details on enforcement actions, challans issued, and passenger grievance mechanisms.
The Delhi High Court has asked the Delhi government to consider objections raised by district court lawyers to the draft Advocates Protection Bill, 2024. The matter will be heard next on January 8.
Today, On 1st December, The Supreme Court granted bail to a man accused of cheating by pretending to be Amit Shah’s nephew, noting he has already spent years in custody while the trial has barely progressed. The bench said the case’s slow pace justified granting bail now.
The Delhi High Court granted more time to the city government to respond to Balwan Khokhar’s plea seeking furlough for 21 days to restore family and social ties. The case will now be heard on December 5 as authorities submit their status report.
The Delhi High Court criticised the government for scheduling outdoor sports during peak pollution months, warning that “school students cannot be called for damage to lungs.”
The Court has sought a reply within four weeks and asked the government to reschedule sports events from next year.
The Delhi High Court has sought the Delhi government’s response to a plea by 1984 anti-Sikh riots convict Balwan Khokhar seeking a 21-day furlough. The court will hear the matter on November 17, while co-accused Sajjan Kumar continues to face trial in related cases.
The Delhi High Court has directed the Vigilance Department to quickly complete its inquiry against Tihar Jail officials accused of running an extortion racket. The Court criticised the government’s “lackadaisical approach” and demanded progress reports by January 2026.
The Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi Government to grant law researchers the enhanced pay of Rs 80,000 per month with retrospective effect from October 1, 2022. The Bench held that the decision on remuneration lies within the powers of the Chief Justice under Article 229 of the Constitution.
A retired Delhi Public School teacher has moved the Delhi High Court challenging laws that prohibit teachers from giving private tuitions, calling the ban “unreasonable.” The Court will hear the matter next on November 12.
The Supreme Court has directed the Delhi government to file a report within two weeks on any threat perception to the mother and family of the 2017 Unnao rape victim. The move comes after the family sought reinstatement of CRPF security cover removed earlier.
