Today(on 26th April)The Supreme Court has agreed to review the Delhi government’s challenge against a central law granting more power to the lieutenant governor over administrative services. The Delhi government emphasizes the urgent need for a decision as the matter has disrupted administration. The court is currently occupied with another case but recognizes the importance of the plea.
Today(on 22nd April),The Supreme Court is reviewing a plea against the temporary release of four convicts in the Soumya Viswanathan murder case, seeking responses from the Delhi government and the convicts. The convicts, on bail pending appeal, were initially sentenced to life imprisonment. This interim release has sparked controversy and concern among the public and the victim’s family.
New Delhi: A PIL filed in Delhi HC seeks suitable facilities for CM Arvind Kejriwal in Tihar Jail, emphasizing his role as an elected leader. It requests video conferencing for governance from custody. Background: Kejriwal’s arrest on March 21, subsequent remand on April 1, and concerns about media interference and demands for his resignation. Previous petitions to remove him were rejected or fined.
Today(on 1st April),The Supreme Court issued a notice to Delhi’s Principal Secretary (Finance) following a complaint from the AAP government about funds being withheld from the Delhi Jal Board. The court is set to hold a detailed hearing on April 5. Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud’s intervention aims to ensure the release of allocated funds, addressing governance issues efficiently.
On 28th March: The Delhi High Court has directed the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to address major financial problems and improve city administration. The court warned of potential shutdown if financial issues persist, instructed daily hearings from April 8, and suggested an overhaul of the entire system due to concerns about administrative shortcomings and citizen suffering.
The Delhi High Court issued notice to the Delhi government in response to a petition seeking a ban on disclosing the names and details of individuals accused in rape cases without court authorization. The petition, filed by a doctor accused in a 2023 rape case, emphasizes the need for anonymity until the conclusion of the trial and demands strict prohibitions on media disclosure.
Today (22nd March)A PIL was filed in the Delhi High Court to remove Arvind Kejriwal as Chief Minister after his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case linked to an excise policy. The petition demands explanations from relevant authorities and calls for Kejriwal’s dismissal. The court will schedule a hearing after addressing certain flaws in the petition.
On Wednesday (13th March): Manish Sisodia’s curative petition for bail was rejected by the Supreme Court on March 13, 2024. The petition stemmed from his alleged involvement in the Delhi Excise Policy Scam. An investigation report highlighted financial irregularities, resulting in a First Information Report (FIR) filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Sisodia has been in custody since February 26, 2023.
On Tuesday(12th March), The Delhi High Court has fined the Delhi government for challenging a ruling granting maternity benefits to contractual employee Rehmat Fatima. Justices criticized the government’s appeal and dismissed it, emphasizing the importance of women’s workplace rights. The government was ordered to compensate Fatima with Rs.50,000, highlighting the significance of the original order.
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The Delhi government today challenged the Centre’s decision to empower the Lieutenant Governor to appoint lawyers and determine their fees for representing the State. The Supreme Court sought responses from the Central government and the LG. The Delhi government argued that this undermines its autonomy and hampers its ability to advocate for the interests of Delhi’s electorate.