The Delhi High Court asked the state to explain why law researchers’ pay hike is only from 2025 despite earlier approval from October 2022. Judges reminded the govt that past hikes were also given retrospectively.
The Supreme Court slammed the MCD for failing to maintain cleanliness around the Lodhi-era monument “Gumti of Shaikh Ali” in Delhi, warning officers of strict accountability. The bench reminded the civic body that court orders must be respected, not ignored until VIP visits.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a salary hike for law researchers attached to Delhi High Court judges. The announcement comes while the High Court is already hearing a case on the pending implementation of their revised pay.
The Delhi High Court has directed the government to stop stalling and swiftly release pending EV subsidies. Over Rs 48 crore remains unpaid despite thousands of buyers waiting for their promised benefits.
Delhi High Court has sought replies from the Centre, Delhi Govt, and others on Vikas Yadav’s plea seeking remission of his 25-year sentence in the 2002 Nitish Katara murder case. Yadav also sought interim bail citing his upcoming marriage on September 5.
The Delhi High Court suggested a single unified civic agency for Delhi to manage roads, sewage, drains, and garbage, ending confusion between multiple bodies. The bench stressed, “It should be one civic agency for the whole of Delhi.”
The Delhi High Court was informed that nine Tihar Jail officials were suspended over an alleged extortion racket with inmates. The CBI has been directed to register an FIR and probe “illegal and corrupt activities” in city jails.
Today, 12th August, In the 2002 Nitish Katara murder case, the Supreme Court ordered the release of Sukhdev Pehalwan, stating “Convict must be released after completion of the prescribed prison term”, and directed nationwide action to ensure no prisoner is kept beyond sentence.
Police detain activists at India Gate as Maneka Gandhi calls SC’s Delhi-NCR stray dog shelter order “impractical” and warns of ecological harm. Delhi govt to implement plan despite protests.
The Delhi Govt introduces a new law to regulate private school fee hikes, empowering parents and imposing penalties up to Rs 10 lakh for violations and non-compliance.
