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.
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.
