In a landmark move towards inclusivity and recognition of transgender rights, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has advised the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to develop a policy that would simplify the process of obtaining a fresh passport for individuals after undergoing sex reassignment surgery. This recommendation is a significant step in acknowledging and […]
The Delhi High Court bid a heartfelt farewell to Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma as he ascended to the Supreme Court of India, reflecting on his 15-year tenure that spanned various roles and jurisdictions. At the full court farewell reference, Chief Justice Sharma expressed his deep sense of satisfaction derived from his judgeship, stating, “During […]
The Centre has given the green light for the elevation of three Chief Justices to the Supreme Court of India, marking a significant development in the judiciary. Justice Satish Chandra Sharma of the Delhi High Court, Justice Augustine George Masih of the Rajasthan High Court, and Justice Sandeep Mehta of the Gauhati High Court have […]
The Delhi High Court has refused to entertain a plea by the Chhath Pooja Sangharsh Samiti and the Purwanchal Jagriti Manch, challenging the Delhi government’s notification that banned the observance of Chhath Puja on the banks of the Yamuna river. The petition, which was brought before Justice Subramonium Prasad, argued that the prohibition issued on […]
In a pivotal judgment, the Delhi High Court has clarified the interpretation of ‘penetrative sexual assault’ under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, ruling that a mere touch does not constitute manipulation leading to such an offense. Justice Amit Bansal, presiding over the case, made a distinction between simple touch and penetrative […]
In a recent development that underscores the judiciary’s vigilance, the Supreme Court has commended Justice Anand Venkatesh of the Madras High Court for his suo motu order to reopen the acquittal of Tamil Nadu Minister K. Ponmudi and his wife in a disproportionate assets case. The apex court’s bench, led by Chief Justice of India […]
In a notable legal turn, the Delhi High Court has suspended the summons issued to Sunita Kejriwal, wife of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, amidst allegations of her holding two voter IDs. The original summons were a consequence of a complaint lodged by BJP leader Harish Khurana, asserting a breach of the Representation of the […]
The Delhi High Court has instructed the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to address a representation by Surjit Singh Yadav, President of the Hindu Sena, who has raised concerns about what he claims are “wrong historical facts” regarding the construction of the Taj Mahal by Shah Jahan. The division bench, comprising Chief Justice Satish Chandra […]
The Delhi High Court has delivered a judgment in favor of Indus Towers, affirming the company’s right to an income tax deduction on an upfront loan processing fee. The bench, led by Justice Rajiv Shakdher and Justice Girish Kathpalia, stated, “merely because the loan processing charges were paid upfront but amortized over a period of […]
The Delhi High Court, on Tuesday, provided the Centre with additional time to respond to a petition that seeks to restrain 26 political parties from using the acronym ‘INDIA‘, which stands for ‘Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance’. Presided over by Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma, the bench, which also includes Justice Tushar Rao Gedela, had […]
