Justice Begins at Home: Delhi High Court Stands Up for Its Law Researchers

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.

Delhi High Court Questions Delhi Govt Over Delay in Retrospective Salary Hike for Law Researchers

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.

Delhi High Court PIL Slams Private Schools for Costly Book Burden on Parents; Notices to GNCTD, CBSE & NCERT

A PIL in Delhi High Court alleges private schools are forcing parents to buy costly books, excluding EWS students. Court seeks replies from GNCTD, CBSE, and NCERT on the issue of education commercialisation.

Another Delhi HC Judge Steps Aside from Law Researchers’ Plea on Salary Hike

Justice Navin Chawla of the Delhi High Court recused himself from a petition by 13 law researchers seeking a salary increase from ₹65,000 to ₹80,000, effective October 2022, due to a conflict of interest. He is the second judge to step aside for similar reasons, as delays in implementation persist.

Delhi High Court Asks Delhi Government to Speed Up Enactment of Advocates Protection Bill

The Delhi High Court directed the Delhi government to expedite the enactment of the Advocates Protection Bill, which is pending approval. The Coordination Committee of All District Courts Bar Associations requested access to the draft Bill, leading to a Court order for its release. The next hearing is set for May 28, 2025.

“Christian Communities Are Being Forced to Pay Excessively High Fees for Burial Plots in Designated Cemeteries”: Plea in Delhi HC

A plea in the Delhi High Court addresses excessive burial fees charged to Christians, highlighting unfair cemetery management practices. The petition argues these inflated costs infringe on fundamental rights, burdening grieving families. The court instructed officials to investigate, scheduling a further hearing on November 29, 2024, due to trust issues with authorities.

“Delhi’s Health Infrastructure Remains Dismal and The Common Man is The Ultimate Victim”: HC Criticizes Health Minister & LG

The Delhi High Court criticized the Health Minister and Lieutenant Governor for the poor health infrastructure in Delhi. The court directed a meeting involving senior officials to address the urgent need for recruiting 38,000 additional health workers. The Court also instructed the AIIMS Director to oversee the implementation of healthcare improvement measures.

“Arya Samaj Mandir Shall Ensure That Marriage Witnesses are Genuine, Bona Fide, and Have a Verifiable Status”: Delhi HC

Delhi High Court directs Arya Samaj Temples to ensure genuine marriage witnesses, emphasizing relatives or long-time acquaintances. Court voided a marriage due to false affidavits on the uncle’s marital status. Girl of legal age refused to accompany petitioner, court states no further orders, but uncle’s wife is free to pursue criminal complaint and police can investigate.

BJP MLA Abhay Verma Moves to Delhi High Court, Accusing AAP Government of Bias in CCTV Camera Installations

BJP MLA Abhay Verma today filed a petition in the Delhi High Court, alleging that the AAP-led Delhi government is showing bias in the installation of CCTV cameras by prioritizing areas represented by AAP members and neglecting those under BJP’s jurisdiction. The case, set to be heard on August 27, aims to ensure fairness and improve security in Laxmi Nagar.

Delhi HC Directs to Set Up ‘Online Single Window System’ for Efficient Processing of Lawyers’ Fee Bills

The Delhi High Court has addressed the issue of delayed payments to government-empaneled lawyers, prompted by a writ petition filed by Anjana Gosain seeking recovery of Rs. 15,93,850 in unpaid fees. The ruling aims to resolve the persistent problem of outstanding legal fees despite numerous follow-ups and legal notices.