Delhi High Court held court fees must not operate as a deterrent to justice, granting relief where refund was denied. The Division Bench ruled that dismissal on day one for TDSAT jurisdiction, without merits adjudication, warranted refund of fees.
NEW DELHI: Delhi High Court judge, Justice Prathiba M Singh, has stressed the need for stronger legal provisions to protect not just women but also men and other genders from sexual harassment. In an exclusive interview with media, she highlighted that the law currently only addresses the harassment of women and emphasized the importance of broadening its scope.
Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri granted interim bail to former MLA Kuldeep Singh Senger until December 20, 2024, due to delays in his release stemming from a conviction for raping a minor in Unnao. His bail is primarily for medical treatment at AIIMS, following previous court hearings addressing his medical needs.
The Delhi High Court ordered the Centre to release Rs 10 crores to AIIMS Delhi within three days for the treatment of children with rare diseases, emphasizing the importance of ongoing care. Failure to comply will necessitate the attendance of the Union Health Ministry’s Joint Secretary at the next hearing.
Today, On 11 June, The Delhi High Court instructed the police to take action against those responsible for the stage collapse at Kalkaji Temple, where a woman died and 17 others were injured during a religious gathering. The court raised concerns about contradictory statements by the temple’s Mahant and appointed a lawyer to assess the temple’s conditions. The matter is set for further hearing in August.
The Delhi High Court has mandated improved communication for incomplete organ donation documents, requiring immediate email or WhatsApp notification to donors and recipients. This decision aims to ensure documented interaction in the organ donation process, emphasizing the critical nature of efficient documentation handling. The Court has also directed authorization committees to adhere to specified timelines for organ and tissue transplantations.
The Delhi High Court directed SpiceJet to comply with a UK court order to return two leased aircraft and three engines to TWC Aviation Capital, emphasizing the enforceability of international legal rulings. The decision stems from a legal dispute over lease agreements and non-payment of dues, with SpiceJet facing legal consequences for failing to adhere to the UK court’s orders.