The Delhi High Court restrained foreign journalists and entities from issuing “groundless” copyright threats against TV9 Network over its YouTube news videos. The Court held that the use of short video clips in news reporting qualifies as fair use under the Copyright Act, 1957.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL challenging a 1980 notification declaring three Jahangirpuri mosques as waqf properties, holding the petitioner had needlessly attempted to revisit historical matters. It said the plea lacked bona fides and public interest.
The Delhi High Court strongly criticised the State government for failing to appoint the DCPCR Chairperson and members since July 2023, calling the delay unacceptable. The Court questioned the excuse of “transparency” and warned of strict action if appointments are not completed by April 2026.
The Delhi High Court asked the Delhi government to explain why the Delhi Commission for Women has remained inactive for two years, stressing, “There cannot be reason whatsoever for not filling up the vacancies of members and chairperson.”
The DGCA told the Delhi High Court it has granted no exemptions to airlines on pilots’ weekly rest, asserting before the Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya-led Bench that mandatory rest norms are non-negotiable and strictly enforceable nationwide aviation safety.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL challenging NBEMS’s decision to sharply reduce qualifying cut off percentiles for NEET PG 2025-26 admissions. Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia held vacant seats were against public interest nationwide overall.
Today, on 16th January, the Delhi High Court encouraged the Delhi High Court Bar Association to support AIIMS’ proposed 3,000 bed night shelter for patients’ families. A Bench led by Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya expressed lawyers would contribute, without issuing directions.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a plea seeking cancellation of Patanjali’s “Patanjali Gonyle Floor Cleaner” trademark. Justice Tejas Karia held that Holy Cow Foundation failed to prove prior use or establish any likelihood of consumer confusion under the Trade Marks Act.
Justice Tejas Karia said that real advocacy begins with clear thinking, not dramatic speaking, while addressing young lawyers at the IBA summit in New Delhi. He emphasised discipline, humility, careful listening, and limited dependence on technology in the courtroom.
The Delhi High Court has granted well-known trademark status to the iconic Birkin bag shape and three Hermès marks, strengthening their legal protection in India. The ruling confirms Birkin’s global distinctiveness and bars unauthorised reproduction or imitation.
