Four appeals have been moved before the Delhi High Court challenging the order that blocked the release of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s degree details. The petitioners include AAP leader Sanjay Singh and RTI activist Neeraj Sharma.
Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya criticised the rising number of adjournments sought by lawyers, saying courts are wrongly blamed for delays. The bench remarked that many proxy counsels appear only to seek adjournments without knowing the case.
The Delhi High Court strongly criticised lawyers for joining virtual court hearings from moving cars, observing that such conduct causes inconvenience, wastes precious judicial time, and hampers access to justice, defeating the purpose of using technology in courts.
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 refused to issue directions on a plea seeking appointment of minorities other than Muslims and Sikhs as NCM head, allowing the petitioner to approach the Central government instead. The Court said the law only requires members to belong to minority communities, not any particular one.
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.
Today, On 8th October, Delhi High Court has rejected a PIL seeking to change the name of the Indian cricket team. The Court said, “Are You Saying the Team Doesn’t Represent India?” emphasizing the team represents the nation.
Today, On 24th September, The Delhi High Court rejected a plea seeking the use of ballot papers instead of EVMs for elections. The court noted that the Supreme Court has already put a final seal on the matter, ending the dispute.
Today, On 24th September, The Delhi High Court struck down the NHAI notification for recruiting lawyers based on CLAT PG scores. The court observed, “A public employment, such a provision hits Article 16,” emphasizing equality in government recruitment processes.
Delhi High Court bars Delhi University candidates and student groups from holding victory processions after DUSU results. Bench warns of halting office bearers’ functioning if elections are not conducted in a satisfactory order.
