NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Monday directed the state government and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to take strict action against “dummy” schools operating in the national capital. These schools allegedly grant Delhi domicile benefits to students from other states without requiring them to attend regular classes.
The Delhi High Court today(21st Jan) dismissed an appeal that challenged the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in elections across various constituencies. The petitioner, Ramesh Chander, argued that under Section 61-A of the Representation of the People Act (RP Act), the Election Commission of India (ECI) should provide individual justifications for using EVMs in each constituency. However, the court did not accept this argument and dismissed the appeal.
Today, On 8th January, The Delhi High Court rejected a plea seeking a rehabilitation package under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). The petition argued for financial support for communities impacted by the law, but the court ruled against granting such a package. The decision marks a significant development in the ongoing legal discourse surrounding the CAA.
The Delhi High Court on Friday (6th Dec) has instructed the Central government to respond to BJP leader Subramanian Swamy’s petition regarding Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s citizenship. The court seeks clarity before issuing orders, with the next hearing set for January 13, 2025. The petition claims Gandhi disclosed British citizenship, potentially affecting his Indian citizenship.
Today, On 11th November, the Delhi High Court authorized Delhi University to count DUSU votes, contingent upon the university’s agreement to a student-led campus cleaning initiative. The court’s decision follows concerns over significant property defacement during elections. Counting will resume on or before November 26 once necessary clean-up validations are confirmed.
The Delhi High Court today (28th Oct) permitted a minority category student to attend St. Stephen’s classes, amid a seat allocation dispute with Delhi University. The decision followed appeals from both sides regarding a prior ruling that denied admission. The court instructed no further allocation of minority seats until the issue is resolved.
The Delhi High Court addressed a petition regarding non-functional autorickshaw fare meters. The bench ordered the transport department to resolve the issue raised by Anand Mishra within three weeks. Since 2018, fare meters have been inoperative despite legal mandates, prompting the court to demand inspections to ensure compliance with updated fare rules.
The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to the Union ministries and private ticketing entities, seeking responses on illegal ticket-selling practices. The petition calls for regulatory measures to oversee resale platforms and prevent black-marketing of concert tickets, particularly in relation to high-demand events, stressing the need for fair access to tickets.
Today, On 21st October, the Delhi High Court stayed the counting of votes for the DUSU 2024 elections due to complaints about public property defacement. Candidates must justify their actions in court on October 28. The court emphasizes accountability and urges the university to address the situation to ensure more responsible election practices in the future.
A Habeas Corpus petition has been filed today (On Sept 30) in the Delhi High Court for the release of an accused woman’s unlawful detention following the road rage killing of Delhi Police constable Sandeep. The plea argues that while the accused fled, his wife was incorrectly taken into custody, prompting a court hearing on October 1.
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