The Delhi High Court today(26th Sept) will delay hearing BJP leader Subramanian Swamy’s citizenship petition against Rahul Gandhi until it assesses a related case pending in the Allahabad High Court. The judges emphasized the importance of avoiding simultaneous proceedings on the same issue, with the next hearing scheduled for October 9.
The Delhi High Court today instructed the vice-chancellor of Delhi University to address a representation for 50% reservation for women in the upcoming DUSU elections within three weeks, in accordance with the law. The petitioner sought to mandate women’s representation through reservations, citing concerns of money and power dominating the elections and limiting women’s participation.
Today, On 10th September, The Delhi High Court permitted seven students to attend classes at St. Stephen’s College but restrained Delhi University from making further seat allocations. This follows a dispute about admission procedures at the college. The court emphasized that no more seat allocations should occur until the matter is resolved. The ruling came in response to petitions filed by the students challenging the college’s admission process.
The Delhi High Court today expressed concern over the rise of deepfake technology, emphasizing the urgent need for regulation. The Division Bench remarked on the difficulty in trusting what people see and hear, labeling it “shocking”. The Court urged the Central Government to take proactive steps and requested input from petitioners for regulating deepfakes.
The Delhi High Court directed the Chief Secretary to address complaints of selective CCTV camera installation in Laxmi Nagar following allegations by BJP MLA Abhay Verma. The MLA claimed bias in the installation process, accusing the AAP-led government of favoring areas represented by their party. The petition seeks equitable distribution of cameras and challenges the current approval process.
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The Delhi High Court dismissed Subramanian Swamy’s PIL alleging a Rs 5,100 crore scam in the Axis Bank-Max Life deal, directing SEBI and RBI to conclude their investigation promptly. Swamy accused Axis Bank of illegal gains through Max Life shares transactions and emphasized the need to prevent similar incidents. The Court noted broader concerns about corruption in the banking and insurance sectors.
The Delhi High Court directed the Delhi government to address the issue of inadequate restroom facilities in city jails, emphasizing the long waiting times faced by inmates. The court mandated inspection of all jails and ordered necessary repairs and additional toilets within two weeks. Furthermore, the court instructed the authorities to pay inmates minimum wage for cleaning duties and to provide protective gear.
Today, On 7th August, The Delhi High Court directed immediate action to address urgent needs at the Asha Kiran Shelter Home, emphasizing the well-being of its residents. The court ordered the Secretary to prioritize resolving critical issues without delay, including addressing deficiencies in facilities and initiating a thorough inquiry into recent deaths. These measures aim to prevent further tragedies and ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
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Today, On 6th August, The Delhi High Court criticized the Municipal Corporation of Delhi for negligence after a tragic incident of a mother and son falling into an open drain. The court demanded video evidence, questioned jurisdictional issues, and scrutinized the lack of maintenance and oversight, prompting the need for immediate actions to prevent further tragedies.
Today, On 5th August, The Delhi High Court requested responses from bar associations concerning a plea for reservations for women lawyers in leadership roles within the Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA). Advocate Fozia Rahman emphasized the lack of gender diversity in decision-making positions and the plea aims to address this imbalance by reserving specific roles for women.