New Delhi, February 28, 2025: The Supreme Court of India ordered a stay on any new construction or renovation work at centuries-old religious sites located inside Mehrauli Archaeological Park, Delhi. This includes the 13th-century Ashiq Allah Dargah and Chillagah of Baba Farid, which hold deep religious significance. A bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar was hearing a plea from Zameer Ahmed Jumlana. He had approached the court to safeguard these historical religious structures from demolition.
Arvind Kejriwal challenged the Enforcement Directorate’s charges in the Excise Policy case at the Delhi High Court, seeking access to prosecution documents. A judge mandated the ED to respond by November 26. The case stems from alleged corruption in the excise policy, leading to Kejriwal’s arrest in March 2024.
On Tuesday(2nd April), The Delhi High Court recently concluded discussions regarding DCPCR’s petition against LG V K Saxena, raising concerns about funding cessation. Justice Prasad oversaw the case, with DCPCR choosing not to pursue the petition. A second petitioner’s withdrawal indicated a shift within DCPCR. The court’s decision brings procedural aspects and challenges facing bodies like DCPCR into focus.
The Delhi High Court Today overturned the suspension of seven BJP MLAs from the Legislative Assembly, allowing their reinstatement. The legislators had challenged their suspension, arguing that it contravened established rules. This ruling is pivotal in the ongoing tussle between AAP and BJP, signifying the judiciary’s role in balancing legislative authority and individual assembly members’ rights.
Today (February 27), the Delhi High Court reserved its order regarding the petitions filed by seven BJP MLAs contesting their indefinite suspension from the legislative assembly. Their suspension stemmed from disruptions during Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena’s address at the commencement of the budget session.
