Delhi High Court calls CIC order ‘thoroughly misconceived’, blocks disclosure of Smriti Irani’s school exam records

The Delhi High Court quashed the CIC’s directive to reveal Smriti Irani’s Class 10 and 12 exam details, calling the approach “thoroughly misconceived.” Justice Sachin Datta held that educational records are personal information under the RTI Act.

Delhi High Court Questions Maintainability of Petition Against AAP’s Poll Promise of Rs.2,100 Stipend for Women

The Delhi High Court, On January 9, 2025 led by Justice Jyoti Singh, questioned the maintainability of a petition by Vijay Kumar challenging the AAP’s promise of a monthly stipend for women before the assembly elections. The petitioner argued the announcement was misleading. The petitioner had also reported this to the Election Commission, seeking urgent action.