“No Judge-Specific Data on Corruption Complaints”: Supreme Court Tells Delhi High Court in RTI Case

The Supreme Court told the Delhi High Court that it does not maintain judge-wise records of corruption or misconduct complaints. The Court said collecting such information would require diverting significant resources and may also be exempt under the RTI Act.

“What Is Your Deep-Rooted Agenda?” : Supreme Court Slams Petitioner, Dismisses Plea On Air India Crash Report

The Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking more details in the Air India crash preliminary report, questioning the petitioner’s motive. The Court said such information can be sought through RTI and refused to interfere with the Delhi High Court order.

“Right to Information Under Threat?” Supreme Court Issues Notice to Centre Over Challenge to Data Protection Act Provision

The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Centre on a fresh plea challenging a provision of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 that allegedly restricts information obtained under the RTI Act.
The Court tagged the petition with similar pending cases and will hear the matter on March 23.

Complex and Sensitive Issue: Supreme Court Refers Plea Challenging Data Protection Law Amendment to RTI Act to Larger Bench

Today, On 16th February, The Supreme Court of India refused to stay the RTI Act amendment made through the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and issued notice to the Centre on a plea challenging its constitutional validity.

CIC Appointments: Supreme Court Refuses to Order Disclosure of LoP’s Dissent Note

The Supreme Court declined to direct the Centre to disclose the Leader of Opposition’s dissent note on appointments to the Central Information Commission. The Court stressed that its limited role is to ensure vacancies are filled and confirmed that all CIC posts have now been filled.

Judicial Officers’ Complaints Are Private: Chhattisgarh High Court Bars RTI Disclosure

The Chhattisgarh High Court has ruled that complaints, service records, and inquiry details of judicial officers are personal information and cannot be disclosed under the RTI Act. The Court held that such disclosures lack public interest and are protected under Sections 8(1)(j) and 8(1)(e) of the RTI Act.

PM CARES Fund Has Right to Privacy Under RTI Even If Controlled by Govt: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court held that the PM CARES Fund does not lose its right to privacy under the RTI Act merely because it is managed or controlled by the government. The Court clarified that third-party privacy protections under Section 8(1)(j) of the RTI Act apply equally to public and private entities.

PM-Led Panel to Meet on Dec 10 for CIC Appointments, Centre Tells Supreme Court

The Centre informed the Supreme Court that the PM-headed selection committee will meet on December 10 to choose the new Chief Information Commissioner and Information Commissioners. The Court is monitoring delays as several CIC and SIC posts remain vacant nationwide.

Delhi High Court Reviews Plea on PM Modi’s Degree Disclosure, Says “There Seems to Be a Delay in Filing the Appeal”

The Delhi High Court heard appeals seeking details of PM Narendra Modi’s educational qualifications, with SG Tushar Mehta agreeing to file objections on delay. The case, led by AAP’s Sanjay Singh and others, will be heard next on January 16.

Appeals Filed in Delhi High Court Seeking Disclosure of PM Modi’s Degree Details

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.