Delhi High Court Bar Association Seeks Exemption For Judges, Lawyers From Proposed BS-VI Vehicle Ban

The Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) has written to Delhi Lieutenant Governor seeking exemption for judges, lawyers and court staff from the proposed ban on vehicles not conforming to BS-VI emission standards, which is scheduled to come into effect from November 01.In a letter dated October 30, DHCBA President, Senior Advocate N Hariharan urged the Lieutenant Governor to intervene in the matter and exempt members of the legal fraternity from the restrictions.The letter states that the...

Mere Filing Of Police Complaint Does Not Amount To Defamation: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has held that allegations made in a complaint to the police do not by themselves amount to defamation, observing that the statement in question must be examined in its proper context and that publication and reputational harm are essential considerations in a civil defamation claim.Justice Neena Bansal Krishna made the observation while dismissing an appeal filed by...

Ashish Joshi Moves High Court Seeking Reasons For Repeated CAPF Deployment During Delhi Protests

Former civil servant Ashish Joshi has filed a plea before the Delhi High Court seeking judicial scrutiny of the deployment of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) in the national capital for protest-related duties.In his PIL, Joshi has sought disclosure of the government orders, security assessments and reasons behind repeated extensions of the deployment.Joshi has sought directions to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs and Delhi Police to place on record the requisitions, sanctions and extension...

Delhi High Court Takes 'Disproportionate Burden' Off Supreme Court: CJI Surya Kant

Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Friday said that the Delhi High Court takes a "disproportionate burden" off the Supreme Court as compared to other High Courts. CJI said that the top court often reminds lawyers appearing before it that the Delhi High Court is "just around the corner" and that relief may be available there before their matters reach the Supreme Court.The CJI was addressing a function organised to mark the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of the Delhi High Court, which...

Video Conferencing Can Be Used To Cross-Examine Witness Unable To Travel Due To Sickness: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has held that a witness who is unable to travel to court due to illness, undue delay or expense, can be permitted to undergo examination through video conferencing, provided the process can be conducted effectively and without compromising the fairness of the proceedings.Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma made the observation while allowing an application seeking permission...

Delhi High Court Directs WFI To Decide Disciplinary Show-Cause Notices Against Vinesh Phogat Within Two Weeks

The Delhi High Court has directed the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to decide, within two weeks, the show-cause notices issued to wrestler Vinesh Phogat. Justice Amit Mahajan observed that the uncertainty surrounding the disciplinary proceedings could affect a sportsperson's mental preparedness ahead of competitive events.The Court said that a sportsperson needs to be in a fit and relaxed state of mind to participate in competitive events so that their performance is not compromised.The...

Meta Doesn't Perform Public Function, Instagram Account Deactivation Can't Be Challenged In Writ Petition: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has held that Meta Platforms India cannot be subjected to writ jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution of India for disabling a user's Instagram account. Justice Amit Mahajan observed that providing a social media platform for communication and interaction does not amount to performing a public function or discharging a public duty.The Court said that although social media platforms play a significant role in disseminating information and shaping public opinion,...

Delhi High Court Rejects Former DRT Presiding Officer's Review Plea Against Suspension, Says No Apparent Error In Earlier Ruling

The Delhi High Court recently dismissed a review petition filed by a former Presiding Officer of the Debts Recovery Tribunal (DRT), Chandigarh, challenging an earlier judgment that had rejected his plea against suspension and the extension of his suspension.The Division Bench of Justices Vivek Chaudhary and Tejas Karia held that no error apparent on the face of the record had been established...

Distance Between Student's Residence And College Is Relevant Factor In Inter-College Migration: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has directed a College affiliated with Delhi University (DU) to issue No-Objection Certificates (NOCs) to four students seeking inter-college migration, holding that the distance between a student's residence and college is a relevant consideration while deciding such requests.Justice Jasmeet Singh observed that although students do not have an absolute right to migrate...

Mere Apprehension Of Bias Not Enough To Reconstitute PoSH Committee: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has held that a mere apprehension of bias is insufficient to invalidate the constitution of an Internal Committee under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (PoSH Act), and that cogent material must demonstrate a real likelihood of bias.Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma observed that dissatisfaction with past...

Shortage Of Public Prosecutors Affects Bail Matters, Trials: Delhi High Court Refuses To Stay Cost Imposed On State

While refusing to stay the imposition of ₹5,000 costs on the State, the Delhi High Court has observed that the shortage of public prosecutors is a “perennial problem” that severely affects the disposal of criminal trials and bail matters.Justice Girish Kathpalia observed that there was nothing before the Court to show that the State had taken any serious steps to address the shortage...

IRCTC Scam: Delhi High Court Seeks ED Response To Lalu Prasad Yadav's Plea Against Framing Of PMLA Charges

The Delhi High Court on Thursday issued notice on the plea filed by former Bihar Chief Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav against framing of charges against him in a money laundering case connected to the alleged IRCTC scam case.Justice Sachin Datta sought response of the Enforcement Directorate (ED)The Court also allowed Yadav to take adjournment before the...