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No coercive action for now against Delhi Gymkhana Club: Centre to Delhi HC

The Centre will not take coercive action against Delhi Gymkhana Club until September 16. This assurance was given to the Delhi High Court during a hearing. The court was considering pleas seeking a stay on the club's eviction notice. Members have been asked to file their response before the estate…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

53.242 acres near Race Course, close to PM's residence, taken over, handed over to CPWD

Authorities have taken control of more than fifty-three acres of land near the Prime Minister's official residence following a court's dismissal of the Delhi Race Club's plea. The club's lease has remained unrenewed since 1994, leading the Land and Development Office to pass the site to the CPWD for management.…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

High Court directs Centre to defer July 7 eviction hearing against Delhi Gymkhana Club

The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to the Centre regarding pleas challenging eviction proceedings against the Delhi Gymkhana Club. The club and its Staff Welfare Association are contesting the Land and Development Office's order to vacate the Lutyens' Delhi premises. The Centre cited defence infrastructure needs, but a…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Delhi Gymkhana Club vs Centre: The legal fight over one of India’s most elite social addresses

The Centre has ordered the Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its 27.3-acre Lutyens' Delhi premises by June 5, citing urgent need for defence infrastructure and public projects. The club, a century-old elite institution, has challenged the order in the Delhi High Court, sparking a legal battle over reclaiming leased land…

The Economic Times · May 26

Delhi Gymkhana seeks alternative land for relocation of club in case takeover proceeds

The Delhi Gymkhana Club committee has appealed to the Centre to maintain the club's operations. They seek clarity on relocation and employee protection. The committee highlights the club's financial turnaround and administrative improvements. Members also voiced concerns about the proposed takeover, calling it illegal. Discussions are ongoing with officials to…

The Economic Times · May 25

Order asking Delhi Gymkhana Club to hand over premises brings focus on Centre's legal powers

The Centre has ordered the Gymkhana Club in Lutyens' Delhi to surrender its 27.3-acre property. This move is for strengthening defence infrastructure and vital public security. The government's power stems from lease deed terms and constitutional provisions. Legal experts explain the Centre can take over or terminate leases based on…

The Economic Times · May 23

'Shocked' members mull legal action after Centre asks Delhi Gymkhana to vacate premises by June 5

The Centre has ordered the Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its Lutyens' Delhi premises by June 5. The land is needed for defence infrastructure and public security. Members are fuming and considering legal action. The club, established in 1913, has around 11,000 members. The Land and Development Office will take…

The Economic Times · May 23

Centre asks Delhi Gymkhana Club to hand over premises by June 5

The Centre has ordered the Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its Lutyens' Delhi premises by June 5. The 27.3-acre plot is needed for strengthening defence infrastructure and public security. The Land & Development Office issued the order, citing the lease deed's clause for re-entry. The club plans to challenge the…

The Economic Times · May 23

Centre orders re-entry, resumption of Delhi Gymkhana Club land citing public interest

The Central Government has ordered the immediate re-entry and resumption of the Delhi Gymkhana Club premises, citing urgent public purpose and national interest. The 27.3-acre property, leased for a social and sporting club, is now critically needed for strengthening defence infrastructure and other public security initiatives in the capital.

The Economic Times · May 23

Press bodies condemn ‘excessive use of force’ as govt shutters UNI office

Acting on a Delhi High Court order, the Delhi Police and CRPF personnel on Friday “allegedly dragged” about 50 journalists out of the United News of India (UNI) office on Rafi Marg, according to The Hindu.

Newslaundry · Mar 21