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2020 Delhi riots: HC to hear bail pleas by Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam in UAPA case on Sep 30

The Delhi High Court on Monday deferred hearing on bail pleas by activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the UAPA case linked to the alleged larger conspiracy behind the February 2020 north-east Delhi riots. The pleas will be heard on September 30 after the Delhi Police sought an adjournment.

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'Wild witch hunt': Delhi HC refuses to entertain plea seeking FIR, probe against Justice Varma

The Delhi High Court dismissed a plea for an FIR and SIT probe into cash found after a fire. The court termed the petition a "wild witch hunt" and questioned the petitioner's standing. The lawyer petitioner withdrew his plea after the judge indicated dismissal. The cash discovery occurred after a…

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Delhi HC refuses to entertain plea seeking FIR, probe against ex-HC judge Yashwant Varma

In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court rejected a petition seeking an FIR and SIT investigation into cash discovered after a fire at the home of former judge Yashwant Varma. Justice Amit Bansal described the plea as a "wild witch hunt" and questioned the legitimacy of the petitioner's claims,…

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Delhi HC gives Kejriwal, AAP leaders four weeks to reply in contempt case

The Delhi High Court will hear a criminal contempt case against AAP leaders on November 16. This case involves allegations of vilifying social media posts against Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma. The court granted time for Arvind Kejriwal and others to file their replies. A separate contempt petition against Kejriwal and…

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No victory procession after DUSU election results: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court has prohibited victory processions after DUSU election results are declared. Student organizations and candidates must explain why electoral damages should not be imposed. The court noted frequent violations of Lyngdoh committee recommendations during the ongoing DUSU elections.

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DUSU polls: Delhi HC warns of staying vote counting over hooliganism, violence during campaigning

The Delhi High Court expressed strong displeasure over alleged election violence. Authorities were warned that vote counting could be stayed if action is unsatisfactory. The court emphasized that criminal behavior cannot be justified in democracy. Delhi Police and Delhi University must file status reports by Friday. The bench stated that…

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A Rs 5,000 spending cap. A fleet of Defenders, Thars. Welcome to the DUSU election

Walking out of Gate Number 4 of the Vishwavidyalaya metro station, students are met with a familiar sight during Delhi University’s election season: pamphlets and posters carrying the names and ballot numbers of ABVP, NSUI and other candidates.

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Kiran Bedi moves Delhi HC in Satya Niketan building collapse case, Centre opposes

Retired IPS officer Kiran Bedi approached the Delhi High Court seeking intervention. She wishes to be a party in the Satya Niketan building collapse case. This incident tragically resulted in seven fatalities and several injuries. Authorities opposed her application and requested time to file objections. The court granted them three…

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Satya Niketan building collapse not ordinary mishap: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court classified the collapse of the hostel building as a grave incident, resulting in the unfortunate deaths of seven individuals, including students. The court expressed sorrow over the dashed aspirations of students hailing from smaller towns. While authorities are enacting measures, the ongoing shortage of hostels continues…

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Delhi HC asks govt if it is contemplating policy to regulate addiction causing features on social media apps

The Delhi High Court sought the Centre's stance on regulating social media's addictive design elements. The court questioned if a policy is being considered for features like infinite scroll. A public interest litigation highlights concerns about engagement-maximising design on these platforms. The petition points to potential links between social media…

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Delhi HC declines urgent listing of Karni Sena plea over September 20 UGC protest

The Delhi High Court declined an urgent listing for a Karni Sena protest plea. The Sena sought permission for a demonstration against reservation policies and UGC regulations. Previously, the court directed police to consider a fresh application for a revised date. Police had rejected an earlier application citing BRICS Summit…

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Delhi HC quashes seven ITAT orders in Patanjali case, flags 'shocking' procedural lapses and undue haste

The Delhi High Court has quashed seven orders passed by the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) in a batch of cross-appeals involving Patanjali Ayurved Ltd., terming the manner in which the Tribunal dealt with the matters a "shocking picture" of procedural lapses and opaqueness.

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Delhi HC to hear plea on Wednesday seeking stay on DUSU elections over alleged Lyngdoh norm violations

The Delhi High Court will hear a plea challenging the ongoing DUSU election process. This plea alleges violations of Lyngdoh Committee recommendations and Supreme Court directions. The petitioner seeks to quash the candidate shortlisting notice and election notification. She also wants elections conducted strictly according to the DUSU Constitution and…

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Vimal Elaichi case: Delhi HC rejects makers' plea against FDA notices to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn & Tiger Shroff

The Delhi High Court has ruled against the Vimal Elaichi makers, dismissing their plea regarding Maharashtra FDA notices aimed at celebrities Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Tiger Shroff. The dismissal was based on the court's view that it had no jurisdiction over the matter, as the FDA alleged the…

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Brother-in-law sold 26 bigha land using GPA for Rs 6.95 crore; didn't pay full share to sister-in-law; Delhi HC orders him to pay Rs 2.27 crore

Sister-in-law purchased 26 bighas of land in Najafgarh in 1985 and gave GPA to brother-in-law who in turn sold this land for Rs 6.95 crore in 2011; sister-in-law dies in 2012 without a Will; Delhi HC orders brother-in-law to pay Rs 2.27 crore to sister-in-law’s daughters.

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Delhi building collapse: HC refuses urgent listing of plea over demolition of adjoining structure

The Delhi High Court on Monday declined to urgently list a plea challenging the MCD's demolition of a building adjoining the Satya Niketan hostel that collapsed on September 6. The court questioned claims that people could remain trapped under debris and sought technical basis for seeking immediate judicial intervention.

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Delhi HC to pass order on Monday on Vimal Elaichi makers' plea seeking to quash show-cause notices against actors

The Delhi High Court will soon decide on its jurisdiction to hear a plea. This plea challenges show-cause notices issued to Vimal Elaichi brand ambassadors. The Maharashtra FDA issued these notices for alleged product misrepresentation in advertisements. The court reserved its order on the territorial jurisdiction issue. The final decision…

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Feeding Street Dogs in Your Housing Society: What Courts and Animal Welfare Rules Actually Say in India

The Law That Most RWAs Pretend Does Not ExistThe Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, is the foundational statute. Section 11 of the Act makes it a punishable offence to beat, kick, torture, or cause unnecessary pain to any animal, including a street dog on your society's premises. The…

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High Court seeks Delhi govt, Centre's stand on plea to constitute Delhi Waqf Board

The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre and city administration for their response. A petition seeks the constitution of the Delhi Waqf Board as per law. The last board's tenure ended in August 2023, with no fresh constitution. This prolonged absence risks waqf properties and deprives beneficiaries of safeguards.…

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Delhi HC directs Beco to pull down ad campaign against HUL's Surf Excel, Vim

The Delhi High Court has directed Beco to halt its advertising campaign targeting the products Surf Excel and Vim from Hindustan Unilever Limited. The court ruled that Beco's ads not only compared but also disparaged these products. Hindustan Unilever claimed Beco's ingredient assertions were misleading, while Beco defended itself by…

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Delhi HC acts big on fake GST registrations, rules no GST registration without biometric-based Aadhaar authentication

In light of many fraudulent GST registrations, the Delhi High Court has ruled that no Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration can be obtained without Aadhaar biometric authentication. Read the article to know more.

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Delhi HC bars GST registration without biometric-based Aadhaar authentication

The Delhi High Court has mandated biometric Aadhaar authentication for all Goods and Services Tax registrations. This directive aims to prevent fraudulent registrations and curb significant tax evasion detected annually. Authorities previously acknowledged the issue but had not fully implemented biometric verification measures. The court noted continuous fake registrations using…

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Satya Niketan PG collapse: SC asks Delhi HC to monitor case to conclusion

The Supreme Court requested the Delhi High Court to continue monitoring the building collapse case. Seven people died and twelve were injured in the tragic Satya Niketan incident. The court noted steps taken by Delhi government and MCD regarding building safety. Amicus curiae suggested transferring proceedings or filing reports before…

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Delhi HC asks CJP co-convenors to remove objectionable posts against BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia

The Delhi High Court has ordered CJP leaders to remove objectionable posts targeting Gaurav Bhatia. Justice Gedela stressed responsible expression and verification of information by young individuals. The court issued summons to CJP leaders and its founder Abhijeet Dipke. Bhatia's lawsuit alleges repeated defamatory posts and seeks a permanent injunction.…

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RWA Pet Bans in Indian Housing Societies: What Is Legal and What Residents' Rights Actually Cover

The notice on the lift door does not make it lawA Bengaluru apartment complex posted a circular last year banning all dogs above 10 kg from common areas. Residents who ignored it received written warnings. The warnings cited "society bye-laws" as authority. Those bye-laws had no legal standing to override…

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