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Delhi HC rejects plea seeking transfer of activist Sonam Wangchuk from Safdarjung hospital

The Delhi High Court ruled Sonam Wangchuk will stay at Safdarjung Hospital for now. The court found the transfer to the government hospital was not arbitrary. Wangchuk's vital parameters had worsened during his hunger strike, necessitating the move. His family sought transfer to a private hospital, but the court declined…

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'Lost faith in Safdarjung Hospital': Sonam Wangchuk's wife moves Delhi HC over transfer plea

Sonam Wangchuk's wife said she has lost faith in the government hospital. She moved the Delhi High Court seeking transfer to a private facility. Discrepancies were alleged in the hospital's assessment of his health. She claimed police presence restricted their movement, calling it illegal detention. The family seeks an urgent…

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Explained: Can the government force-feed a hunger striker? What Indian law says

Climate activist and innovator Sonam Wangchuk was forcefully removed from Delhi's Jantar Mantar protest site by Delhi Police on Saturday, July 18, and shifted to a government hospital after 21 days of indefinite hunger strike. Police said the decision was based on medical advice and a Delhi High Court order…

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Sharad Pawar slams Centre over 'irresponsible' handling of Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike

Sonam Wangchuk hunger strike: NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar criticized the Centre's handling of Sonam Wangchuk's protest. He stated the government acted as a bystander instead of addressing student concerns. Wangchuk was hospitalized after his health deteriorated during an indefinite hunger strike. The protest continues despite actions taken against the…

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Indian police swoop in to remove hunger-striking activist Sonam Wangchuk from protest site

Activists accuse Delhi Police of ‘kidnapping’ Wangchuk, while authorities say he has been moved to hospital in a ‘much-needed medical intervention’

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Sonam Wangchuk moved to hospital after 20-day hunger strike at Jantar Mantar

Sonam Wangchuk was hospitalized by Delhi Police after a 20-day hunger strike. He protested alleged irregularities in competitive examinations and demanded accountability. Doctors noted significant weight loss, raising health concerns for the activist. The Delhi High Court had ordered regular monitoring of his critical condition. Wangchuk urged supporters to march…

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No court on first, third Saturdays: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court has deferred its decision to hold court on Saturdays. A committee will now review all relevant aspects of this new arrangement. This deferral follows an earlier notification about sitting on the first and third Saturdays. The Delhi High Court Bar Association had previously opposed the move.…

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ISRO revises voluntary retirement, resignation norms for scientists linked to Gaganyaan, key missions

ISRO has revised rules for personnel seeking to leave their positions. Requests from scientists on Gaganyaan and other vital projects require special approval. This change follows a noticeable increase in such departure requests. Centre Directors must now forward all relevant applications for final decisions. These new instructions aim to ensure…

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Delhi HC to hear PIL on July 20 over 'continuous, intrusive' surveillance at Jantar Mantar protest

The Delhi High Court will hear a PIL regarding surveillance at Jantar Mantar. Protesters allege continuous and intrusive surveillance by police personnel. This action is claimed to violate fundamental rights of privacy for students. The PIL seeks to suspend mass surveillance until a real threat is proven. The court agreed…

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SC agrees to hear Somnath Bharti's plea challenging election of BJP's Satish Upadhyay in 2025 polls

The Supreme Court will hear Somnath Bharti's plea challenging his election defeat. Bharti contests the victory of Satish Upadhyay from Malviya Nagar constituency. He alleges corrupt practices and a deliberate strategy to divide secular votes. The Delhi High Court had previously dismissed his petition due to a technical defect. The…

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Delhi HC seeks police response on Sharjeel Imam's bail plea in 2020 riots conspiracy case

The Delhi High Court has sought the police response on Sharjeel Imam's bail plea. Imam is challenging a trial court order that dismissed his second bail application. He was arrested in August 2020 and accused of masterminding the 2020 Delhi riots. The Supreme Court had previously refused bail to Imam…

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Can History Repeat Itself? Sonam Wangchuk's Bold Stand

As Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike enters its 19th day, concern over his health is growing across the country. Supporters say he has lost significant weight, while doctors continue monitoring his condition under court directions. His protest has once again brought India's long history of hunger strikes into the national spotlight.…

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Delhi HC sets aside tender process for consular, visa services at four Indian Missions including in Singapore, Australia

The Delhi High Court has set aside the Centre's technical evaluation process for outsourcing consular services. This decision impacts Indian Missions in Kuwait, Abu Dhabi, Singapore, and Canberra. The court directed the Centre to issue fresh Requests for Proposal within one month. Existing service providers will continue their work to…

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Congress appeals to Sonam Wangchuk to end fast, says 'his concerns are our concerns'

Congress urged activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike after nineteen days. The party shares his concerns and demands the Education Minister's resignation. Wangchuk's health has deteriorated significantly, entering a critical stage. He refuses to end his fast without government response and urges support for a march. The Delhi…

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Excise case: HC gives final two weeks to Kejriwal, Sisodia to respond to CBI's plea against discharge

The Delhi High Court has granted a final chance for AAP leaders to respond. They must file their replies within two weeks regarding the CBI's plea. The court deferred the hearing to August 17 and 18 for arguments. This case involves the trial court's order discharging them earlier. Lawyers' work…

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Life is precious; monitor Sonam Wangchuk's health: Delhi HC tells authorities

The Delhi High Court ordered daily health monitoring for activist Sonam Wangchuk. Authorities must provide medical aid if his condition deteriorates during his fast. Wangchuk is protesting alleged NEET exam irregularities and demanding a minister's resignation. The court stressed the preciousness of every citizen's life and required government intervention. This…

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Sonam Wangchuk loses over 9 kg after 19 days of hunger strike

Activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike has reached a critical stage after nineteen days. Doctors warn his organs could be affected as he lost over nine kilograms. Wangchuk ruled out ending his fast without government response and urged a Parliament march. The Delhi High Court directed daily health monitoring and medical…

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'Life of any citizen is precious': Delhi HC orders daily health monitoring of Sonam Wangchuk

The Delhi High Court ordered daily health check-ups for activist Sonam Wangchuk. Authorities must provide medical intervention as needed for the fasting activist. The court emphasized the preciousness of every citizen's life. Wangchuk has been on an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar for days. This action follows concerns over his…

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Delhi HC lists plea on Wangchuk's deteriorating health for Thursday

The Delhi High Court is set to hear a public interest litigation on Thursday focused on the urgent health concerns of activist Sonam Wangchuk. Currently engaged in an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar, Wangchuk is protesting for the education minister’s resignation related to NEET irregularities. The court has mandated that…

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PIL moved in Delhi HC seeking immediate medical intervention for Sonam Wangchuk

A public interest litigation seeks urgent medical aid for Sonam Wangchuk, who is on an indefinite hunger strike. His health has rapidly deteriorated, raising concerns for his life and well-being. The petition urges authorities to provide immediate medical treatment and initiate dialogue. It highlights the government's constitutional duty to protect…

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Why two recent Delhi High Court orders should worry every journalist

Two recent judgments from the Delhi High Court, both centred on the fundamental right of privacy, should have Indian journalists very worried about the future of their profession. Both judgments have the potential to open the floodgates of privacy litigation against the Indian media. Such litigation has the potential to…

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Delhi HC to hear polo body's Jaipur Polo Ground plea Aug 12

The Delhi High Court will hear the Indian Polo Association's eviction case on August 12. This petition challenges a sessions court decision refusing to stay the Centre's eviction order. Lawyers abstained from work, causing the hearing to be deferred to a later date. The association seeks to prevent irreversible damage…

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Al Falah university chairman Jawad Siddiqui urges HC to grant interim bail in ED cases

Al Falah University chairman Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui requested interim bail from the Delhi High Court. He cited his wife's critical cancer treatment as the reason for his urgent plea. The Enforcement Directorate opposed his release, fearing evidence tampering and flight risk. Siddiqui offered to wear a GPS tracker as a…

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SpiceJet, Ajay Singh undertake to pay Rs 140 crore in KAL Airways dispute

SpiceJet and Ajay Singh will pay Rs 140 crore to KAL Airways and Kalanithi Maran. The airline will deposit Rs 50 crore within forty-five days. The remaining Rs 90 crore will be paid within ninety days thereafter. The Delhi High Court will monitor this payment schedule closely. Hearing SpiceJet's challenge…

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Govt orders action against NCERT officials in paper procurement case

Bafna Global Venture Private Limited moved the Delhi High Court on June 24 citing the blacklisting order by NCERT issued on June 22 barring it for two years from participating in the procurement process of National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT).

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