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Delhi High Court grants 3-day interim bail to Umar Khalid in 2020 riots UAPA case

The Delhi High Court on Friday granted a three-day interim bail to former JNU student leader Umar Khalid in a UAPA case linked to the 2020 Delhi riots. Khalid, arrested in September 2020, has remained in custody over allegations of conspiracy related to the violence in northeast Delhi.

The Economic Times · May 22

Delhi riots 2020: High Court grants bail to Salim Malik in UAPA case

The Delhi High Court has granted bail to Salim Malik, an accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case facing charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The court considered the bail granted to several co-accused while deciding Malik’s plea. Prosecutors had alleged that Malik played a significant role in…

The Economic Times · May 21

'Thin line between defamation, political criticism': Delhi HC on Raghav Chadha's plea against social media posts

Delhi High Court pondered the fine line between political criticism and defamation. MP Raghav Chadha approached the court against social media posts allegedly harming his reputation. The court questioned if political leaders can be sensitive to criticism. It noted that while dignity is important, free speech is also a constitutional…

The Economic Times · May 21

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SC refuses to lift stay on counting of Delhi Bar Council polls

The Supreme Court has refused to alter its previous order. This order had put a halt to the counting of votes for the Bar Council of Delhi elections. Allegations of tampering prompted this decision. The apex court has now asked the Delhi High Court to hear the related pleas. This…

The Economic Times · May 21

Delhi HC dismisses PIL to deregister AAP, disqualify Arvind Kejriwal

The Delhi High Court has rejected a plea to deregister the Aam Aadmi Party and disqualify its leaders. The court found the petition lacked merit. Leaders had boycotted proceedings in the liquor policy case. The court stated the Election Commission cannot deregister a party. Contempt proceedings are underway for the…

The Economic Times · May 20

Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ faces legal trouble in Delhi HC over putting 'undercover spys at risk'

Dhurandhar 2 Delhi HC: Delhi High Court has asked the Centre and the CBFC to examine concerns raised by an SSB personnel over the film Dhurandhar: The Revenge. The plea claimed the movie allegedly revealed sensitive military and intelligence-related operational details that could pose security risks.

The Economic Times · May 20

HC sentences YouTuber to 6 months in prison after remarks comparing courts to ‘dictatorship’

The Delhi High Court has sentenced YouTuber Gulshan Pahuja to six months in jail and a Rs 2,000 fine for criminal contempt of court, Bar and Bench reported. The court found certain remarks in his videos and during court hearings deeply disrespectful to the judiciary.

Newslaundry · May 20

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YouTuber Gulshan Pahuja gets 6-month jail term for criminal contempt

The Delhi High Court has sentenced YouTuber Gulshan Pahuja to six months in jail for criminal contempt. He was found to have scandalised the judiciary and shown no remorse. The court also imposed a fine. Pahuja made further remarks against the judicial system during the hearing.

The Economic Times · May 20

SC rejects SpiceJet's plea in Rs 144 cr case with Kalanithi Maran & Kal Airways, asks it to move Delhi HC

The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday asked SpiceJet to approach the Delhi High Court for more time to deposit Rs 144 crore in its dispute with Kalanithi Maran and Kal Airways. SpiceJet, represented by senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, argued that the West Asia crisis had hurt the airline’s operations…

The Economic Times · May 19

Delhi HC seeks stand of Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia in criminal contempt case

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday sought responses from AAP leaders including Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, Sanjay Singh and others in a criminal contempt case over alleged “vilifying” social media posts against Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma.

The Economic Times · May 19

No relief from HC for wrestler Vinesh Phogat for participating in May 30 trials for Asia Games

The Delhi High Court has denied wrestler Vinesh Phogat immediate permission to compete in Asian Games selection trials. The court asked the Wrestling Federation of India to finalize a show cause notice issued to Phogat regarding indiscipline and anti-doping rule violations. Phogat was declared ineligible by WFI. The court will…

The Economic Times · May 18

Delhi HC grants interim bail to Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid for father's funeral

Baramulla MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid has been granted interim bail by the Delhi High Court until June 2 following the death of his father. Currently lodged in Tihar Jail in connection with terror-funding charges, Rashid will be escorted by police during his temporary release. The relief allows him to attend…

The Economic Times · May 18

7, Jantar Mantar Road: Striking Lutyens' bungalow; former Congress HQ houses library

The Indian National Congress is pursuing legal action to secure ownership of its former headquarters at 7, Jantar Mantar Road. The party has petitioned the Delhi High Court, seeking the execution of a sale deed for the historic British-era bungalow. The court has requested responses from the central and Delhi…

The Economic Times · May 18

Indian court tells Apple to 'cooperate' in antitrust case

An Indian court has ordered Apple to fully cooperate with antitrust investigators regarding its iPhone app market practices. The Delhi High Court rejected Apple's plea to halt the case, emphasizing cooperation while delaying a final order until July 15.

The Economic Times · May 18

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The Economic Times · May 18

Robert Vadra withdraws in Delhi HC plea against trial court summons in Haryana land deal case

Businessman Robert Vadra has withdrawn his petition in the Delhi High Court. The petition challenged a trial court order summoning him in a money laundering case. This case is linked to a land deal in Haryana's Shikohpur. The Enforcement Directorate had opposed Vadra's petition. The court has kept all rights…

The Economic Times · May 15

Apple seeks relief from amended Competition Act; Delhi High Court pauses CCI final order

The Delhi High Court has directed the Competition Commission of India to hold off on issuing a final order against Apple until July 15. This comes as Apple challenges a new law allowing penalties based on global turnover. The court wants to avoid making Apple's petition irrelevant before its own…

The Economic Times · May 15

Delhi HC seeks ED's reply on Al Falah University chairman's bail plea in money laundering case

The Delhi High Court is reviewing a bail application from Al Falah University chairman Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui. He faces money laundering charges linked to student fees. The Enforcement Directorate alleges the university generated over Rs 415 crore and diverted funds. Siddiqui was arrested in November 2025. The court will hear…

The Economic Times · May 14

'Truth has won': Kejriwal on transfer of liquor-policy case to another Delhi HC bench

The Delhi High Court will hear the excise-policy case involving Arvind Kejriwal before a different bench. This development follows remarks by Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma. AAP leaders have hailed the decision as a victory. Justice Sharma initiated criminal contempt proceedings against Kejriwal and others for social media posts.

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The Economic Times · May 14

Delhi HC to initiate contempt action over defamatory content against judge in excise policy case

The Delhi High Court will start contempt proceedings. This action follows the circulation of extremely defamatory content against Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma. The judge made this announcement in open court. The content is linked to the Delhi excise policy case. Justice Sharma stated she cannot remain silent. A detailed order…

The Economic Times · May 14

Congress party moves HC seeking execution of sale deed for its former headquarters on Delhi's Jantar Mantar road

The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre and Delhi government for their response. This follows a petition by the Indian National Congress. The party seeks execution of a sale deed for its former headquarters at 7, Jantar Mantar Road. The Congress has been in possession of the property for…

Newslaundry · May 14

Delhi HC recalls order quashing centre’s decision to deny OCI card to Siddharth Varadarajan

The Delhi High Court has recalled its order that quashed the central government’s decision to deny an OCI card to The Wire’s Siddharth Varadarajan, Bar and Bench reported.

The Economic Times · May 13

Delhi HC asks Google, Apple to act against obscene content on mobile apps

The Delhi High Court has ordered Google and Apple to take strict action against obscene pornographic content on their mobile applications. The court emphasized the vital role of social media intermediaries in preventing the dissemination of such material. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team has also been asked to check…

The Economic Times · May 13

Delhi HC seeks Centre's stand on plea for FIFA World Cup broadcast

The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre and Prasar Bharti for their response regarding a petition to broadcast the FIFA World Cup 2026. A lawyer filed the plea seeking broadcasting rights for key matches and eventually all 104 games. The court is considering if the plea is a public…

The Economic Times · May 12

Delhi HC directs DDA to ensure no parking or commercial activity on Yamuna flood plains

The Delhi High Court has ordered the Delhi Development Authority to stop all activities, including parking and commercial use, on the Yamuna flood plains at Sur Ghat. The court emphasized the area's ecological sensitivity and its Zone-O classification. Religious and commercial activities are now restricted. Alternative parking will be arranged…

The Economic Times · May 10

HC protects MP Shashi Tharoor's personality rights, directs removal of deepfake video

The Delhi High Court has protected Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's personality rights. The court ordered X to remove an AI-generated deepfake video showing him praising Pakistan. It also restrained the misuse of his name, image, and voice for any purpose. Meta was asked to keep certain Instagram reels inaccessible. This…

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