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Sainik Farm’s fate hangs in limbo, so Delhi HC tells authorities ‘high time to decide’

The Delhi High Court has urged authorities to decide the fate of Sainik Farm residents. It directed the Centre, Delhi government, DDA, and MCD to meet and work out a way forward. The court emphasized the need for clarity for residents regarding the colony's status. Authorities were asked to explore…

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SC agrees to examine BJP leader Yogender Chandolia's plea against AAP MLA Vishesh Ravi's election

The Supreme Court will examine a plea challenging an AAP MLA's election. This challenge concerns an alleged false declaration regarding educational qualifications. The plea was filed by BJP leader Yogender Chandolia against Vishesh Ravi. The Delhi High Court had previously dismissed the plea as infructuous. The Supreme Court has now…

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Delhi HC, IGI Airport T3 receive bomb threats via email ahead of I-Day, declared hoax

Security agencies responded to bomb threats received via email at Delhi High Court and Terminal 3. Searches were conducted at both locations, and bomb disposal squads were deployed. These threats, which appeared to originate from Babar Khalsa Canada, were later declared hoaxes. Authorities stepped up security across the national capital…

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Builder forfeited homebuyers' earnest money after they questioned poor construction quality; HC orders Rs 18 lakh refund with 6% interest

Builder used coercive bargaining and paid Rs 18 lakh less as refund to homebuyers for cancellation of allotment under full and final settlement; HC rejects settlement and orders full refund with interest to homebuyers

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FIR can now be lodged against Justice Yashwant Varma: Legal experts

A panel found Justice Yashwant Varma guilty of cash discovery allegations at his residence. Legal experts believe an FIR can now be lodged against the former judge. However, some experts feel impeachment proceedings are now moot due to his resignation. The committee's report stated charges of unexplained cash and evasive…

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Delhi HC ruling on ANI-OpenAI copyright case sparks debate over fair dealing and judicial activism

The Delhi High Court’s interim ruling in the ANI-OpenAI copyright case has raised questions over the interpretation of fair dealing and copyright law. The judgment favours OpenAI’s use of copyrighted content for AI development, but critics argue the court made far-reaching legal conclusions despite disputed facts requiring a trial.

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Supreme Court ends long-pending plea against Hinduja brothers’ relief in Bofors case

The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging a 2005 Delhi High Court order. This order had previously quashed criminal proceedings against the Hinduja brothers in the Bofors case. The court declined to adjourn the matter and refused further submissions during the hearing. The original Bofors deal between India and Sweden…

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Delhi HC rejects wrestler Sushil Kumar's bail plea in Sagar Dhankar murder case

The Delhi High Court has dismissed Olympian wrestler Sushil Kumar's bail plea. This plea was related to the Sagar Dhankar murder case from May 2021. Sushil Kumar had sought bail due to changed circumstances in the ongoing trial. He claimed all material prosecution witnesses had already been examined. The court's…

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Are you an NRI who sold an under-construction property? Here's what actually counts as your “Date of Purchase” for capital gains calculation

NRIs selling under-construction property must use the allotment date for capital gains. This date determines long-term versus short-term capital gains tax treatment. The Bombay High Court and other rulings support the allotment date as the acquisition point. This principle applies even when possession or registration occurs much later. Proper documentation…

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'Teaching' AI isn't theft, yet

Delhi High Court refused to halt OpenAI's use of ANI content for ChatGPT training, ruling it qualifies as fair dealing for research under copyright law and finding no evidence the AI reproduced ANI's reports.

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Supreme Court to hear pleas alleging police excesses on NEET paper leak protesters on July 27

The Supreme Court will hear petitions concerning alleged police excesses against students. These protests are related to the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and examination irregularities. Senior advocates highlighted the urgency and daily nature of these alleged police actions. The Delhi High Court is also examining similar allegations of excessive force.…

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Delhi diner was 'forced' to pay over Rs 900 as service charge: Court orders restaurant to pay Rs 25,000 compensation, says the charge is voluntary

A Delhi man refused to pay a restaurant's service charge in October 2024. The consumer commission found the restaurant guilty of unfair trade practice. House of BOHO was ordered to refund the service charge with interest. The restaurant must also pay Rs 25,000 as compensation to the complainant. This ruling…

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SC rejects Centre's plea against HC order quashing consular, passport and visa services

The Supreme Court dismissed the Centre's plea challenging a Delhi High Court verdict. This verdict had quashed the tender process for consular, passport, and visa services abroad. The Ministry of External Affairs and Engineers India Limited can make temporary arrangements for service continuity. These arrangements are to ensure uninterrupted delivery…

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Delhi riots case: Supreme Court stays order allowing Devangana Kalita to inspect documents

The Supreme Court has intervened in the case involving riot-accused Devangana Kalita by staying a Delhi High Court ruling that granted her permission to review previously disregarded documents in a conspiracy matter. The Delhi Police raised concerns about possible trial delays, leading to the Supreme Court's decision to issue a…

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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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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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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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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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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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Rajpal Yadav sentenced to jail after fresh High Court ruling in cheque bounce case

Actor Rajpal Yadav faces three months in jail following a Delhi High Court ruling. He was ordered to pay over one crore rupees in seven cheque bounce cases. The court reopened the matter after the actor cited significant film production losses. Yadav stated his case involves Rs 17 crore in…

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SC to hear plea against Asian Games dressage team selection

The Supreme Court will hear a plea on July 9 regarding the dressage team selection. This plea challenges the Delhi High Court's refusal to intervene in the riders' non-selection. The High Court had previously denied relief to the gold medal-winning riders Anush Agarwalla and Sudipti Hajela. Logistical challenges prevented a…

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Two CRPF inspectors clear every round of promotion exam, then failed over forearm tattoo: Delhi HC refuses relief despite tattoo removal; tattoos went unnoticed since joining

The Delhi High Court has dismissed petitions filed by two CRPF inspectors who were declared medically unfit for promotion to Assistant Commandant solely on account of tattoos on their right forearms. The court held that both officers, as serving personnel, could not claim ignorance of tattoo guidelines, and that subsequent…

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SC upholds Delhi HC order rejecting man's claim to right to privacy in divorce case

The Supreme Court has affirmed a Delhi High Court ruling allowing wives to seek court assistance in gathering evidence like call records and hotel bookings to prove adultery. The apex court dismissed an appeal by a husband challenging the order, emphasizing that while privacy is a right, it's not absolute,…

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Landlord entitled to higher rent if tenant overstays even after seeking more time to vacate property in this situation

Delhi High Court ruled that tenants overstaying their lease must pay increased rent as per the agreement, even if they temporarily requested more time to vacate. The court emphasized that continued possession triggers the rent escalation clause automatically. This applies even to unregistered lease deeds, as the obligation matures upon…

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1993 Bowbazar blast: SC stays Delhi HC order for TADA convict's premature release

A bench of Justices PK Mishra and Sanjeev Sachdeva passed the interim order while issuing notice on the petition of the West Bengal government challenging the Delhi High Court's order for the release of the TADA convict.

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