Delhi High Court Halts Delhi Government’s Circular on Fee Hike Approval for Private Schools
Introduction: The Delhi High Court has intervened in a contentious issue regarding fee hikes in private unaided schools in the national capital. In a recent development, Justice C Hari Shankar stayed a circular issued by the Delhi Government, which mandated prior approval from
Indian Government Removes Surgical Certificate Requirement for Gender Change in Passports
Introduction: In a significant development, the Indian government has decided to waive the requirement for surgical certificates for individuals seeking to change their gender identity on passports. This decision, announced before the Madras High Court, marks a crucial step in easing the process
Delhi HC to Meta: “Situation worse than a government department”
The Delhi HC called for the response of the tech giant Meta as it had failed to give a proper reply to the plea that was filed by TV today, as the Instagram page of Harper’s Bazaar India, which is owned by TV
PIL by former ED officer against ED on section 66 PMLA rejected by Delhi HC
The Delhi HC refused to entertain a PIL whereby an authoritative interpretation of section 66 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, was sought. As per section 66 PMLA, the enforcement directorate is allowed to share information with other agencies if it
Petition in Karnataka HC, challenging congress’ election manifesto, rejected
The Karnataka High Court has recently observed that the promises which have been mentioned in the election manifesto during the 2023 assembly elections can be termed as a case of wrong policy but the same cannot be termed as a ‘corrupt practice’ as
Delhi High Court Upholds Right to Information: Information Cannot Be Denied Solely on Grounds of Bulkiness
Introduction: In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court emphasized the fundamental right to information and clarified that authorities cannot refuse disclosure solely on the basis of information volume. The case, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade v. Kamal Jit Chibber, involved the denial
Judicial Fortification of India’s Electoral Democracy: A Review of Landmark Case
Introduction: India’s electoral system stands as a testament to the vibrancy and inclusivity of its democracy. Through a series of landmark judgments, the judiciary has played a crucial role in shaping and strengthening the electoral process. This article explores five pivotal cases that
Plea To Tally All VVPAT Slips with the EVM Votes Rejected By The SC
On Friday, the SC rejected the petition whereby directions were sought to give directions to tally the VVPAT slips with the votes that have been cast through the EVMs. The bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta also give their dissent on
At times judgements add to the problem rather than giving the solution: Justice Gautam Patel
It was recently said by Bombay HC judge Justice Gautam Patel, that rather than giving a solution to the problem, sometimes judgments add to the issue. He was speaking while highlighting the role of judgment in the life of a judge. He believed
Supreme Court’s Observations on Unethical Practices in Modern Medicine: A Call for Accountability
Introduction: In a recent hearing, the Supreme Court of India addressed concerns regarding unethical practices within the medical fraternity, particularly focusing on the prescription of expensive and unnecessary medicines. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) found itself under scrutiny as the Court emphasized the
