Delhi HC

Patriot Bureau -March 7, 2024

Ration card is for distribution of food, essentials not address proof: Delhi HC

Ration card is for distribution of food, essentials not address proof: Delhi HC

The court highlighted the absence of a mechanism to verify the address provided on ration cards, emphasising that they are intended solely for accessing subsidised food items, not for identification purposes

Patriot Bureau -February 24, 2024

Delhi HC declines permission for ‘jagran’ in Kalkaji mandir without ‘proper authorisation’

Delhi HC declines permission for ‘jagran’ in Kalkaji mandir without ‘proper authorisation’

The court emphasised that the Kalkaji Mandir is for the use of the public, and no individual or entity can exercise exclusive control over any part of it. Therefore, any event must have the administrator's approval

Patriot Bureau -February 12, 2024

Zomato summoned by Delhi Court for misrepresenting food delivery from ‘iconic’ eateries

Zomato summoned by Delhi Court for misrepresenting food delivery from ‘iconic’ eateries

The court acted on a petition filed by a resident of Gurugram, alleging that Zomato was engaging in "false and fraudulent" practices by delivering fresh food from renowned restaurants under its sub-category, 'Dilli ke Legends'

Patriot Bureau -February 10, 2024

Lawyers should develop sense of humour, detach from situations: Delhi HC judge

Lawyers should develop sense of humour, detach from situations: Delhi HC judge

Former high court judge Justice Poonam A Bamba, also present at the event, advised lawyers to "detach" when necessary. Dr Achal Bhagat, a senior consultant and psychiatrist at Apollo Hospitals, joined as a speaker.

Patriot Bureau -December 25, 2023

Delhi HC overturns order on TRAI’s RTI disclosure: Upholds exemption for national security in phone tapping cases

Delhi HC overturns order on TRAI’s RTI disclosure: Upholds exemption for national security in phone tapping cases

The bench emphasised that orders related to phone interception, tapping, or tracking are issued by the government when authorized officers deem it necessary for the country's well-being

Patriot Bureau -October 6, 2023

‘Pay Rs 50K compensation to man illegally detained for half an hour’: Delhi HC tells police

‘Pay Rs 50K compensation to man illegally detained for half an hour’: Delhi HC tells police

In an effort to convey a "meaningful message," Justice Subramonium Prasad directed that the compensation should be deducted from the salaries of the responsible police officials

Patriot Bureau -October 6, 2023

Newsclick row: Delhi HC to hear plea against arrest of Prabir Purkayastha, Amit Chakravarty

Newsclick row: Delhi HC to hear plea against arrest of Prabir Purkayastha, Amit Chakravarty

Petitions filed by the arrested individuals challenge not only the legality of their arrest but also contest the subsequent 7-day police remand and the FIR filed by the Delhi Police

Patriot Bureau -September 25, 2023

Can’t meddle with employment agreement between pilots, Akasa Air, DGCA tells Delhi HC

Can’t meddle with employment agreement between pilots, Akasa Air, DGCA tells Delhi HC

The DGCA emphasized that it would be in the best interest of both parties if Akasa Air adhered to the aviation regulator's directive to maintain a limited flight schedule when it lacks a sufficient number of pilots to operate its flights