Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court declined a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a review of Parliament security. The court stated that Parliament's safety and security mechanisms are within the domain of the executive and legislature, and it will not issue directions on administrative or operational affairs.

The Delhi High Court has given four weeks to Kejriwal and other AAP leaders to respond to a criminal contempt case.

The Delhi High Court has ordered the removal of AI-generated deepfakes and fake merchandise misusing cricketer Yuvraj Singh's identity. The court's action follows a plea alleging that social media accounts circulated fabricated images and videos of the cricketer.

The Supreme Court has stayed a Delhi High Court order that declared the National Stock Exchange of India (NSEI) a 'public authority' under the RTI Act. The High Court had ruled that entities owned, controlled, or substantially financed by the government qualify as public authorities.

The Delhi High Court has granted Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi three weeks to respond to a plea by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the National Herald case. The ED, represented by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, argued that the trial court made significant errors and that the respondents had not filed a reply despite being given time previously.

A plea against internet shutdowns near Jantar Mantar in Delhi, filed by the Software Freedom Law Centre, was withdrawn from the Delhi High Court. The petition sought to quash orders issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on July 17, 20, 22, and 23 to disable mobile internet services in parts of central Delhi.

A plea in the Delhi High Court challenges an internet shutdown near the Jantar Mantar protest site, arguing the suspension orders are unconstitutional and arbitrary. The court is hearing the case to address the legality of the shutdown.

The Delhi High Court heard multiple PILs regarding Jantar Mantar protests and rejected a plea for an NIA investigation into a July 20 protest organized by the Cockroach Janta Party, stating the Central government should decide the matter. The court also deferred a challenge to claims of videography and surveillance of demonstrators.

The Delhi High Court refused to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe into alleged vandalism during the CJP’s 'Chalo Sansad' march. The court noted that authorities had been informed of the incidents and would take legal action as required.

The Delhi High Court has designated a fast-track court to expedite trials under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement on July 23, 2026. The initiative addresses protests over alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG exam.

Delhi High Court has designated a fast-track court to handle criminal cases arising from exam paper leaks and the use of unfair means in public examinations. Judge Anu Grover Baliga has been appointed as the Special Judge for this designated court.

Saket Gokhale of TMC filed a complaint against a Delhi police officer for allegedly assaulting a woman protester on July 20. The complaint was filed after the Delhi High Court was informed during a hearing that no FIR had been requested for similar incidents.

Delhi High Court has directed the Centre and police to respond to allegations of 'excessive' force used during a July 20 protest march for the Chief Justice of India. The court ordered preservation of records, including CCTV footage and videography, related to the police action.

The Delhi High Court permitted Sonam Wangchuk to move to a private hospital after his wife, Gitanjali Angmo, challenged a prior court order refusing the transfer. The decision overturns a Single Judge's refusal to allow the hospital change.

The Delhi High Court refused to list a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) on a violent police crackdown during a CJP protest for urgent hearing, stating the matter would be addressed the following day.

The Supreme Court of India declined to intervene in the Delhi High Court's decision to cancel tenders for outsourcing Consular, Passport, and Visa services at Indian missions in Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Singapore, and Canberra. The High Court had previously quashed the tenders related to these services.

Delhi High Court agrees to hear Gitanjali's plea to shift Sonam Wangchuk to a hospital of choice during his hunger strike. A Bench of Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia has scheduled the case for July 20, 2026, at 2:30 p.m.

Pleas have been filed in the Delhi High Court challenging the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and others. They were detained during a march demanding sixth schedule status for Ladakh.

Delhi High Court refused interim relief on a hospital transfer case. Gitanjali Angmo stated the PIL was 'wrongly interpreted' and mentioned filing another petition on July 20.

Gitanjali J. Angmo, wife of Sonam Wangchuk, has petitioned the Delhi High Court to transfer him from Safdarjung Government Hospital. She cited losing faith in the hospital's care as the reason for the request.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk was forcibly hospitalized by Delhi police after a 20-day hunger strike protesting India’s examination system and demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The Delhi High Court ordered medical monitoring of Wangchuk, citing health concerns, as protests by students and the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continued at Jantar Mantar.

Sonam Wangchuk has been moved to a hospital following Delhi High Court orders and medical advice due to his worsening health. Delhi Police is detaining Dipke, founder of CJP.

The Delhi High Court emphasized the importance of freedom of press and accountability on July 16 while granting bail to two individuals accused of assaulting two freelance reporters working for a YouTube channel.

Delhi High Court has directed police to respond to Sharjeel Imam's bail plea in a UAPA case. A bench comprising Justices Prathiba M Singh and Vikas Mahajan issued notice on Imam's appeal against the trial court's rejection of his second bail application and scheduled the next hearing for August 27.

The Delhi High Court is set to hear a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the police's use of blanket photography, videography, and a surveillance tower during protests by the Cockroach Janta Party. The PIL alleges these surveillance measures are unconstitutional.

Wangchuk has lost over 9 kg during a hunger strike, with his body consuming muscle and potentially organs, prompting the Delhi High Court to order regular health monitoring. The government assured the court of necessary medical intervention.

The Supreme Court has stated that the state must preserve the life of a person on an indefinite fast without infringing on the right to dissent. Activist Sonam Wanghuk has been fasting for 19 days at Jantar Mantar, with the Union government remaining silent, while the Delhi High Court emphasized the preciousness of life on July 16.

An Indian court ordered authorities to monitor the health of activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is on a 19-day hunger strike demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks. The court instructed intervention if his condition worsens, following a petition to prevent further deterioration. The protest is linked to the Cockroach Janta Party's demand for exam reforms and Pradhan's resignation.

Delhi High Court has mandated daily medical monitoring of Sonam Wangchuk during his indefinite hunger strike. The petition claims the government's inaction could constitute 'abetment of suicide' under Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.

The Delhi High Court canceled bail for a female teacher and the caretaker of Janakpuri school in a rape case. The caretaker was ordered to surrender by July 1 after his bail was revoked on June 29.

Delhi High Court has directed the Centre and Delhi government to respond by tomorrow to a plea concerning Wangchuk’s deteriorating health, citing the urgent nature of the issue.

Mini Ratna WAPCOS is referred to as a 'sinking ship' by a counsel in the Delhi High Court. The statement was made during legal proceedings involving the organization.

India Kanoon has challenged a Delhi High Court ruling that recognized the 'right to be forgotten,' arguing it undermines open justice. The appeal contests the removal of personal information from search engine results and legal databases when deemed irrelevant or lacking public purpose.

Delhi High Court agreed to hear the Indian Polo Association's plea regarding eviction from Jaipur Polo Ground on August 12 but deferred the hearing upon the lawyers' request. Justice Shankar stated his willingness to proceed on Tuesday.

The Delhi High Court directed social media platforms to address Sunil Gavaskar’s plea regarding personality rights under the Information and Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, requiring them to take action within seven days.

The Supreme Court dismissed an IPS officer's plea regarding a postpartum training policy, stating her case in the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) would proceed without being affected by a prior Delhi High Court order.

Google has moved to the Delhi High Court to appeal a decision requiring it to pay ₹30 lakh in damages over the use of its AdWords trademark. The court has scheduled a hearing for July 24.

The Delhi High Court upheld actor Rajpal Yadav's conviction for cheque-bounce cases and sentenced him to three months in jail. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma ordered him to pay over ₹1 crore to the complainant in each of seven complaints.

Ex-forest officials and conservationists have petitioned the Delhi High Court, challenging the functioning of India's National Board for Wildlife and its Standing Committee. They allege the board has become a 'clearing house' for diverting protected areas to non-conservation projects like roads, mining, and industry.

Delhi High Court ordered surprise audits of hospitals after a patient was turned away despite ICU beds being marked available. The court noted inconsistencies in the NextGen e-Hospital Management Information System, where a patient was not assigned a Unique Health Identification (UHID) at Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital but received one at LNJP Hospital.