Photographs and Videography of seized property can be used as evidence vide Delhi BNSS (Identification of Case Property) Rules, 2025
These rules promote transparency in handling of case properties by maintaining detailed records.
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‘Disdainful disregard’ by the Government of its constitutional obligation; Delhi High Court slams Delhi Govt for delaying 14 CAG Reports
The Court observed that there has been an inordinate delay on the part of the Government of NCT of Delhi in taking requisite steps for laying the CAG Reports before the Legislative Assembly.
Supreme Court proposes appointment of agency to enhance green cover in Delhi
In June, Supreme Court had directed the secretary to convene a meeting to discuss comprehensive measures for enhancing the green cover of the national capital territory of Delhi
Supreme Court criticizes Commission for Air Quality Management for not taking sufficient measures to reduce pollution in Delhi and neighbouring regions
Stubble burning is the practice where farmers ignite straw stubble left in the fields after harvesting grains such as wheat and paddy. This method is used to ready the land for the next crop cycle. While it is the most convenient and cost-effective way to clear fields, it significantly deteriorates air quality.
[Delhi Water Crisis] Supreme Court asks Delhi Govt. to file affidavit for the measures taken to prevent water loss
In the earlier order, the Supreme Court deferred the hearing after noting that the defects in the Delhi Government’s petition copy have not been removed.
[Delhi Water Crisis] Supreme Court adjourns hearing as defects in Delhi Govt. petition have not been cured
In the earlier order, Supreme Court has directed Himachal Pradesh Govt. to release 137 cusecs of water to Delhi and also directed Haryana to facilitate the flow of water from Hathnikund to Wazirabad, so it reaches Delhi without obstruction, and the residents get drinking water.
Supreme Court issues notice to Lieutenant Governor regarding “Farishte Dilli Ke” scheme funds
The Delhi Government under the ‘Farishtey Dilli Ke’ scheme encourages individuals to assist road accidents victims, by giving them incentives. Further, the government covers the hospital bills of individuals who have met with accidents in Delhi
Delhi Government notifies Scheme for Premium Buses
On 20-11-2023, the Delhi Government notified the Delhi Motor Vehicles Licensing of Aggregator (Premium Buses) Scheme, 2023 applicable to all premium buses
Know Thy Chief Justice | Throwback at a Roller-Coaster First Year of Justice Dr D.Y. Chandrachud
Great expectations followed Justice Dr DY Chandrachud when he was elevated to the post of Chief Justice of India. As 1 year has gone by in Justice Dr Chandrachud’s 2-year tenure, one thing is clear that interesting times are afoot indeed!
[Delhi Air pollution] Supreme Court directs Punjab, Rajasthan, UP & Haryana Governments to stop stubble burning
“Residents of Delhi are grappling with health problems year after year because we cannot find a solution to the issue. It requires immediate attention and Court monitoring, irrespective of whether the matter improves or not”
Delhi High Court issues directions to provide infrastructure to ensure persons with disabilities can participate in proceedings
“No citizen in this country should feel that due to his physical or mental disability, justice is not done to him either due to lack of material infrastructure or moral, ethical, sensitive and understanding by the judicial system.”
Supreme Court refers Delhi Government plea challenging Union’s NCTD Ordinance to Constitution Bench
The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Ordinance, 2023 was promulgated just eight days after the Constitution Bench had decided on the issue of administrative control over transfers and postings of civil servants in the NCTD.
Supreme Court rebukes Delhi Government for denying allocation of funds towards Delhi -Meerut RRTS Project; Seeks last 3 years’ Ad expenditure details
The funds are needed for the construction of a Regional Rapid Transit System that will connect the national capital with Rajasthan and Haryana.
[Bike Taxi Ban] Supreme Court reinstates ban on Uber bike, Rapido in Delhi
The Delhi Government had come up with a ban on 2-wheeler taxis in the National Capital, which was stayed by the Delhi High Court. In a recent development, the Supreme Court reversed the High Court’s order and brought the stay on bike taxis back.
Explained| Supreme Court judgment settling tussle between Delhi Govt and Centre
In the spirit of cooperative federalism, the Union must exercise its powers within the boundaries created by the Constitution. NCTD, having a sui generis federal model, must be allowed to function in the domain charted for it by the Constitution. The Union and NCTD share a unique federal relationship. It does not mean that NCTD is subsumed in the unit of the Union merely because it is not a “State”.
[Delhi Govt. vs LG] Delhi Government has administrative control over transfers and postings of civil servants in NCTD: Supreme Court
Supreme Court said that NCTD like other states also represents the representative form of government, the involvement of Union of India in the administration of NCTD is limited by Constitution provisions and any further expansion will be contrary to the constitutional scheme of governance.
Delhi High Court holds Officials guilty of Contempt of Court for wilful disobedience of Court’s order directing to enhance staff’s minimum wage
The Delhi High Court held that the Special Commissioner Transport; the Chief Secretary; and the Secretary Labour of the Delhi Government were guilty of Contempt of Court for wilful disobedience of High Court’s order, directing them to enhance staff’s minimum wage.
Supreme Court issues notice to Delhi Government and Police over Anurag Thakur and Parvesh Verma hate speeches during anti CAA protests
Supreme Court: In a petition filed seeking registration of a criminal case against BJP leaders Anurag Thakur and Parvesh Verma for their
2022 Yearly Wrap Up | Anamnesis of Rulings and Judgments Rendered by Tribunals, Regulatory Bodies and Commissions
While we brace ourselves for 2023, we switch on our anamnesis mode and note down the significant decisions covered in the entire year of 2022 by Tribunals, Regulatory Bodies and Commissions
Delhi High Court directs Delhi Government to reimburse Rs. 16 lakhs to a judicial officer as reimbursement for treatment of Covid-19
Delhi High Court: In a writ petition filed by an Additional District Judge for reimbursement of his treatment charges during