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The Delhi High Court is one of the principal High Courts of India, established in 1966. It has jurisdiction over the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
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Shriram Finance Cheque Bounce Case: Md. Nasir Convicted Over ₹2 Lakh Cheque: Delhi Court
A Judicial Magistrate First Class court at Dwarka, New Delhi, has convicted Md. Nasir in a cheque dishonour case filed by Shriram Transport Finance Co. Ltd. The judgment was delivered on October 9, 2026, by Ms. Meena Chauhan, Presiding Officer of the NI Act-08 court in the South-West District. The complaint was filed…
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Google’s Gmail Services Do Not Constitute a Public Function, Janta Live’s Plea Dismissed: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has granted interim protection to actor Vijay Sai Deverakonda against the alleged unauthorised use of his name, image, voice and other personality attributes, directing online platforms and government authorities to act against identified infringing content, including AI-generated deepfakes and…
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Vijay Deverakonda’s Personality Rights Protected, Takedown of AI Deepfakes and Unauthorised Merchandise Ordered: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has granted interim protection to actor Vijay Sai Deverakonda against the alleged unauthorised use of his name, image, voice and other personality attributes, directing online platforms and government authorities to act against identified infringing content, including AI-generated deepfakes and…
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Amitabh Bachchan Asked to Appear Personally if Personality Rights Dispute Remains Unsettled: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has given actor Amitabh Bachchan more time to complete a settlement with some defendants in a case concerning the protection of his personality rights. The order was passed by Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav on October 9, 2026, in the case titled Amitabh Bachchan v. Rajat Nagi & Ors. The suit…
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125 Websites Ordered Suspended Over Alleged Misuse of Jio Trademark in Lottery and Gaming Services: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has restrained websites allegedly using Reliance Industries Limited’s registered “JIO” trademark to promote lottery and gaming services. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav passed the interim order on October 7, 2026, in CS(COMM) 1043/2026, filed against Rahul Meena and others. Reliance Industries…
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Interim Halt on Sale of 47 Law Books Refused in Shakti Sagar Copyright Dispute: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has refused to grant an interim injunction to Shakti Sagar, who sought to restrain The Delhi Law House and three individuals from publishing and selling 47 legal titles over which she claimed copyright. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav dismissed her application on October 7, 2026, holding that…
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Cognizance Against Flat Buyers Quashed, Cancellation Report in Mortgage Dispute Upheld: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has partly allowed a petition filed by Deepak Malhotra and Ruchi Malhotra in connection with FIR No. 86/2016 registered at P.S. Inderpuri under Sections 420/34 of the Indian Penal Code. The petitioners had purchased two flats in property No. WZ-276, F/3, Upper Ground Floor, Village Naraina,…
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Banks Cannot Unilaterally Reduce Interest on Fixed Deposits Maintained Pursuant to Court Orders: Delhi High Court
Delhi High Court Upholds Order Requiring NatWest to Pay Higher Interest on Frozen Deposit The Delhi High Court has dismissed an appeal filed by NatWest Markets PLC, holding that the bank was required to pay interest on a frozen deposit at the higher rates applicable before it reduced the rate to 3.5%. The judgment was…
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Wholesale Reproduction of ANI News Videos on YouTube Is Not Fair Dealing, Summary Judgment Granted Against RSY News: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has passed an ex parte decree against RSY News, permanently restraining it from reproducing, uploading, publishing or distributing ANI Media Pvt. Ltd.’s copyrighted videos without authorisation. The court also directed Google LLC to keep the identified infringing videos blocked and unavailable on…
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No Prescribed Time Limit for Duplicate PAN Cancellation; Taxpayer Can Approach CBDT: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has disposed of a Public Interest Litigation seeking a fixed timeframe for deciding applications for cancellation or surrender of duplicate Permanent Account Numbers (PANs). A Division Bench of Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia passed the order on 30 September 2026 in…
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POCSO Case Quashing Denied After Minor Married Accused, Had Child and Sought End to Trial: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a plea by Ankit Kumar Singh seeking to quash FIR No. 106/2024 registered at P.S. Roop Nagar, Delhi, in a case involving allegations under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO). The order was passed by Justice Sanjeev Narula on 01.10.2026 in CRL.M.C.…
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Praises Junior Counsel for Preparedness, Says Seniors Should Give Young Lawyers a Chance to Argue: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a challenge by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) against a tribunal order that restored Girdhari Lal Jakhar’s candidature for the post of Driver (Ordinate). A bench of Justice C. Hari Shankar and Justice Nivedita Anil Sharma passed the judgment on 29.09.2026 in…
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Rejects Defamation Case Against Senior Advocate Vikas Pahwa Over In-Court Statement: Delhi High Court
In a recent judgment pronounced on 21st February 2024, the Delhi High Court, comprising Hon'ble Mr. Justice Rajiv Shakdher and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Amit Bansal, has upheld the principle of absolute privilege in a defamation case, brought forth under Section 499 of the Indian Penal Code. Background of the Case: The…
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"Right to adopt not fundamental right": Delhi High Court upholds bar on adoption of "normal child" if parents already have 2 children
In a significant legal development, Justice Subramonium Prasad delivered a detailed judgment on February 16, 2024, concerning the Adoption Regulations 2022. The case, registered as CONT.CAS(C) 563/2023, addresses crucial aspects of adoption procedures and the retrospective application of certain regulations.…
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Student Sexual Harassment Cases : Delhi High Court on increase in sexual harassment of students by teachers
In a recent judgment, the Delhi High Court has provided clarity on the matter of forced leave and suspension in educational institutions, highlighting the importance of due process and adherence to statutory provisions. Case Background: The case, titled Dr. A. Verma v. XYZ College & Anr., revolves around Dr. A. Verma,…
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Court Rejects Anticipatory Bail for Man Accused of Sexual Abuse Against Wife: Delhi High Court
In a significant legal development, the Delhi High Court, presided over by Hon'ble Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, has dismissed the anticipatory bail application under Section 438 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (Cr.P.C.) in the case of BAIL APPLN. 2833/2023. The judgment, delivered on 05.02.2024, sheds light…
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Court Grants Divorce: Wife's Constant Taunts on Husband's Finances Deemed Grounds for Cruelty: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court, in the case of MAT. APP. (F.C.) 167/2019, pronounced on January 30, 2024, granted divorce under Section 13(1)(ia) and Section 13(1A)(ii) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, highlighting the grave impact of mental cruelty on the petitioner. Case Background: The case involves…
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CBI Obligated to Disclose Information on Corruption and Human Rights Violations: Delhi High Court Upholds RTI Transparency
In a significant ruling on January 30, 2024, the Delhi High Court addressed a case involving the Right to Information (RTI) Act and its applicability to intelligence and security organizations. The case, titled W.P.(C) 2833/2020 & CM APPLs. 9857/2020, 44582/2022 - CBI vs. Sanjeev Chaturvedi, focused on the Central…
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Adultery of parent cannot be sole ground to deny custody of child to him/ her: Delhi High Court
In a significant judgment by the Delhi High Court, Justices Neena Bansal Krishna and Suresh Kumar Kait delivered a groundbreaking decision in a matrimonial dispute under the Family Courts Act, 1984 and Guardians and Wards Act, 1890. The case, numbered MAT.APP.(F.C.) 23/2020 & MAT.APP.(F.C.) 63/2020, has shed light on…
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Quashes POCSO Case, Acknowledges Consensual Relationship Leading to Marriage: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court, under Article 226 of the Constitution of India and Section 482 of the Cr.P.C, has quashed FIR No. 274/2017 under Sections 376/363 IPC and Section 6 of the POCSO Act. The judgment, delivered by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Rajnish Bhatnagar, showcases a nuanced understanding of…
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Husband's plea for paternity test on charges of adultery under Hindu Marriage Act rejected: Delhi High Court
In a recent judgment by the Delhi High Court, the case of MAT.APP.(F.C.) 29/2024 brought to light a husband's appeal against the Family Court's decision to reject his plea for a paternity test. The judgment, pronounced on January 31, 2024, sheds light on the complex interplay between marital discord, allegations of…
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Court refuses parole to convict undergoing life term for Jigisha, Soumya murders: Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court, under Writ Petition (CRL) 2998/2023, pronounced on January 12, 2024, has denied parole to Ravi Kapoor, who is currently serving a life sentence. The judgment, delivered by Hon'ble Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, sheds light on the petitioner's plea seeking parole for four…
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High Court Denies Bail to Investigating Officer in Alleged Marital Dispute-Linked Rape Case
In a recent judgment dated January 12, 2024, the Delhi High Court reserved its decision on a bail application filed under Section 439 read with Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. The case, registered as FIR No. 15/2023 at Police Station North Rohini, Delhi, involves serious charges under Sections…
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Persons with Disabilities Act : Persons With Disabilities Must Be Given Choice To Be Posted At Preferred Place | Delhi High Court
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court, in a case related to the transfer of a government employee with a disability, has set aside the transfer order, emphasizing the rights protected under the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995. Case…
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Shriram Finance Cheque Bounce Case: Md. Nasir Convicted Over ₹2 Lakh Cheque: Delhi Court
A Judicial Magistrate First Class court at Dwarka, New Delhi, has convicted Md. Nasir in a cheque dishonour case filed by Shriram Transport Finance Co. Ltd. The judgment was delivered on October 9, 2026, by Ms. Meena Chauhan, Presiding Officer of the NI Act-08 court in the South-West District. The complaint was filed…
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Google’s Gmail Services Do Not Constitute a Public Function, Janta Live’s Plea Dismissed: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has granted interim protection to actor Vijay Sai Deverakonda against the alleged unauthorised use of his name, image, voice and other personality attributes, directing online platforms and government authorities to act against identified infringing content, including AI-generated deepfakes and…
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Vijay Deverakonda’s Personality Rights Protected, Takedown of AI Deepfakes and Unauthorised Merchandise Ordered: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has granted interim protection to actor Vijay Sai Deverakonda against the alleged unauthorised use of his name, image, voice and other personality attributes, directing online platforms and government authorities to act against identified infringing content, including AI-generated deepfakes and…
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Amitabh Bachchan Asked to Appear Personally if Personality Rights Dispute Remains Unsettled: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has given actor Amitabh Bachchan more time to complete a settlement with some defendants in a case concerning the protection of his personality rights. The order was passed by Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav on October 9, 2026, in the case titled Amitabh Bachchan v. Rajat Nagi & Ors. The suit…
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125 Websites Ordered Suspended Over Alleged Misuse of Jio Trademark in Lottery and Gaming Services: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has restrained websites allegedly using Reliance Industries Limited’s registered “JIO” trademark to promote lottery and gaming services. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav passed the interim order on October 7, 2026, in CS(COMM) 1043/2026, filed against Rahul Meena and others. Reliance Industries…
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Interim Halt on Sale of 47 Law Books Refused in Shakti Sagar Copyright Dispute: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has refused to grant an interim injunction to Shakti Sagar, who sought to restrain The Delhi Law House and three individuals from publishing and selling 47 legal titles over which she claimed copyright. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav dismissed her application on October 7, 2026, holding that…
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Cognizance Against Flat Buyers Quashed, Cancellation Report in Mortgage Dispute Upheld: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has partly allowed a petition filed by Deepak Malhotra and Ruchi Malhotra in connection with FIR No. 86/2016 registered at P.S. Inderpuri under Sections 420/34 of the Indian Penal Code. The petitioners had purchased two flats in property No. WZ-276, F/3, Upper Ground Floor, Village Naraina,…
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No Prescribed Time Limit for Duplicate PAN Cancellation; Taxpayer Can Approach CBDT: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has disposed of a Public Interest Litigation seeking a fixed timeframe for deciding applications for cancellation or surrender of duplicate Permanent Account Numbers (PANs). A Division Bench of Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia passed the order on 30 September 2026 in…
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POCSO Case Quashing Denied After Minor Married Accused, Had Child and Sought End to Trial: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a plea by Ankit Kumar Singh seeking to quash FIR No. 106/2024 registered at P.S. Roop Nagar, Delhi, in a case involving allegations under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO). The order was passed by Justice Sanjeev Narula on 01.10.2026 in CRL.M.C.…
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Praises Junior Counsel for Preparedness, Says Seniors Should Give Young Lawyers a Chance to Argue: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a challenge by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) against a tribunal order that restored Girdhari Lal Jakhar’s candidature for the post of Driver (Ordinate). A bench of Justice C. Hari Shankar and Justice Nivedita Anil Sharma passed the judgment on 29.09.2026 in…
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Valid Visa Does Not Confer an Unconditional Right to Enter India: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Annagurbanova Yazbibi Hummetgulyyevna, a citizen of Turkmenistan, challenging the refusal to allow her entry into India. The judgment was delivered on September 30, 2026, by Justice Amit Mahajan in W.P.(C) 5740/2026. The petitioner arrived at Terminal 3 of Indira…
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Sympathy Cannot Override JEE Advanced Eligibility Rules, Delhi HC Rejects IIT Delhi Admission Plea Based on JEE Main 2025: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a plea by Ms. Ashi Agarwal seeking relief against the rejection of her candidature for JEE (Advanced) 2026 and admission to an IIT. The judgment was delivered by Justice Jasmeet Singh on October 1, 2026, in W.P.(C) 7955/2026. Agarwal, who completed Class XII from Army Public School,…
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About the Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court is one of the principal High Courts of India, established in 1966. It has jurisdiction over the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
Seat
New Delhi
State / UT
Delhi
Region
North India
