Delhi High Court suggests petitioner (Retd. Justice SN Dhingra) move Supreme Court on freebies issue, citing pending proceedings; petitioner allowed to withdraw with liberty to refile.
Read Full ArticleSC questions pre-poll freebies, warning they may create a “class of parasites” unwilling to work. Court seeks Centre’s update on urban poverty alleviation.
Delhi HC declines urgent listing of Justice (Retd.) S.N. Dhingra’s PIL against election freebies, stating it will be heard in the normal course.
Justice S.N. Dhingra files PIL in Delhi HC against AAP and other political parties, alleging poll bribery through freebies, violating electoral laws and voter rights.
SC issues notice to EC, Union govt on plea to declare pre-poll freebies as bribery under RPA, citing undue influence and financial burden on public funds.
Supreme Court's notice on plea by Ashwini Upadhyay against pre-election freebies in Rajasthan and MP, seeking to prevent misuse of public funds and establish guidelines.
Delhi Karkardooma Court orders NGO to return pet dogs, flags misuse of authority, and says animal welfare must operate within the rule of law.
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Delhi High Court upheld Press Council of India’s rejection of Editors Guild’s claim, citing delay and non-compliance, and declined to interfere in 15th Press Council constitution.
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Supreme Court enforces Article 21A, mandates statutory rules for RTE Act’s 25% quota, and empowers NCPCR to monitor State compliance.
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Supreme Court rules accused on bail after suspension of sentence need not appear on every hearing date in appellate or revisional courts.
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Madras High Court sets aside money decree granted without pleadings, reiterating that courts cannot grant relief not sought by parties.
19 January, 2026 05:23 PM
Kerala High Court holds that a Hindu wife can claim maintenance from her husband’s immovable property, laying down a three-stage framework of rights.
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