Tag: Public Interest Litigation (PIL)

Allahabad High Court Dismisses PIL Questioning Rahul Gandhi’s Citizenship Status

The PIL was filed by S Vignesh Shishir, a BJP worker from Karnataka, who claimed that Gandhi was both an Indian and British citizen.

May 5, 2025

Murshidabad Violence: BJP’s Priyanka Tibrewal to File PIL in Calcutta HC, Accuses Mamata Govt of Siding with Extremists

Tibrewal, who had earlier filed a petition concerning the Sandeshkhali violence, stated that she would also include Murshidabad in her PIL and demand justice and compensation for the victims.

April 15, 2025

Disha Salian Death Case: Lawyer Alleges Cover-Up, Names Aaditya Thackeray as Accused

Ojha demanded strict action against police officials and SIT members for failing to register an FIR, citing Supreme Court guidelines on rape and murder cases.

March 20, 2025

Sushant Singh Rajput’s Father Backs PIL by Disha Salian’s Father, Seeks Clarity on Both Deaths

When asked if he believed there was a link between the deaths of his son and Disha Salian, Singh refrained from speculating.

March 20, 2025

PM Modi Criticizes Opposition Silence on Colonial-Era Laws, Highlights Government Reforms

The Prime Minister pointed out that the law, known as the Dramatic Performances Act, was introduced by the British 150 years ago and remained in place for 75 years after India's independence.

March 1, 2025

Hathras stampede: UP Cabinet approves judicial report, expected to be presented during the ongoing budget session

The tragic incident occurred on July 2, 2024, during a 'Satsang' event organized by self-styled godman Bhole Baba, also known as Suraj Pal, in Hathras' Fulari village.

February 21, 2025

SC declines to entertain PIL challenging cancellation of UGC-NET exam

On June 19, the Centre ordered the cancellation of the UGC-NET exam and handed over the matter to the CBI for an investigation.

July 29, 2024

Delhi HC imposes fine on petitioner seeking permission, facilities for CM Kejriwal to govern from jail

The bench said that it can neither impose censorship by directing the media not to air views nor stop political opponents from making statements calling for Kejriwal's resignation.

May 8, 2024

Delhi HC dismisses PIL against ED over interpretation of PMLA’s Section 66

During the proceedings, ED's counsel, Zoheb Hossain, argued that the PIL was more about serving private interests rather than public welfare.

April 29, 2024

Delhi excise policy case: Court transfers petition seeking removal of Kejriwal as Chief Minister

Recently, the Delhi High Court refused to entertain two Public Interest Litigations (PIL) seeking directions to remove Kejriwal from the post of Chief Minister.

April 8, 2024