In re: Central Information Commission

Timeline

1. 2 Nov 2026Judgment

   Delhi HC sets aside CIC order on disclosure of info on judgments by ex-judge

   New Delhi, Nov 2 (PTI) The Delhi High Court has set aside a Central Information Commission (CIC) order directing disclosure of information on cases in which judgments were reserved but not pronounced within two months by its former judge, Justice A K Sikri.

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   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Delhi High Court canceled an order requiring the release of details about delayed court decisions.

   Who:

   The Delhi High Court is the court, the Central Information Commission is the agency, and Justice A K Sikri is the former judge.

   When:

   Reported on 2 Nov 2026.

   Where:

   New Delhi, Delhi High Court.

   Why:

   The court set aside the order that directed disclosure of information on cases where judgments were delayed.

   What it means:

   Information regarding the specific judgments by the former judge will not be disclosed as originally ordered.

2. 2 Nov 2026Judgment

   Delhi High Court quashes CIC order seeking delayed judgment data

   The Delhi High Court set aside a CIC direction to disclose delayed-judgment details concerning Justice A K Sikri. The ruling affirms that public authorities need not create or compile records unavailable under the RTI Act.

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   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Delhi High Court canceled an order requiring the release of information about delayed court rulings.

   Who:

   The Delhi High Court is the court, the Central Information Commission is the agency, and Justice A K Sikri is the judge mentioned.

   When:

   Reported on 2 Nov 2026.

   Where:

   Delhi High Court, Delhi.

   Why:

   The court ruled that public offices are not required to compile records that do not already exist.

   What it means:

   Public agencies do not have to create new documents to satisfy requests under the Right to Information Act.