Data and statements released on June 1, 2026 showed that the Delhi High Court limited name-based publication of old case records. The Delhi High Court recognised a ‘right to be forgotten’ in rulings delivered June 1, 2026.
Subsequent updates explained that search engines may not perpetually display name-based results for private cases ending in acquittal, discharge, quashing or settlement.
Separately, the court directed authorities and legal databases to de-index specified judgments, orders and news stories for petitioners.
In addition, google and similar platforms must disable name-based search for the cited records under the order.
The same reports noted that petitioners included individuals acquitted or whose cases ended in settlements years earlier.
Authorities also said the court balanced privacy rights against public interest in open judicial information.
Agencies indicated more information would follow after scheduled meetings.
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