CIC holds that RTI applications seeking justification for administrative decisions fall outside Section 2(f) definition of 'information', reinforcing that RTI cannot be used for grievance redressal.
The Central Information Commission mandates resumption of proactive disclosure of Prasar Bharati Board minutes, reinforcing transparency under RTI Act 2005.
CIC holds that queries seeking justification for administrative decisions-such as why an advisory was issued or withdrawn-are not 'information' under Section 2(f) of RTI Act, 2005.
The Central Information Commission holds that public authorities must conduct a diligent search for RTI-requested records and file an affidavit if records are untraceable, reinforcing transparency obligations under the RTI Act.
Central Information Commission holds that non-response to RTI applications constitutes gross violation of RTI Act, 2005, warranting penalty proceedings against CPIO.
CIC holds that tender details including bidder names, contract amounts, and payments must be proactively disclosed under Section 4 of RTI Act to ensure transparency and reduce reliance on RTI applications.
The Central Information Commission holds that public authorities cannot invoke RTI Act exemptions for the first time during appeal; initial reply must state grounds for denial.
Bombay High Court holds that cooperative banks are not public authorities under RTI Act, clarifying scope of disclosure obligations and limiting access to internal governance records.
CIC holds that when applicants challenge the completeness of RTI responses, public authorities must facilitate physical inspection of records to ensure transparency and accountability.
CIC holds that marks obtained in public recruitment processes are not exempt personal information under Section 8(1)(j) RTI Act; disclosure essential for transparency and accountability.