New Delhi, May 28 -- The Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed authorities to strictly scrutinise online applications for no-entry permits, verifying attached documents before granting approval.

The move aims to prevent the misuse of permits, which has been exploited by transporters to bypass restrictions and contribute to traffic congestion. These permits enable transport vehicles carrying essential goods to operate during restricted hours in the capital.

A division bench of Chief Justice DK Upadhyaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela issued the directive while disposing of a PIL filed by Nishant Gulati, represented by Advocate Aditya Kadian.

The plea highlighted the prevalence of a transport mafia in Delhi. It accused authorities of fai...