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Personal Hearings Not Mandatory for Arbitrator Appointment if Pleadings Are Complete: Bombay High Court
In a recent decision by the Bombay High Court, a significant ruling was delivered concerning the enforcement of arbitration agreements under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The case in question involved Universal Builders and Vascon Engineers Limited. Case Background: The case arose from an…
No Requirement for Prior Request Under Section 21 for Section 11 Arbitration Applications: Calcutta High Court
In a recent judgment delivered by the High Court at Calcutta, Commercial Division, the Court addressed crucial issues surrounding the appointment of an arbitrator under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The case, Kakali Khasnobis vs. Mrs. Reeta Paul and Anr., involved a petition for the appointment of an…
Court Rules Full Disclosure of Material Facts Essential for Invoking Jurisdiction Under Section 147: Bombay High Court
In a significant ruling, the court has quashed a reassessment notice issued under Section 147 of the Income Tax Act, favoring the Petitioner, Ashwini Vallakati. This decision highlights the court's stance on procedural correctness and the necessity of substantive grounds for initiating reassessment. Case Details: 1.…
Court Rules Uddhav Thackeray Did Not Offend Religious Sentiments, Orders ₹2 Lakhs Compensation to Former CM for Publicity-Driven Plea: Bombay High Court
In a recent judgment delivered on 29th August 2024, the High Court of Judicature at Bombay, Bench at Aurangabad, addressed a case involving a petition filed by Mohan Uttamrao Chavan against the State of Maharashtra and another respondent. The petition, registered as Criminal Writ Petition No. 1432 of 2024, was…
Investigates Deployment of Army for Survey on Illegal Sand Mining at Border: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a recent judgment dated August 22, 2024, the Punjab and Haryana High Court, led by Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Judge Anil Khetarpal, has addressed significant concerns regarding illegal sand mining operations. The case involves multiple petitions challenging the regulatory oversight and the actions of various…
Correspondence Indicating Non-Arbitrability of Dispute Due to Negotiable Instruments Act Proceedings Implies Acknowledgment of Arbitration Clause: Delhi High Court
In a recent judgment delivered on August 21, 2024, the Delhi High Court addressed a crucial issue concerning the existence of an arbitration agreement and the arbitrability of disputes under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The case, titled ARB.P. 533/2022, centered on whether the disputes between the…
Court Highlights 7-Year Delay in Cancellation Report, Stresses Impact on Rights of Complainant and Accused: Punjab and Haryana High Court
In a recent judgment, the High Court addressed a petition filed under Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) by Dharam Singh seeking the transfer of investigation in FIR No. 0464 dated 20.09.2016, registered at Police Station Safidon. The FIR involves charges under Sections 306 and 34 IPC (Indian Penal…
No Denial of Opportunity as Arbitrator Permitted Claimants to Submit Additional Affidavit Disclosed in Respondent's Affidavit: Delhi High Court
In a recent decision, the Delhi High Court ruled on an arbitration dispute between DD Auto Pvt. Ltd. and Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd., which involved intricate issues of transposition of parties and the extent of rights available to the claimants. The matter was heard before Justice Manoj Jain, who provided…
Court Rules Trial Courts Must Withhold Victim Statements Until Cognizance Is Taken on Chargesheet: Allahabad High Court
In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court has quashed an FIR registered under Sections 363 and 366 IPC and provided relief to the petitioners, Smt. Ujala and Arvind Kumar, from potential arrest. The judgment underscores the importance of personal liberty and consent in cases involving allegations under these…
No Interim Bail Provision for Accused Under UAPA: Punjab & Haryana High Court
In a significant judgment involving the National Investigation Agency Act, 2008, the High Court of Punjab and Haryana dismissed the appeal of Baljit Singh seeking interim bail. The appellant was charged under stringent provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA). The bench, comprising Hon'ble…
