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Court Orders Re-Adjudication After GST Registration Cancellation for Non-Filing of Reply: Delhi High Court
In a recent development, the Delhi High Court, presided over by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ravinder Dudeja, delivered a significant judgment in W.P.(C) 3373/2024 & CM. APPLS. 13870/2024, concerning M/S Jain Cement Udyog, represented by proprietor Sh. Sanjay Jain, against the Central…
Court Stays Single-Judge's Order Mandating Segregation Of 'Chaotic' Common Cause List: Rajasthan High Court
The High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur has recently issued a significant order regarding the listing and management of cases before the court. The order, dated 16/04/2024, pertains to D.B. Spl. Appl. Writ No. 480/2024 and addresses various key aspects of judicial administration. Background of the Case:…
Court quashes criminal case against bank officials who visited couple to foreclose loan: Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling, the Hon’ble Justice Shampa Dutt (Paul) of the High Court at Calcutta, on 19th April 2024, quashed the criminal proceedings against officers of IDFC First Bank Limited (formerly Capital First Limited) in a case registered under Sections 341/447/506/323/354/509/34 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860.…
Court Grants Relief to Hockey Player Varun Kumar in POCSO Case, Victim’s Conduct Not Above Suspicion: Karnataka High Court
The High Court of Karnataka at Bengaluru has issued a significant order in Criminal Petition No. 2020/2024, granting anticipatory bail to Mr. Varun Kumar, the petitioner, in a case involving alleged offences under Sections 376(3) and 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), as well as under Sections 4(2), 5(L), and 6 of…
Wedding reception cannot be considered part of marriage ritual: Bombay High Court
The Background: In a recent ruling by the Bombay High Court, the jurisdiction of the Family Court in Mumbai under the Hindu Marriage Act came under scrutiny. The case involved a dispute between Ms. Shikha Lodha and Mr. Suketu Shah, who were married in 2015 and later separated due to matrimonial issues. The Issue: The…
Cyber Crimes, Investigators Not Well Skilled, Delay In Investigation Can't Be Held Against Them: Punjab & Haryana High Court
Chandigarh, 21st March 2024: The High Court of Punjab and Haryana, in a crucial ruling, denied anticipatory bail to Satpal Chaudhary under Section 438 of the Criminal Procedure Code in a cyber fraud case involving violations under Section 420 (cheating), Section 465 (forgery), Section 467 (forgery of valuable…
Refuses Arbitration After Cheques Encashed Pursuant to 'Full and Final Settlement' Without Protest: Rajasthan High Court
In a recent development under the Arbitration Act, the court's role in conducting a prima facie examination during referral proceedings has been emphasized. This examination is crucial in determining the validity of arbitration agreements and the arbitrability of disputes. Section 34 of the Arbitration Act specifies…
Right To Trade Of Liquor Not Fundamental Right, Court Dismisses Plea Challenging Punjab Excise Policy 2024-25
In the High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh, a significant legal battle unfolded as M/S. Darshan Singh & Company from Moga, represented by Sh. Sanjeev Kumar Saini, challenged the Excise Policy of the State of Punjab for the year 2024-2025. The crux of the matter lies in Clause 2 and Clause 15(2) of the…
Court Quashes House Tax Assessment Order Citing Undue Haste in Notice Period: Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court, in a recent ruling, addressed a writ petition under WRIT TAX No. - 520 of 2024 titled Hotel President Through Its Partner / Proprietor And Another vs. State Of UP And 2 Others. The case involved an ex parte assessment order dated 21.03.2024 that substantially increased the assessment of a…
Court Denies Relief to Man Accused of Religious Vilification Against Lord Shiva: Allahabad High Court
In a recent development, the Supreme Court has dismissed an application filed by Owais Khan under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.), seeking to quash the charge sheet and proceedings against him in a case involving alleged blasphemy. Background of the Case: The case dates back to 04.06.2022, when an…
