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Courts cannot compel banks to accept One Time Settlement
In conclusion, the court upheld the bank's decision to reject the OTS proposal, affirming that the powers of judicial review under Article 226 cannot be exercised to compel banks against their commercial discretion. The petition was dismissed, allowing the bank to proceed with recovery actions under the SARFAESI Act and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
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Municipality's high-handed actions in destroying perishable goods without sanitary certification held illegal.
This ruling reinforces the protective measures for street ve...
Bank account frozen without granting an opportunity of hearing is deemed illegal
Advocate Raghav Shrivastava, representing the State, acknowl...
Sexual Harassment at Workplace : Complaints Committee : Presiding Officer can be junior to the officer against whom allegations are made.
This ruling underscores the judiciary's commitment to uphold...
Failure to file affairs of Company under section 454 : Prosecution must prove that it was wilful
The decision has significant implications for how compliance...
Recovery suit of Bank dismised due to fault of Bank Official : Restored in interest of public exchequer
This judgment underscores the judiciary's commitment to prot...
Supreme Court
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Pendency of 8,82,578 execution petitions is alarming - Directions issued
The Supreme Court's intervention reflects its commitment to ensuring that justice is not only served but also timely executed, maintaining the integri...
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Transgenders - Discrimination by private establishments violate fundamental rights
This ruling marks a pivotal moment in the protection of tran...
Grounds of arrest at the time of apprehension must be in writing : No verbal explanations
The Supreme Court's decision allows for the possibility of s...
Supreme Court Initiates Pan-India Probe into Digital Arrest Scam
The judgment highlights the urgent need for stern action on ...
Supreme Court Quashes Multiple FIRs Under U.P. Conversion Act, Emphasizes Protection of Religious Freedom and Due Process
The Court expressed appreciation for the extensive submissio...
High Courts
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Courts cannot compel banks to accept One Time Settlement
In conclusion, the court upheld the bank's decision to reject the OTS proposal, affirming that the powers of judicial review under Article 226 cannot ...
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Municipality's high-handed actions in destroying perishable goods without sanitary certification held illegal.
This ruling reinforces the protective measures for street ve...
Bank account frozen without granting an opportunity of hearing is deemed illegal
Advocate Raghav Shrivastava, representing the State, acknowl...
Sexual Harassment at Workplace : Complaints Committee : Presiding Officer can be junior to the officer against whom allegations are made.
This ruling underscores the judiciary's commitment to uphold...
Failure to file affairs of Company under section 454 : Prosecution must prove that it was wilful
The decision has significant implications for how compliance...
Articles
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Interplay Of Amended/Repealed Provisions Of The Motor Vehicles Act In Context Of Stare Decisis/Repeal/Prohibition
To conclude, it would be fitting to re-call what Justice Frankfurter said in US v. International Boxing Club, "The Doctrine of precedent is not an 'im...
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FIR - A Saving Grace For Limitation Under The Motor Vehicles Amendment Act, 2019?
Therefore, an FIR filed in respect of an accident cannot be ...
High Court And District Family Courts Giving Burial To Sacraments/Sanskara Of Marriage Institution In Hindus
It is, therefore, hoped that the High Courts and the Distr...
The Narcotic Drugs And Psychotropic Substances Act (Current Situation And Suggestion)
• The last 27 years have seen rapid growth in the combat aga...
Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022: Piercing Into The Fundamental Right Against Self-incrimination Enshrined Under Article 20(3) Constitution Of India
Such excessive and uncontrolled powers may lead to discrimin...
Enviromental Laws
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Futala Lake, Nagpur does not qualify as a "wetland" : its man-made.
In conclusion, the Supreme Court dismissed the appeal, affirming the High Court's directions to protect Futala Lake's ecological integrity while allow...
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National Green Tribunal Orders Demolition of Unauthorized Coastal Structures in Goa
The Tribunal's judgment serves as a critical reminder of the...
Consumer Law
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Health Insurance : Insurer cannot deny claims based on ambiguous or trivial grounds
The judgment underscored the importance of insurers fulfilling their duty to disclose all material aspects of coverage clearly to policyholders. The c...
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Persistent defects in a vehicle during the warranty period - Compensation enhanced for repeated visits to workshops.
This ruling underscores the accountability of manufacturers ...
Brother Has Right to File Consumer Complaint for Deceased Sibling
The judgment has been hailed as a victory for consumer right...
Medical Negligence - Expert medical opinion must before issuing process in cases involving of medical negligence
This ruling underscores the judiciary's cautious approach in...
Taxation Law
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Disclosure of GST returns is prohibited : GST Act overrides RTI Act
The judgment referenced the Supreme Court's decision in "Central Public Information Officer, Supreme Court of India v. Subhash Chandra Agarwal," reite...
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Customs official cannot arbitrarily disregard statutory orders of customs clearance
The judgment emphasized the rule of law, asserting that stat...
Transfer Pricing - Adjustment for Advertisement, Marketing, and Promotion expenses cannot be made using the "Bright Line Test"
This judgment is significant for multinational corporations ...
Notices under Sections 148A and 148 of Income Tax Act : Authorities to follow faceless proceedings : Notices quashed
The ruling underscores the judiciary's role in maintaining p...
Excel sheet containing parallel invoices in email are admissible in evidence
Ultimately, the tribunal concluded that the penalties were p...