Arunima, Author at SCC Times

Delhi HC dismisses BSNL’s appeal; Upholds ₹43.52 cr. arbitration award in favour of Vihaan Networks for pre-contractual work on 2G Network in Northeast

The genesis of the dispute lay in the Notice Inviting Tender by BSNL, acting on behalf of the Universal Services Obligation Fund, for the establishment and maintenance of 2G GSM BSS Network in remote and insurgency-affected areas of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam.

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Delhi High Court refuses injunction against YouTuber in Doctor’s Choice Protein Review Case, Upholds influencer’s free speech backed by lab reports

Influencer marketing has emerged as a pivotal force in India’s digital landscape reshaping how consumers connect with brands across sectors, from fashion and beauty to food, technology and finance.

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[POCSO] Alcohol-Fueled attempt to grope breasts not attempted rape: Calcutta High Court

“The evidence of the victim girl and the medical examination report prima facie do not indicate that there was any penetration or rape committed by the petitioner on the victim girl nor that he attempted to penetrate.”

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Sister-in-law taunting for not conceiving not a ground for S. 498A IPC & Section 3 and 4 of Dowry Prohibition Act charges to sustain: Andhra Pradesh High Court

The only reference to petitioners 3 and 4 is that, during visits to the accused No. 1 and third respondent’s home, they taunted her for not being able to conceive. Such vague allegations, without specific dates or details, cannot withstand legal scrutiny.

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Gullible individuals facing rough weathers in life fall prey to inducements in the name of religious preachers; Delhi High Court denies anticipatory bail

Despite a settled legal proposition that the courts dealing with bail applications are not forum for recovery of money, indulgence was repeatedly extended to the accused/applicant, apparently keeping in mind the pitiable condition of the victims of the cheating.

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Calcutta High Court allows Suvendu Adhikari’s visit to violence-affected Murshidabad areas; Directs prior intimation and police coordination

The Court permitted the petitioners to visit Dhuliyan, Suti, and Samsherganj, subject to a condition of giving at least 24 hours’ prior intimation to the jurisdictional Superintendents of Police.

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‘Lady Constable seen smacking on her head’; Calcutta High Court directs SIT probe into alleged custodial torture of student protester by West Bengal police

In the report prepared by the Inspector General of Police it is reflected that the Lady constable was smacking on the head of the petitioner and pushing her. Further the petitioner was found to be out of coverage for 3 hours 52 minutes.

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Delhi High Court directs Consortium of NLUs to revise CLAT 2025 result list after law aspirants challenge answer key changes

Aggrieved by the final answer key of for Common Law Admission Test (CLAT-2025), the present writ petitions were filed impugning the judgment dated 20-12-2024 rendered by Single Judge.

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Delhi High Court directs renewal of ‘Le Meridien Hotel’ licenses without Health Trade License amid ongoing legal stay

The petitioners raise a grievance as regards the respondent’s insistence on the production of a valid Health Trade Licence from the NDMC as a pre-condition for renewing the petitioner no.1’s Eating House License and Lodging License and the Excise License.

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Calcutta High Court appoints sole arbitrator to resolve a dispute over unpaid bills following revised menu directions by IRCTC

The Government of India, Ministry of Railways, by a notification permitted the IRCTC to have a flexibility and customize the menu by including regional cuisines/preferences, seasonal delicacies, festival food, baby food, diabetic food, health food options.

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Incidents of harassment felt by the patients in settling their Final Bills is not an untold story; Delhi High Court dismisses petition on criminal charges against Max Hospital

The mental trauma faced by patients and their families due to delays in insurance approvals is widely recognized. While this frustration may justify claims for compensation for mental harassment, it does not constitute a criminal offense.

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Delhi High Court issues urgent directions for rape victims seeking abortion beyond 24 weeks after hospital delays care to 15-year-old

The present case has once again brought to light, the distressing reality that victims of sexual assault, particularly those who are minors and come from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds, often remain unaware of the appropriate legal forum to approach, or the procedure to be followed, in cases involving termination of pregnancy resulting from sexual assault.

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Calcutta High Court grants bail in ₹37.29 cr GST ITC fraud case involving arrest without adjudication

The Memo of Arrest Served on the petitioner records that the arrest is based on the alleged wrongful availment of Input Tax Credit (ITC) amounting to ₹37.29 crores purportedly based on invoices raised without actual supply of goods

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Delhi High Court stays BCI’s ban on advocate’s legal practice pending challenge to professional misconduct order

The grievance in the petition was that the Bar Council of India (BCI) had prohibited the petitioner from practicing law without following the required disciplinary procedure under the Advocates Act, 1961. The petitioner argued that the BCI’s order was issued without conducting a proper inquiry or providing an opportunity to present evidence, thereby violating principles of natural justice.

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Delhi High Court restrained DPS Dwarka from confining or discriminating against students over fee disputes

Any issue regarding non-payment/ deficit payment of fees cannot possibly serve as a justification for indulging in harassment of the students and/ or subject them to discrimination/ indignity within the school premises, as a device or means to recover any outstanding fees.

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Delhi High Court grants permanent injunction and ₹5 lakh damages to Harley-Davidson in trademark suit against Red Rose Industries

In the third week of July 2023, the plaintiff, through its representative/ salesperson, came to know about the defendant’s use of a mark identical to the plaintiff’s device/logo on their shoes.

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Delhi High Court upholds cancellation of Junior Court attendant candidature over criminal allegations despite acquittal

The Court observed that for the highest Court in the land to take a strict view regarding criminal antecedents of those who serve in its establishment can hardly be regarded as inappropriate or arbitrary.

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Calcutta High Court rejects plea for citizenship verification of election candidates ahead of 2026 West Bengal polls

The petitioner, by way of this PIL, sought a direction to the Election Commission of India to ensure complete citizenship verification of candidates contesting elections. It was alleged that foreign nationals were illegally acquiring Indian citizenship and participating in the electoral process. The issue was flagged as especially critical ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Legislative Assembly Elections.

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Delhi High Court allows Hauz Khas ‘Social’ to resume liquor sales; Excise Department’s ban quashed amid licensing delay

By virtue of the prescription contained in para 6(ii) of the Delhi Eating House, Registration Regulations, 2023, unless and until the petitioner’s renewal application is declined, the petitioner’s operations cannot be precluded for want of an Eating House Registration Certificate/license.

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Delhi High Court orders takedown of Rajdeep Sardesai’s video for violating Shazia Ilmi’s privacy; Defamation claims partially accepted

The plaintiff is aggrieved by the incident which occurred at her residence on 26-07-2024 in the late evening, after she withdrew her participation from a live debate programme (‘live debate’) hosted by Rajdeep Sardesai premised on ‘Kargil Diwas’ and ‘Agniveers’, telecasted at 9:00 PM on India Today Television.