Arunima, Author at SCC Times

Delhi High Court upholds Tihar Jail Superintendent’s denial of Rajya Sabha MP’s request for physical interview with Arvind Kejriwal

The petitioner is seeking right of physical interview in terms of Delhi Prison Rules and must therefore, exercise it in accordance thereof. He cannot, on one hand, seek right to physical interview according to Rule 589 DPR and on the other hand, not abide by the conditions contained therein.

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Delhi High Court denies travel permission to Sahara linked Director; Upholds LOC restrictions amid SFIO Investigation

Delhi High Court has denied travel permission to a Sahara-linked director, maintaining Look Out Circular restrictions amidst a critical SFIO investigation. The Court’s decision underscores the ongoing scrutiny of financial ties and the impact on ongoing probes.

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[Mankind v Mercykind] Delhi High Court directs fresh consideration of Injunction Application in Trademark Dispute

The Court was informed that during the pendency of the present appeal, the Mercykind Pharmaceuticals made significant changes both in its logo and get up of products which are being marketed by it, which would clearly merit consideration afresh by the Single Judge.

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[Privity of Contract] Delhi Court rejects refund claim of Australia Tour for 63 people due to COVID-19 cancellation

Delhi Court dismissed suit filed seeking recovery of money paid for an Australia Tour for 63 people cancelled due to COVID-19 Lockdown citing lack of privity of contract.

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[Kolkata Rape and Murder] Calcutta High Court directs submission of Photographic Evidence to ensure preservation of RG Kar Hospital Crime Scene

Calcutta High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the vandalism at RG Kar Hospital, ordering the State to submit an affidavit with photographic evidence to ensure the crime scene remains intact.

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Know Thy Judge |Supreme Court of India: Justice P.V. Sanjay Kumar

Justice PV Sanjay Kumar is a sitting Judge of the Supreme Court of India. He has formerly served as the Chief Justice of Manipur High Court and as Judge of Punjab & Haryana High Court as well as Andhra Pradesh High Court.

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Calcutta High Court directs West Bengal Legal Services Authority to Revisit Compensation Review for 2011 Acid Attack Victim

The petitioner, a victim of an acid attack perpetrated by her husband in 2011, was initially awarded ₹7,00,000 as compensation by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board.

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Calcutta High Court directs CBI Probe into Rape and Murder Case of Junior Doctor of RG Kar Medical College

A petition was filed by the parents of a 31-year-old junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College Hospital, who was allegedly raped and murdered seeking an investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) under the supervision of a judge claiming an attempt by the college administration to “cover up” the crime.

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Know Thy Judge | Supreme Court of India: Justice J.B. Pardiwala

A 4th generation lawyer, Justice Jamshed Burjor Pardiwala assumed office as Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 09-05-2022 and is in line to become the Chief Justice of India in 2028. Justice Pardiwala is expected to serve a two-year and three months term as Chief Justice of India from 03-05-2028 to 11-08-2030.

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Delhi HC quashes FIR in Rape, Kidnapping, and POCSO case based on Settlement without imposing costs

Delhi High Court has quashed an FIR registered under Sections 376 (rape), 363 (kidnapping), and 6 of the POCSO Act (aggravated penetrative assault). The decision was based on an amicable settlement between the parties, with no costs imposed on either side. This case underscores the court’s recognition of mutually agreed resolutions in certain criminal proceedings.

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Delhi High Court | Arbitral Tribunal cannot award certain types of damages if they are specifically excluded by contractual clauses

The Court emphasized the necessity of adhering to the specific terms and limitations outlined in contractual clauses. This decision underscores the importance of clear contractual provisions and their binding nature on arbitral tribunals, reaffirming that such limitations must be respected and enforced in arbitral awards.

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Delhi High Court grants permission for execution of a decree passed after 20 years against a Company under liquidation

The applicant must have spent considerable resources fighting the suit for the last 20 years and therefore, it would not be appropriate to deprive him of the opportunity to execute the decree obtained in his favour.

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A huge sum spent in the judgeship of 24-Parganas (North); Calcutta High Court stays contractual recruitment notifications

The smooth functioning of the District Judiciary without regular staff and employees is likely to suffer and cannot be cured or supplemented by contractual engagements.

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[Right to be Forgotten] Delhi High Court grants injunction against India Today Group regarding defamatory posts on acquitted businessman

The right to freedom of expression of the press in the present case must give way to the right to privacy of the plaintiff, especially when he has been exonerated of all the allegations leading to his honourable acquittal.

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Divya Coronil Not a Cure for COVID-19; Delhi High Court directs immediate removal of Misleading ‘Divya Coronil’ Claims

The very branding and labelling of the said Tablet as Coronil appear to suggest that the drug nullifies the coronavirus, it cures the disease, which may even amount to mis-labelling and/or mis-branding of the drug, which is impermissible under the provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940.

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Delhi High Court grants Arvind Kejriwal Two Additional Legal Meetings via Video Conferencing

The petitioner sought two additional legal meetings with his Lawyers in a week through video conferencing on the ground that he is embroiled in more than 30 cases in various States of India and even though he has been granted interim bail in a case, but his relief has not become infructuous as he still continues to be in custody in other matters.

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[Anti CAA Protests] Delhi Police have done so far is “too-little, too-late”; Delhi High Court directs transfer of death investigation of young man to CBI

The leitmotif that “justice should not only be done but should manifestly and undoubtedly be seen to be done”, must not be limited only to court proceedings, but must also apply proprio-vigore to investigation of crime. Investigation must also be seen to be fair and just.

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Delhi High Court directs Disclosure of Forensic Audit Report on Show Cause Notices by IDBI Bank

A forensic audit was conducted by Grant Thornton LLP at the request of the respondent-bank. The audit led to the withdrawal of the ‘red flagging’ of the company’s account.

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Delhi High Court grants interim injunction in favour of Jindal India Limited for infringement of its “JINDAL” marks

In January and June 2024, the Jindal India Limited discovered that the defendant, Rawalwasia Steel Plant Private Limited, had adopted a similar trademark “HINDJAL HISAR” for galvanized and black steel tubes and pipes.

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[Food Safety and Standards Amendment] Delhi High Court upholds 50% Increase in Pan Masala Warning Label Size to Enhance Public Health Awareness

The petition was filed by a company licensed to manufacture and trade Pan Masala brands like Rajnigandha, Tansen, and Mastaba seeking a declaration that Regulation 2(i) of Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Second Amendment Regulations, 2022 be declared as illegal and violative of Articles 14, 19(1)(a) and 19(1)(g).