Arunima, Author at SCC Times

Calcutta High Court issues practice directions for delays in dispatching Trial Court Records to High Court

On a number of occasions, the Court has noted delays in the transmission of Trial Court records to this Court. As a result, preparation of paper books is delayed. This contributes to delay in disposal of appeals.

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Delhi High Court grants custody parole to jailed MP Abdul Rashid to attend parliamentary session

The question in the present matter is whether the petitioner/applicant is to be granted custody parole to enable him to attend the Parliament session.

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Delhi High Court analyses the precise definition of the word “forthwith” in Section 50 CrPC; Sets aside arrest due to non-compliance

Sufficient time must be given to an arrestee after the grounds of arrest have been served upon him in writing, to enable the arrestee to engage and confer with legal counsel, the test being that the arrestee must have meaningful opportunity to resist his remand to police custody or judicial custody.

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Delhi High Court upholds Section 132 of Companies Act; validates NFRA Rules on auditor accountability

By instituting a more structured and stringent framework, Section 132 ensures that audit firms and professionals adhere to internationally recognized standards, thereby fostering greater transparency, accountability, and confidence in financial reporting.

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Delhi High Court sets aside PMLA proceedings by ED against Bhushan Power & Steel Ltd. in view of Section 32A of IBC

A plain reading of Section 32A IBC reveals that once a resolution plan is approved under Section 31, the Corporate Debtor shall not be prosecuted for an offence committed prior to the commencement of the CIRP. However, this immunity does not extend to the erstwhile officers and persons responsible for the conduct of its business prior to CIRP.

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Delhi High Court reschedules Bar Association elections to 28-02-2025 following Supreme Court directives

The Supreme Court, in its order dated 19-12-2024, provided specific guidelines regarding the reservation of posts for women and the election process. These directions necessitated a review of the existing election framework by the Delhi High Court, which had earlier scheduled the elections for 07-02-2025.

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Delhi HC rejects plea against ‘2020 Delhi’ movie trailer allegedly based on 2020 Delhi Riots, calls petition ‘premature’

The petitions raise a common grievance that a Movie titled as “2020 Delhi” of which a ‘trailer’ is accessible on social media, depicts a highly prejudicial and distorted account of the riots that took place in North-East Delhi in February, 2020, and thereby create a false and disruptive narrative having serious repercussions.

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Mere threats not with intention to cause alarm would not constitute criminal intimidation; Delhi High Court upholds discharge of accused in sexual assault case

While framing of charges, the Court ought to look at the limited aspect of whether, given the material placed before it, there is grave suspicion against the accused which is not properly explained. Though, for the purpose of conviction, the same must be proved beyond reasonable doubt.

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Delhi High Court upholds deductibility of license fees paid by Remfry & Sagar for use of founder’s name and goodwill under Section 37 IT Act

A payment made for use of goodwill cannot possibly be viewed as being an illegal purpose or one prohibited by law. A person would be obliged to part with consideration for the use of goodwill if it seeks to derive benefit and advantage therefrom.

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‘Fully aware of the familial relationship’; Delhi High Court declines to quash Section 376 FIR, finds prima facie case

There was no compelling material or evidence placed on record to establish that the continuation of criminal proceedings in the present case amounts to an abuse of the process of law

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Delhi High Court denies bail to accused in fake anti-cancer drug racket and counterfeit Keytruda and Opdyta injections

An entire syndicate with established network and properly defined roles exists and operates at different levels, which, when taken into consideration in entirety, clearly indicates that the proceeds of crime are more than Rs. 1 Crore.

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‘GDP growth expected to range between 6.3% and 6.8% in 2025-26′: Economic Survey 2024-25 Analysis

The Economic Survey 2024-25, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament, presents a detailed assessment of India’s economic performance, challenges, and future outlook. The report projects India’s GDP growth between 6.3% and 6.8% for FY 2025-26, reflecting stability despite global economic uncertainties.

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President Murmu’s Key Address on Cybersecurity, AI, & Women Empowerment ahead of Union Budget 2025-26

President Droupadi Murmu’s address ahead of the Union Budget 2025-26 highlighted the government’s ambitious vision for economic growth, digital transformation, and social welfare. She emphasized that the third term of the government is witnessing accelerated decision-making, working at three times the speed of previous administrations to eliminate “policy paralysis.”

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‘Disdainful disregard’ by the Government of its constitutional obligation; Delhi High Court slams Delhi Govt for delaying 14 CAG Reports

The Court observed that there has been an inordinate delay on the part of the Government of NCT of Delhi in taking requisite steps for laying the CAG Reports before the Legislative Assembly.

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All wrong cannot be cured by the writ Court; Calcutta High Court dismisses petition by Vishva Hindu Parishad for book stall request at International Kolkata Book Fair

Kolkata is widely known and recognized for literary works. There are similar fairs and events, may not be of the same scale, organized in various parts of the State. The petitioners would be hardly prejudiced if they are not able to participate in the subject fair. The petitioners can always showcase their books and news articles elsewhere and there is absolutely no restriction in doing so.

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Releasing pleadings and documents to media before Courts had the opportunity to consider the same, is not acceptable: Delhi High Court

The language in the legal notice completely scandalises the Court and raises baseless allegations and aspersions against the administration of justice by the Court by raising doubts about the functioning of the Registry of this Court.

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Delhi High Court rejects anticipatory bail to wife accused of inflicting severe burns on husband with boiling water and red chilli powder

Men who are victims of violence at the hands of their wives often face unique difficulties, including societal disbelief and the stigma associated with being perceived as a victim. Such stereotypes perpetuate the erroneous belief that men cannot suffer violence in domestic relationships.

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Consent to engage in physical relations does not extend to misuse of a person’s private moments in an inappropriate manner: Delhi High Court

The assertion made in the bail application that the complainant, “being a married woman, was mature and intelligent enough to understand the significance and consequences of her actions” is a specious argument that cannot absolve the accused of the allegations levelled against him.

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Bail proceedings relate only to the release of a person from ‘judicial custody’ and cannot be employed to seek release from ‘executive detention’: Delhi High Court

The anomaly is that if a foreign national is released from judicial custody on bail while facing charges under Foreigners Act, how can the same foreign national be detained again at a detention centre/restriction centre by executive order for violation of the very same provisions.

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BHARAT GATE mark is deceptively similar to INDIA GATE; Delhi High Court restores injunction

The marks INDIA GATE and BHARAT GATE convey the same meaning and the difference in trade dress between the marks as visually depicted on the packages of the appellant’s and respondent’s products would not mitigate the confusion created by the infringement.