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Delhi HC rejects AISA president Neha Bora’s plea against police peace bond notice
Neha Bora, President of the All India Students' Association, had her plea rejected by the Delhi High Court. The court's decision pertained to a police notice requiring her to execute a peace bond. This notice was issued following her preventive detention while heading to a protest march in Connaught Place. Bora argued that the police notice was vague and lacked sufficient evidence for a potential breach of peace.
Delhi SEM orders release of CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka
A Delhi Special Executive Magistrate ordered the release of CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka after their judicial custody expired in connection with the October 13 Jantar Mantar protest. They had been in custody following a protest at Jantar Mantar on October 13. The Special Executive Magistrate ordered the release with bonds totaling Rs 50,000 each. The police had sought an extension due to concerns over potential disturbances. Their next hearing is scheduled for October 23 to review the situation.
‘We don’t need permission to hoist national flag’: AISA chief Neha Bora to Delhi HC
Neha Bora, president of AISA, contested a notice from Delhi Police in the Delhi High Court. The notice required her to sign a peace bond regarding the display of the national flag. Bora argued that citizens do not need permission for such actions and should not be compelled to sign a bond. The notice was issued under Section 126 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita.
West Bengal minister calls CJP 'Gen Z' movement a "huge scam", says illegal actions will invite action
West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh criticized the Cockroach Janata Party's Gen Z movement as a scam. He argued that illegal actions will be met with accountability, regardless of the operating name. Ghosh addressed recent court matters related to Gen Z activists, noting their release conditions. He also commented on a stampede investigation at the Durga Puja pandal that resulted in fatalities.
'Then, you are not Gen Z?' Delhi HC's light-hearted remarks during hearing of CJP leaders' plea
During a recent hearing, the Delhi High Court engaged in a light exchange about the ages of Cockroach Janta Party leaders. Justice Subramonium Prasad confirmed that the petitioners were not part of Generation Z. The court questioned the appropriateness of their approach under Article 226, suggesting an alternative remedy might exist. Eventually, the petitioners decided to withdraw their plea without further proceedings.
Delhi Police seeks extension of custody of CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka
Delhi Police has requested an extension of judicial custody for leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka. The leaders withdrew their petition in Delhi High Court regarding this matter earlier today. They were detained for allegedly entering a restricted protest site and displaying the national flag. Their legal team argued that the continued detention violated their personal liberty.
CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka withdraw Delhi HC plea challenging their judicial custody
Cockroach Janta Party co-conveners Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka withdrew their Delhi High Court plea challenging the extension of their judicial custody by a Special Executive Magistrate. The court asked them to await the outcome of a hearing before the magistrate and approach the appellate court if their grievance persists.
Supreme Court backs Delhi HC orders in Daiichi-Fortis dispute, clears way for forensic audit
The Supreme Court has declined to interfere with Delhi High Court orders in the long-running Daiichi Sankyo-Fortis dispute, allowing a forensic audit to proceed as part of efforts to trace assets linked to enforcement of a 2016 arbitral award against former Fortis promoters. The apex court did not examine the merits.
Delhi High Court grants interim injunctions in favour of Terra Invest Founders Ankiti Bose and Krishan Rattan in defamation suit
The Delhi High Court has granted interim relief in separate suits filed by Terra Invest founders Ankiti Uday Bose and Krishan Rattan concerning publications, with the latest order restraining defendants from publishing any further articles containing defamatory imputations against Rattan.
Fortis Healthcare reviews Delhi HC ruling in Daiichi Sankyo case, may approach Supreme Court
In a significant development, Fortis Healthcare is assessing a recent decision from the Delhi High Court regarding the Daiichi Sankyo arbitration. The court's order for a forensic audit of earlier transactions poses a notable contingent liability for Fortis. Consequently, the company may explore the option of appealing to the Supreme Court, as this ruling could necessitate direct compensation to Daiichi Sankyo.
Delhi HC orders forensic audit of Fortis, Singh brothers' Rs 4,666-crore trail
The Delhi High Court ordered a forensic audit of Fortis Healthcare transactions. This audit will examine dealings with IHH Healthcare Berhad and RHT Health Trust. It will also probe transactions involving the Singh brothers and Religare Group companies. The court seeks to trace the movement of shares and funds. This comprehensive audit must be completed within six months.
Daiichi-Ranbaxy case: Delhi HC orders forensic audit into transactions of Fortis, Singh brothers
The Delhi High Court has appointed a forensic auditor to examine transactions. This audit aims to trace the dissipation of Fortis Healthcare shares. The former promoters, Malvinder and Shivinder Singh, are involved in these dealings. A Rs 3,500 crore arbitral award favors Japanese firm Daiichi Sankyo. The court seeks to reconstruct events and identify involved parties.
Delhi HC refused to entertain plea to allow Chhath Puja celebration at Yamuna
In a recent development, the Delhi High Court has declined to entertain a petition that sought permission to conduct Chhath Puja on the banks of the Yamuna River in the national capital. Justice Subramonium Prasad cited the primary reason for the ban as the need to prevent pollution in the Yamuna.
HC asks RBI, Govt to ensure compliance by lending apps
The Delhi High Court has directed the Reserve Bank of India and the central government to ensure that digital lending platforms strictly comply with the regulatory framework that was put in place last year to check exorbitant interest rates and harassment of borrowers by recovery agents.
HC seeks Delhi govt stand on plea against fee reimbursement scheme for minority students
The petitioner said that if the benefit of the reimbursement scheme is extended to all low-income families, it would be in consonance with Article 46 of the Constitution, which demands that the state would promote the educational and economic interests of weaker sections of the people. The plea further alleged that the policy was not based on any quantifiable data to identify socially and educationally backward classes of people in Delhi and it simply granted a special provision to all minorities.
Delhi High Court seeks detailed reply from Centre on PIL against PM CARES fund
The PMO secretary has filed a one-page affidavit. The affidavit stated that there is no control of either the Central Government or the State government in the PM CARES Trust. This short reply led to displeasure among the division bench composed of Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Subramonium Prasad.
Focus on COVID-19 testing, tracing, Delhi High Court tells AAP govt
The court said the labs can message the results to people on their mobile numbers, which are taken at time of sample collection, and it can be put up on the websites later.
Non-payment of staff salaries: HC directs AAP govt to release funds to four DU colleges by Nov 9
A bench of Justices Hima Kohli and Subramonium Prasad observed that a major festival, Diwali, is round the corner and the government is depriving people of their salaries.
Doctor's prescription not mandatory for COVID-19 testing in Delhi, says High Court
Till now it was mandatory for a person to have a doctor's prescription or symptoms to get tested for the virus. A bench of justices Hima Kohli and Subramonium Prasad said people need to carry Aadhaar card for Delhi address proof and fill up a form as prescribed by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for COVID-19 testing.
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