Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The Himachal Pradesh High Court ruled against establishing jurisdiction in patent cases based on isolated purchases. This decision provides clarity on forum shopping and reinforces the legitimacy of territorial jurisdiction in patent law matters.
The NCLT has admitted an insolvency plea by Indian Overseas Bank against a toll road company, citing strict adherence to repayment obligations.
The Orissa High Court ruled that a corporate debtor cannot be prosecuted for environmental violations committed prior to the initiation of Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) if a resolution plan has been approved and management has transferred to a new entity.
The ITAT ruled that the renewal of registration under Section 12AB of the Income Tax Act cannot be rejected based on the validity of Form 10AC. This clarification strengthens the position of existing registered entities.
The Rajasthan High Court denied bail to an accused in a GST fraud case, citing electronic evidence and WhatsApp chats that suggested his direct involvement in the crime.
The Rajasthan High Court ruled that university affiliation fees do not attract GST, affirming that such affiliation is a statutory function rather than a taxable supply. This decision is beneficial for educational institutions.
The Karnataka High Court instructed the CISF at Kempegowda Airport to supply complete CCTV footage to a passenger regarding a customs clearance dispute. The Court noted the petitioner's entitlement under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution.
The NCLT Mumbai has granted a waiver under Section 244(1)(b) in an oppression and mismanagement petition, allowing it to proceed for further hearing. This highlights the procedural flexibility in managing shareholder disputes.
The Kerala High Court has ruled that amendments to stamp duty regulations following amalgamation and demerger cannot apply retroactively. The court quashed demands for stamp duty under new regulations for transactions preceding these changes.
The Himachal Pradesh HC upheld a FIR related to books criticizing Hindu deities but quashed related proceedings due to lack of prosecution sanction. This raises important constitutional discourse on religious sentiments.
The RBI has issued directives to Padmashri Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Co-operative Bank following concerns regarding compliance under the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.
The unexpected removal of 'Satluj' from ZEE5 raises critical questions about the legal sustainability of the government's actions, particularly regarding Section 69A of the IT Act and copyright implications.