Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court ruled that a composite GST assessment covering multiple financial years infringed statutory provisions and required individual assessments for each year.
The Bombay High Court overturned a GST refund rejection order for lack of proper reasoning, ruling that such decisions must contain specific findings and a rationale to ensure transparency.
The Madras High Court ruled that challenges to GST proceedings under Section 74 must be directed to the appellate authority rather than through writ petitions, emphasizing adherence to statutory remedies.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed Tata AGI to pay an enhanced compensation of ₹3,78,000 to claimants. The ruling mandates the inclusion of income tax liability when assessing loss of dependency.
The Calcutta High Court has dismissed an appeal regarding the classification of polypropylene leno bags, confirming they are classified as plastic articles under Chapter 39 and not as textiles. This ruling clarifies the categorization of such products in accordance with tariff schedules.
The government has announced an extension of the tenures of NCLAT members until September 2026 or until they reach the age of 67. This decision is aimed at maintaining continuity and institutional knowledge within the appellate tribunal.
The RBI has issued the Sixth Amendment Directions on Prudential Norms on Capital Adequacy for Commercial Banks, enhancing operational standards. These updates reflect ongoing reforms in the banking sector.
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced the Sixth Amendment Directions for Commercial Banks, focusing on the presentation and disclosures of financial statements. This development is part of the ongoing regulatory enhancements initiated by the RBI.
The Reserve Bank of India has released the Third Amendment Directions for Local Area Banks regarding financial statements presentation and disclosures. The amendments are prompted by a review of previous guidelines and aim to enhance clarity and compliance.
The founders of Gameskraft have been remanded to 14 days of judicial custody following a money laundering investigation by the ED. This order highlights ongoing scrutiny within the online gaming industry.
In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court carved out an exception for educational institutions regarding the management of stray dogs, permitting regulated campus-based solutions while upholding stricter removal practices in other public areas.
The Delhi High Court sentenced YouTuber Gulshan Pahuja to six months in prison for criminal contempt due to derogatory remarks about the judiciary. The court highlighted the need to uphold respect for judicial authority.