Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The Delhi High Court ruled that footpaths are strictly for pedestrian use and supported demolitions of encroachments, highlighting pedestrian rights over unauthorized structures.
The Calcutta High Court ruled that pending public land eviction and DRT proceedings do not prohibit arbitration for disputes regarding sub-lease revocation. This decision clarifies the arbitrability of disputes in the presence of other proceedings.
The Calcutta High Court ruled that pending eviction proceedings do not hinder arbitration of sub-lease disputes. The court emphasized the arbitrability of disputes under statutory proceedings.
The J&K and Ladakh High Court ruled that the MSME relaxation circular does not create enforceable rights for tenderers. The rejection of a bid due to turnover criterion was upheld.
The Karnataka High Court has upheld the dismissal of an appeal under the RERA Act, ruling that promoters cannot modify their defense using new materials at the review stage.
The Karnataka High Court has quashed amendments to the BBMP fee structure and demand notices, deeming guidance-value-linked levies as arbitrary and unsustainable. This ruling could significantly impact municipal revenue and property valuation practices.
The article discusses whether a deed can be challenged under the writ jurisdiction of High Courts. This issue raises critical considerations in property law and constitutional jurisprudence.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that the biological father of a Hindu monk cannot claim compensation for the monk's death in a motor accident, as the monk had renounced worldly life.
The ITAT ruled that properties purchased separately cannot qualify for Section 54F income tax exemptions despite being subsequently amalgamated.
The Gujarat High Court upheld the requirement for an agricultural science degree for valuers of agricultural lands, dismissing a petition challenging the regulatory framework.
The Madras High Court has ruled that unregistered property transfers cannot substantiate depreciation claims under the Income Tax Act.
The Karnataka High Court has accepted a mediation settlement resolving a long-standing land acquisition dispute, thus promoting the use of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms in such cases.