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⚖️ When Courtroom Advocacy Speaks: A Remarkable Moment in Delhi HC
In a rare courtroom exchange, a Delhi High Court judge told Arvind Kejriwal: “You argued well… you can become a lawyer.” The remark came after Kejriwal personally argued his case, seeking recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma in the Delhi excise policy matter.
⚖️ Bombay High Court Slams “Unwarranted Coercion” by Authorities
In a sharp rebuke, the Bombay High Court has held that illegal attachment of bank accounts without due process violates the constitutional right to property under Article 300A. The Court came down heavily on tax authorities for exercising coercive powers without adhering to mandatory legal safeguards, calling such action arbitrary and unsustainable.
⚖️ Supreme Court: Consent in Mutual Divorce Cannot Be Withdrawn After Settlement
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has clarified that while parties may generally withdraw consent in mutual divorce proceedings, such withdrawal is not permissible once a full and final settlement has been reached and acted upon. The Court came down strongly against attempts to backtrack after benefiting from mediated settlements, emphasizing the sanctity of the dispute resolution process.
⚖️ Delhi High Court: No Handwriting Comparison Without Informing Parties
In a crucial ruling, the Delhi High Court has held that a judge cannot compare handwriting samples of parties without informing them and giving an opportunity to respond. The Court emphasized that such actions violate principles of natural justice and procedural fairness, especially when the outcome may adversely affect a party.
⚖️ Bombay High Court Upholds Finality of RERA Orders Despite Subsequent Judgments
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has refused to interfere with a RERA refund order against Marvel Landmarks Pvt. Ltd., emphasizing that orders which attain finality cannot be reopened due to later judicial developments. The petitioner sought to rely on the Supreme Court’s ruling in Newtech, arguing that the adjudicating officer lacked jurisdiction to order refunds. However, the Court rejected this contention.
🚀 Govt Notifies ₹10,000 Crore Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0
In a major boost to India’s startup ecosystem, the Government has officially notified the Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 (FoF 2.0) with a ₹10,000 crore corpus aimed at mobilising venture capital for high-growth sectors. The initiative is designed to channel long-term domestic capital into innovation-driven enterprises, particularly in deep-tech and emerging sectors.
