In a significant ruling on January 3, the Supreme Court overturned the directives of the Allahabad High Court, quashing attempts to detain two Uttar Pradesh government Secretaries for alleged non-compliance with orders related to retired judges’ facilities. The apex court explicitly stated that High Court Chief Justices, when acting on the administrative front, lack the …
The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has directed fresh administrative proceedings in the case concerning the suspension and subsequent termination of an employee from the J&K State Road Transport Corporation. The decision, pronounced by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Puneet Gupta, emphasizes the need for fair and reasoned decision-making in administrative actions, particularly when …
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In a nuanced judgment addressing the complexities of copyright law in the realm of cinematography, the Delhi High Court, led by Justice Jyoti Singh, examined the legal intricacies in a case involving alleged copyright infringement and breach of confidentiality by Yash Raj Films and others. The plaintiff, Bikramjeet Singh Bhullar, had accused the defendants of …
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The Supreme Court, in a significant ruling, has clarified the extent of rights a nominee possesses over shares and securities after the shareholder’s death. In the case of Shakti Yezdani & Anr. vs. Jayanand Jayant Salgaonkar & Ors., the Court addressed the contentious issue of whether a nominee becomes the absolute owner of shares or …
Supreme Court’s Verdict on Nominee vs. Succession in Shares Read More »
In a landmark development for the fintech sector in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), UAE-originated and now Saudi-based fintech unicorn, Tabby, has announced a substantial infusion of capital. The firm has secured a staggering $700 million in debt financing from J.P. Morgan, marking a significant moment in its journey of expansion. Tabby’s Series …
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The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh recently delivered a significant judgment in a case concerning land acquisition and compensation. In this case, the petitioners sought compensation for land taken over by the government several decades ago for the construction of the Shalteng Irrigation Canal. The case, titled Ghulam Ahmad Bhat & Others …
J&K&L High Court Affirms Property Rights Despite Time Lapse Read More »
The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar dismissed a writ petition challenging an order concerning mutation No.776 dated 08.09.1982. The petitioner sought to overturn a decision dismissing their application for condonation of a 41-year delay in filing an appeal against the mutation order. The crux of the case revolved around the …
J&K&L High Court Rules on Extended Appeal Delays Read More »
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has asserted that the non-obstante clause found in Section 109A(3) of the Companies Act, 1956, and Bye-law 9.11.7 of the Depositories Act, 1996, does not preclude legal heirs from rightfully claiming securities against the nominee. The court clarified that the non-obstante clause’s primary purpose is to empower companies …
In a recent judgment, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar has quashed a preventive detention order under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. The case, presided over by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rahul Bharti, highlights the crucial aspects of preventive detention and its permissible …
J&K&L High Court Overturns Detention under NDPS for Lacking Proper Disclosure Read More »
The Supreme Court of India, in a recent judgment in the case of Shakti Yezdani & Anr. vs. Jayanand Jayant Salgaonkar & Ors., has delivered a crucial verdict clarifying the legal standing of nominees in the context of shares and securities under the Companies Act. This ruling, significant for its clarification on the interplay between …
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