The Hyderabad consumer commission has ruled in favor of a customer, directing Toyota to compensate and refund Rs. 50.57 lakh for an undelivered vehicle, criticizing the company’s failure to address the fraud. This case reflects a broader trend of consumer grievances against automotive manufacturers, as illustrated by similar incidents involving Ducati and Hyundai.
The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum in Thiruvallur found a Scan Centre in Chennai liable for medical negligence in administering an overdose of anesthesia during an MRI scan, resulting in the patient’s cardiac arrest and brain death. The court ordered the Scan Centre to compensate the deceased patient’s family with Rs 15 lakh and Rs 10,000 for litigation expenses.
Today (6th May): The Supreme Court directed the Maharashtra government to implement recommendations from the 1992-93 Mumbai riots case, including handling pending cases, compensating missing victims’ families, and police reforms. It mandated the establishment of a Special Cell to locate accused individuals, urged housing facilities for police personnel, and established a monitoring committee for directive enforcement.
Today (3rd April): The Supreme Court issued a contempt notice to NCDRC members for defying a stay order and issuing Non-Bailable Warrants to a real estate firm. Despite their apology, the Court found their actions to be a mockery of the court and an act of absolute impunity. The seriousness of the situation was emphasized due to the potential impact on individuals’ life and liberty.
Today(on 25th April), The Calcutta High Court, under Chief Justice T.S. Sivagnanam, admonishes both Kolkata Municipality and the state administration for their handling of the prevalent issue of illegal construction in the city.
What led to a consumer court mandating the Railways to pay Rs 1.45 lakh in compensation to a passenger? The district consumer disputes redressal commission concluded that the complainant experienced direct harm due to the inadequate service provided by the Railways.
Today (22nd April): The Supreme Court set aside the NCDRC’s order involving Yash Raj Films and the song “Jabra Fan.” The dispute arose when a consumer sought compensation for the song’s absence in the movie “Fan.” YRF successfully argued that the consumer did not qualify as a consumer and had publicly disclosed the song’s exclusion before the movie’s release.
On Monday(15th April),The Delhi High Court acquitted a man charged under the POCSO Act on 15th April due to prosecution’s inadequacies. The court highlighted the delicate balance of justice in child abuse cases and emphasized enduring stigma for the accused. It also noted flaws in the prosecution’s arguments and potential external influences on the allegations.
The Supreme Court refused to interfere with its earlier order directing the Indian Air Force (IAF) to pay around Rs 1.6 crores as compensation to a veteran who contracted the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) during a blood transfusion at a military hospital.
Today(on 3rd April), the Calcutta High Court instructed West Bengal to comply with a previous order to transfer the investigation of deaths and injuries at Daribhit High School to the NIA. The Court emphasized urgency and ordered the provision of critical documents to NIA. It also addressed compensation for victims’ families. The state government’s appeal against the order raises complex legal issues.
