Credit Suisse Today informed the Supreme Court that SpiceJet settled its dues, avoiding further defaults. Justices scheduled a hearing for July to ensure compliance. The case involves SpiceJet owing $20 million to SR Technics. The court had directed SpiceJet to settle the dues by March 15 and abstain from taking further risks. Previous disputes led to legal action.
The Chandigarh Consumer Commission fined SpiceJet and a travel agent for incomplete refunds on COVID-cancelled flights, despite ministry advisories. Complainants only received partial reimbursements. The commission ordered full refunds with interest and compensation for mental agony and litigation costs, totaling Rs.15,000. The case was titled Prahlad Bhagat Vasudeva and Ors v. SpiceJet Ltd and Anr.
The Kerala High Court has ordered the current Consumer Commission officials to continue serving until new appointments are made to ensure uninterrupted consumer protection services. Justice Basant Balaji stressed the importance of preventing hardships for citizens due to administrative vacancies. The decision aims to maintain the effectiveness of the redressal mechanism for consumer grievances.