The Supreme Court has rejected the plea of a Chandigarh DRT presiding officer challenging the extension of his suspension, despite his claim of having one of the highest case disposal rates. The court remarked, “If you don’t allow the lawyers to argue, you can decide all the cases everyday.”
The Delhi High Court has issued a contempt notice to BluSmart, Gensol, and others for allegedly violating a court order regarding 10 Tata Tigor EVs. Shefasteq claims the companies obstructed efforts to locate the vehicles and failed to provide required information. Legal proceedings involving Gensol have escalated amid serious allegations from SEBI.
The Supreme Court ruled that a borrower does not qualify as a consumer under the Consumer Protection Act if the loan is taken for profit-making purposes. A bench comprising Justices Sudhanshu Dhulia and Prashant Kumar Mishra made this observation while hearing an appeal by the Central Bank of India against a decision of the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC). The ruling clarifies the scope of consumer rights in financial transactions.
Today, On 2nd August, The Supreme Court called for a separate Debts Recovery Tribunal in Jammu & Kashmir due to its unique topography, despite the option of virtual access to the Chandigarh DRT. This move aims to provide more effective resolution of cases in the region, addressing concerns about access to justice for individuals and businesses.
Former Solicitor General Ranjit Kumar recommends that the Modi government prioritize appointing new judges to address vacancies in the judiciary, rather than assigning retired judges to tribunals. He highlights the criticism faced by tribunals for backlogs and delays, emphasizing the need to expand the judiciary. Kumar also discusses potential delays in implementing criminal laws and reforms due to the structure of the coalition government.