Calcutta High Court lawyers protested the unexpected transfer of Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma from Delhi High Court, refusing to attend his swearing-in. Legal bodies expressed strong opposition, calling the move questionable and unfair.
The Calcutta Bar opposed the Supreme Court Collegium’s recommendation to transfer Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma to the Calcutta High Court. On March 27, the Collegium proposed shifting the Delhi High Court judge to Calcutta, sparking resistance from the legal fraternity.
The Delhi High Court, led by Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma, rejected Matrix Cellular’s plea to quash criminal proceedings over alleged sales of defective oxygen concentrators at inflated prices during the COVID-19 pandemic’s second wave. The Court noted the serious nature of the allegations and the need for further investigation into the charges.
The Delhi High Court today (22nd Oct) denied bail to Shahrukh Pathan, recorded aiming a firearm at a police officer during the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots. Despite spending four years in jail and the maximum sentence being ten years without reported injuries, Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma emphasized the seriousness of the charges.
The Delhi High Court has sought a response from the CBI regarding the bail pleas of four co-owners of a coaching center where three IAS aspirants tragically drowned. The court acknowledged the gravity of the case and emphasized the need for solid evidence. The next hearing is set for September 11.
The Delhi High Court denied anticipatory bail to a Delhi University law student involved in a violent altercation, expressing concern over future lawyers engaging in such behavior. The petitioner’s claims of minor involvement and fabricated charges were dismissed, emphasizing the severity of the incident. The decision aims to uphold justice and discourage public disorder.
The Delhi High Court has referred Gautam Gambhir’s defamation lawsuit against Punjab Kesari and its journalists to mediation, signaling a potential for amicable settlement. The lawsuit arose from allegedly defamatory articles published by the newspaper, prompting Gambhir to seek restraints, an apology, and damages. The move towards mediation signifies the judiciary’s role in resolving such disputes.
Delhi High Court has dismissed a petition seeking the appointment of an arbitrator to resolve a long-standing dispute between Arunima Automobiles and Maruti Suzuki India Limited. Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma criticized the petition as a misuse of the legal process, emphasizing the futility of pursuing claims that are no longer viable In a recent ruling, […]
