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Delhi Court Directs Provision of Healthy Diet and Bottled Water to AAP Leader Sanjay Singh During Court Appearances

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Delhi Court Directs Provision of Healthy Diet and Bottled Water to AAP Leader Sanjay Singh During Court Appearances

Delhi Court: Special Judge Orders Authorities to Ensure Basic Amenities for MP Sanjay Singh Amid Excise Policy Case

A Delhi court recently issued a directive instructing relevant authorities to ensure that AAP leader and Member of Parliament (MP), Sanjay Singh, who was arrested in connection with an excise policy case, receives a healthy and nutritious diet along with bottled drinking water.

The directive came from Special Judge M K Nagpal in response to an application filed by the AAP leader, alleging inadequate provision of basic amenities such as clean drinking water, proper diet, and hygienic living conditions during his court appearances outside Delhi.

While acknowledging that there may be constraints in providing food of choice when traveling by train to places outside Delhi, the judge emphasized that being an MP does not entitle the applicant to special privileges. However, considering his documented medical condition, the court noted that he is receiving a medical diet in jail as prescribed by jail doctors.

Special Judge M K Nagpal further instructed the concerned Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) to ensure that whenever Sanjay Singh is taken for court appearances outside Delhi, he should be provided with a healthy and nutritious diet of his choice, subject to medical advice and availability from the train’s Pantry Car or online apps through IRCTC. Additionally, if the cost of such a diet exceeds the prescribed amount of Rs 70 per diet for an undertrial prisoner, the applicant will be responsible for covering the excess cost.

Furthermore, the judge ordered that Sanjay Singh should only be provided sealed and bottled drinking water during his travel periods.

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Maamla Legal Hai: 8-Part Comedy Series Redefines Courtroom Drama with Humor

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Maamla Legal Hai: 8-Part Comedy Series Redefines Courtroom Drama with Humor

Delving into the Eccentricities of Legal World, Netflix’s Maamla Legal Hai Charms Audiences with Quirky Narratives

After Saurabh Khanna and Kunal Aneja, the writers behind Netflix’s “Maamla Legal Hai,” shared their concept with showrunner Sameer Saxena, they collectively decided to delve into the humorous narratives set within the bustling and eccentric realm of a sessions court. They focused on portraying the everyday lives of those integral to the legal system. Exploring beyond the stereotypical portrayal often seen in Hindi cinema, the series aimed to shed light on the idiosyncrasies of the legal world, specifically centered around the fictional Patparganj district court in Delhi.

The show unfolds with a blend of peculiar legal cases and the personal lives of the characters. From divorce petitions based on unconventional grounds to cases involving a foul-mouthed parrot and a prisoner seeking marriage, the series delves into various legal matters while also delving into the dreams and struggles of its characters.

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At the heart of the narrative is Ravi Kishan’s portrayal of VD Tyagi, the president of the Patparganj Bar Association, whose aspirations revolve around winning the Delhi Bar Association election. Kishan’s performance adds a layer of comedic charm, drawing the audience to root for his character despite his mischievous nature.

The ensemble cast includes established actors such as Tanvi Azmi as a judge, Yashpal Sharma as Tyagi’s rival, and Brijendra Kala as a seasoned lawyer. Notably, the female characters are portrayed with individuality and agency, breaking away from traditional stereotypes.

The writers faced the challenge of balancing storytelling while ensuring the series remained engaging and concise. Despite aiming for shorter episodes, they strived to capture the essence of courtroom dynamics and the characters’ interactions both inside and outside the court.

In crafting comedic elements, the creators were mindful of avoiding offense while highlighting the flaws within the system. They aimed to portray the efforts of those working within the legal framework to navigate challenges and uphold justice.

While comedy is often considered a challenging genre, the creators emphasize its importance and the reliance on actors’ comedic timing. The series concludes its first season with a satisfying conclusion, despite criticisms of pacing and humor, leaving room for further exploration in subsequent seasons.

Overall, the creators remain open to feedback and acknowledge the unexpected warm reception to their unique tone and treatment. They believe a strong ending leaves a lasting impression, paving the way for future endeavors in the realm of comedy.

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ITAT Dismisses Congress’s Stay Application for ₹105 Crore Tax Demand

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ITAT Dismisses Congress’s Stay Application for ₹105 Crore Tax Demand

ITAT Upholds IT Department’s Decision, Rejects Congress’s Tax Exemption Claim

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) declined the Congress party’s request for a stay on the demand notice issued by the Income Tax (IT) department, which sought recovery of over ₹105 Crore in outstanding taxes for the assessment year 2018-19. The Delhi Bench, comprising Vice President GS Pannu and Judicial Member Anubhav Sharma, asserted that the IT authorities had appropriately denied the income tax exemption claimed by Congress and found no strong prima facie case in favor of the party.

The IT authorities had rejected Congress’s declaration of Nil income in July 2021 and demanded the outstanding tax, citing that the return was filed beyond the prescribed time period. Additionally, they pointed out that the party had received donations exceeding ₹2,000 from various individuals, which was deemed a violation of Section 13A of the Income Tax Act, a provision that allows political parties to claim tax exemption under certain conditions.

Congress alleged that the initiation of recovery proceedings in February 2024 was politically motivated, especially considering the upcoming parliamentary elections. However, the IT authorities argued that the proceedings had been ongoing since July 2021 and denied any undue haste in their actions. The ITAT dismissed the notion of undue haste, deeming it a subjective interpretation and chose to evaluate the case on its merits.

Examining the merits, the ITAT scrutinized Congress’s eligibility for tax exemption under Section 13A, emphasizing the prerequisites outlined in the law. It concluded that Congress failed to comply with the conditions, particularly regarding the timely filing of income tax returns and adherence to donation regulations.

Despite Congress’s argument that the donations exceeding ₹2,000 constituted only a small fraction of the total contributions, the ITAT upheld the denial of exemption. It found no lack of bona fides in the IT department’s actions and thus declined to intervene.

Previously, a controversy arose when Congress claimed that its bank accounts were frozen by the IT Department. However, the Department of Revenue clarified to the ITAT that it had not directed the banks to freeze the accounts entirely but had imposed a lien on the amount to cover the outstanding tax demand.

Representing the Indian National Congress were Senior Advocate Vivek Krishna Tankha along with Advocates Vipul Tiwari and Inder Dev Singh, while the IT authorities were represented by Senior Standing Counsel Zoheb Hossain and Vipul Aggarwal, along with Junior Standing Counsel Sanjeev Menon and advocate Vivek Gurnani.

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Delhi High Court Rejects Supertech Chairman Ram Kishor Arora Bail Plea in Money Laundering Case on March 5

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Delhi High Court Rejects Supertech Chairman Ram Kishor Arora Bail Plea in Money Laundering Case on March 5

Ram Kishor Arora’s Statutory Bail Application Dismissed by Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri

The Delhi High Court has turned down the statutory bail application filed by Ram Kishor Arora, the Chairman of Supertech, in connection with a money laundering case initiated by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri dismissed Arora’s bail petition on Tuesday, citing lack of merit.

The court stated that it found no grounds to support the petition and consequently dismissed it. It also deemed any pending applications as inconsequential.

Supertech and its associated firms face allegations of scamming more than 800 homebuyers out of Rs 228 crores. Multiple First Information Reports (FIRs) have been lodged against them in Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh based on complaints from the homebuyers.

Ram Kishor Arora was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in June 2023 following a complaint filed against him on August 24, 2023. The court acknowledged the complaint on September 26, 2023. Notably, at the time of filing the complaint, the investigation was incomplete, and the complaint lacked the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) report.

During proceedings, it was revealed that the investigation agency had issued summons to Anil Kumar Jain, a director at Supertech, indicating ongoing investigations, including against Arora.

Justice Ohri observed that the mere issuance of summons to other directors does not necessarily signify incomplete investigations against Arora. The court noted that while the FSL report’s preparation isn’t within the investigating agency’s control, steps could be taken to expedite the process.

Furthermore, the court noted the respondent’s assertion that the investigation against Arora is concluded. It concluded that the mere issuance of summons or the request for additional evidence, without substantial grounds, does not entitle Arora to statutory bail.

Consequently, the statutory bail plea was dismissed by the court.

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AZB & Partners Advises on INR 23.56 Billion Sale of NHPC Limited Shares by Ministry of Power

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AZB & Partners Advises on INR 23.56 Billion Sale of NHPC Limited Shares by Ministry of Power

AZB & Partners: Senior Partners Varoon Chandra and Agnik Bhattacharyya Lead Legal Advisory for Offer for Sale Transaction

AZB & Partners recently provided legal counsel to the President of India, acting through the Ministry of Power (“Seller“), in the sale of 356,626,218 equity shares representing approximately 3.55% of NHPC Limited’s total paid-up equity share capital. The transaction amounted to INR 23.56 billion and was executed through an offer for sale on the stock exchange.

The legal team from AZB advising the Seller included Senior Partners Varoon Chandra and Agnik Bhattacharyya, Counsel Rahul Aggarwal, and associates Rajat Chadha and Harsh Vardhan Singh.

The Ministry of Power, a government department in India, is currently led by Union Cabinet Minister Raj Kumar Singh. Its responsibilities include the supervision of electricity generation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure, as well as the management of maintenance initiatives.

Functioning as an intermediary between the central government, state electricity entities, and private sector stakeholders, the ministry facilitates coordination in power-related activities. Additionally, it plays a crucial role in overseeing initiatives for rural electrification.

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Madhya Pradesh Judicial Services Exam: Supreme Court Grants Permission for Visually Impaired Candidates

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Madhya Pradesh Judicial Services Exam: Supreme Court Grants Permission for Visually Impaired Candidates

Supreme Court Intervenes to Safeguard Rights of Specially-Abled Individuals in Madhya Pradesh Judicial Services Exam

The Supreme Court, acting on its own initiative, granted permission for “visually impaired and low vision” individuals to participate in the Madhya Pradesh Judicial Services examination.

This decision came after prospective candidates challenged a recent amendment to the M.P. Judicial Services Examination Rules of 1994. The amendment, specifically Rule 6A, had effectively barred visually impaired and low vision candidates from serving in the Judicial Services.

Responding to a letter addressed to the Chief Justice of India by one of the affected candidates, the Bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, Justice J.B. Pardiwala, and Justice Manoj Misra, converted the communication into a writ petition under Article 32 of the Constitution. Their aim was to assess the legality and fairness of the contested Rule and to protect the fundamental rights of these specially-abled candidates.

During the proceedings, the Bench appointed Senior Advocate Gaurav Aggarwal as the Amicus Curiae to provide expert assistance in reaching a just decision.

The Supreme Court also appointed Ravi Raghunath as the Advocate-on-Record for the case initiated under the Court’s own motion, titled ‘In Re: Recruitment of Visually Impaired in Judicial Services’.

Furthermore, the Bench issued notices to the Central government, the State of Madhya Pradesh, and the Secretary General of the Madhya Pradesh High Court, summoning their responses on the matter.

This development follows a precedent set in 2021 by the Supreme Court in the case Vikash Kumar vs Union Public Service Commission. In that instance, the Court overturned a previous ruling that had excluded candidates with over 50 percent visual or hearing impairment from eligibility for judicial service.

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Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Advises Goldman Sachs on Whirlpool of India Equity Sale

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Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Advises Goldman Sachs on Whirlpool of India Equity Sale

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Secured for Whirlpool Mauritius Ltd’s Divestment, Yielding Rs. 3,888.48 Crores

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas provided legal counsel to Goldman Sachs (India) Securities Private Limited (referred to as the “Placement Agent”) in the sale of equity shares of Whirlpool of India Limited (referred to as the “Company”) by Whirlpool Mauritius Ltd (referred to as the “Seller”). The transaction was executed on the trading floors of the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). The Seller divested a total of 30,449,239 equity shares of the Company, representing approximately 24% of the equity share capital, through share sales conducted via screen-based trading on NSE and BSE on February 20, 2024, fetching an aggregate consideration of Rs. 3,888.48 crores (approximately).

The Transaction team consisted of Gokul Rajan, Anuj Pethia, and Adwait Deshmukh.

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Advises Goldman Sachs on Whirlpool of India Equity Sale

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Supreme Court Overturns FIR Against Professor for WhatsApp Posts

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Supreme Court Emphasizes Freedom of Speech and Expression

Emphasizing the critical need to educate and sensitize law enforcement officials on the principles of freedom of speech and expression, as well as the limits of reasonable restraint, the Supreme Court overturned a Bombay High Court decision and dismissed a First Information Report (FIR) against a college professor in Maharashtra. The professor faced charges due to his WhatsApp messages, which criticized the abrogation of Article 370 and conveyed greetings to Pakistan on its Independence Day.

The bench, comprising Justices A S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan, asserted that every Indian citizen has the right to express criticism regarding the abrogation of Article 370 and the change in Jammu and Kashmir’s status. They underscored that labeling the day of abrogation as a ‘Black Day’ is a form of protest and should not be construed as an offense under Section 153-A of the Indian Penal Code, which deals with promoting enmity between different groups.

The ruling came in response to a petition filed by Javed Ahmad Hajam, a professor in Kolhapur, who was accused of posting WhatsApp messages critical of the government’s actions. The bench affirmed that dissent expressed lawfully is integral to the rights guaranteed by Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution, emphasizing the importance of peaceful protest in a democracy.

Regarding the professor’s WhatsApp status, the court noted that it constituted his individual opinion and reaction to the constitutional amendment, not an intention to incite disharmony. The justices highlighted the need to assess such expressions based on their impact on reasonable individuals, rather than those with weaker dispositions.

The court further clarified that extending good wishes to citizens of other countries on their independence days does not amount to promoting disharmony, emphasizing that such gestures should not be construed as having malicious intent based solely on the individual’s religion.

Concluding the judgment, the bench stressed the necessity of educating law enforcement agencies on the principles of freedom of speech and expression outlined in the Constitution. They urged for a deeper understanding of democratic values and the need for reasonable restraint when dealing with expressions of dissent.

In essence, the Supreme Court’s ruling underscores the importance of upholding freedom of speech while ensuring a balanced approach to maintaining public harmony and order.

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Khaitan&Co. Advises Xpro India on INR 150 Crore QIP

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Khaitan&Co. Advises Xpro India on INR 150 Crore QIP

Khaitan&Co. Facilitate Successful Placement with Deal Team Led by Madhur Kohli

Khaitan&Co. provided legal counsel to Xpro India for its Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) totaling INR 150 crores.

The deal team comprised Madhur Kohli, Vaibhav Mittal, Aayush Virani, and Varshini Puni.

 

Xpro India Limited stands as a diversified multi-divisional company deeply rooted in the polymer processing industry. While established as a separate entity in 1998, the units under Xpro India Limited have a longstanding presence, bringing forth years of industry experience within a dynamic and youthful organizational framework.

As an integral component of the esteemed BIRLA Group, one of India’s largest and most renowned industrial conglomerates with a global footprint in manufacturing and trading, Xpro India Limited operates under a legacy of integrity, effective management, and progressive ethos. With origins dating back over 140 years, the BIRLA Group encompasses multiple divisions and publicly-listed companies, all guided by a member of the esteemed Birla Family. These entities have collectively achieved significant milestones across diverse business sectors, upholding a steadfast commitment to excellence.

Xpro India Limited boasts a dedicated workforce comprising well-trained professionals stationed across various locations. Manufacturing processes adhere to stringent quality standards, overseen by qualified personnel. The company prioritizes continuous product development and enhancement, striving to deliver utmost customer satisfaction through a steadfast dedication to excellence across all facets of operation.

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Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Advises Morgan Stanley on YES BANK Equity Sale

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Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Advises Morgan Stanley on YES BANK Equity Sale

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Secured for Equity Sale Transaction, Facilitating US-based Seller’s Divestment in YES BANK

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas served as the legal advisor to Morgan Stanley India Company Private Limited (referred to as the “Placement Agent”) concerning the sale of equity shares of YES BANK Limited (referred to as the “Company”) by CA Basque Investors (referred to as the “Seller”), an affiliate entity of The Carlyle Group based in the US. The transaction was carried out on the trading floors of the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). The Seller divested a total of 390,000,000 equity shares of the Company, equivalent to approximately 1.35% stake, through share sales executed via screen-based trading on NSE and BSE on February 16, 2024, fetching an aggregate consideration of Rs. 1,056.90 crores (approximately).

The transaction was managed by the Transaction team, which included Gokul Rajan and Adwait Deshmukh.

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