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SC Declines Plea on Delhi HC Ruling in Signature View Case

Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of the content: NEW DELHI: On Friday, the Supreme Court declined to consider a petition that challenged a Delhi High Court ruling stating that there would be no halt to the demolition of the Signature View Apartments in Mukherjee Nagar, New Delhi. The petition was presented to a bench comprising Justices Sanjay Kumar and Alok Aradhe, seeking a suspension of the interim order issued by a division bench of the high court on September 17. The Signature View Apartments are part of a multi-storey residential project initiated by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) in 2010.…

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Delhi: Signature View Apartments to Face Power, Water Outage

NEW DELHI: Civic agencies are set to terminate essential services, including water and electricity, to Signature View Apartments on October 13. During a meeting held by the MCD on Monday, it was revealed that the Delhi High Court has mandated a deadline for residents to vacate by October 12. Under the leadership of Civil Lines zone deputy commissioner Anshul Sirohi, instructions were given to Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (TPDDL) to finalize disconnection of electricity by October 13, along with a directive to the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) to suspend water services. Police officials from Mukherjee Nagar were asked to…

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Delhi HC: MCD’s higher luxury hotel tax not arbitrary

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has stated that the increase in property tax rates for luxury hotels imposed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi cannot be considered “arbitrary or capricious,” especially when viewed in the context of their target clientele’s economic background. The court explained that luxury hotels actively pursue star ratings, positioning themselves within a niche aimed at affluent customers while providing premium experiences at high prices. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav, delivering the judgment on September 12 (published on the court’s website on September 16), noted, “The legislative intent behind the higher property tax rates for these establishments…

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SC Denies Time Extension for DHFL Promoter’s Surrender

The Supreme Court declined to extend the deadline for Dheeraj Wadhawan, former promoter of Dewan Housing Finance Corporation, to surrender in connection with a bank loan fraud case. Previously, on August 5, the apex court dismissed the medical bail granted by the Delhi High Court last September and mandated his surrender within two weeks. Wadhawan is implicated in a substantial bank loan fraud exceeding ₹34,000 crores, reportedly the most significant case of its kind in India. “We are not willing to extend the surrender timeline as requested by Wadhawan. However, acknowledging his potential need for medical care as per reports…

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SC Revokes DHFL Promoter’s Bail, Orders Surrender in 2 Weeks

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday revoked the bail previously granted to former DHFL promoter Dheeraj Wadhawan in connection with a substantial bank loan scam. A bench comprising Justices Sanjay Kumar and Satish Chandra Sharma issued the order after reviewing a medical board’s report and instructed Wadhawan to surrender within two weeks. The Delhi High Court had granted him bail on September 9, 2024, citing medical reasons, stating that Wadhawan fit the definition of a “sick person”. This ruling followed an appeal by the CBI against the high court’s decision. Additional Solicitor General S V Raju, representing the agency,…

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Delhi HC Rejects Bail for DHFL Promoter in ₹34,926 Crore Fraud

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court denied bail to DHFL promoter Kapil Wadhawan in a Rs 34,926 crore bank fraud case, citing his “unreproachable” conduct in custody. Justice Ravinder Dudeja stated that such economic crimes affect not just individual victims but the entire financial system. The CBI alleges that Wadhawan was the principal architect of a significant financial fraud, diverting and misappropriating approximately Rs 34,926 crore from a consortium of 17 banks. The judge noted, “The applicant’s conduct during custody has not been beyond reproach. Allegations of manipulating valuable assets and transactions during judicial custody are serious and imply continued…

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Delhi HC requests government response on alleged illegal construction

NEW DELHI: On Wednesday, the Delhi High Court requested responses from the Delhi government, MCD, and DDA regarding a petition calling for a ban on unauthorized constructions in various parts of the national capital, particularly Jaitpur extension and Badarpur. A bench headed by Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela issued a notice to the respondents, instructing them to provide a response by July 30. The court was reviewing claims that illegal constructions were responsible for accidents, including building collapses, and endangering local lives. The petition asserted that unauthorized constructions in Jaitpur extension-II had obstructed residents from…

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Delhi HC asks DDA to restore trust with Signature View residents

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court highlighted a significant “trust deficit” between the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and the residents of Signature View Apartments. The court urged the civic agency to take steps to “establish trust” with the residents. The Chief Justice DK Upadhyay and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela addressed the ongoing stalemate where residents have refused to vacate the towers deemed dangerous. They emphasized the need for both parties to seek a resolution and “move ahead” with the completion of the project. The bench stated, “There is a lot of trust deficit. The residents’ concerns are valid. Trust needs…

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Delhi HC notices police on Gopal Ansal’s FIR quashing plea

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court issued a notice to police on Monday regarding a petition filed by real estate mogul Gopal Ansal, who seeks to quash an FIR against him related to a cheating case stemming from the Uphaar fire tragedy. The FIR was prompted by a complaint from a buyer of land within a project managed by Ansal Buildwell Limited. Justice Amit Mahajan requested a status report from Delhi Police, with the hearing set for September 10. The High Court further instructed the state not to take coercive actions against the petitioner until the next hearing date. A…

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Delhi HC Dismisses Plea to Oversee ED Probe into IREO Residences

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has affirmed the Enforcement Directorate’s investigation into the real estate company IREO Residences and dismissed a petition claiming bias against the agency. Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora issued the ruling on Wednesday, criticizing petitioner Gulshan Babbar for omitting vital information and imposing a fine of Rs 1.25 lakh for misleading the court. Babbar alleged that the Enforcement Directorate had failed to properly investigate financial discrepancies amounting to Rs 1,317 crore related to bank loans and land transactions in Gurugram. The High Court dismissed Babbar’s petitions due to lack of standing and maintainability. Published On…