NRI Legal Services can be for Title Search, Property Partition, Property Transfer, Banking/Finance Matters, Succession Certificate, and Litigation between Family Members, Builder Buyer Disputes, Real Estate Investment, Adverse Possession claims, Tenant-Landlord Disputes, and many more. You just name it and we’ll have the legal resolution for you the next day. For NRI or any foreign … Read more
Framing of Charges Challenged in High Court Revision discussing the maintainability grounds. If you are aggrieved by the framing of charges, you can challenge it in the High Court by filing a revision. You can claim that the charge sheet and documents do not provide any grounds to presume that you committed the offense. Framing … Read more
Wrongful termination in India involves dismissal violating contracts, laws (like discrimination, unfair procedure), or company policy, with key cases often revolving around reinstatement, compensation (back wages), and procedural fairness, as seen in instances like Kailash Singh v. Mayo College (educational institutions) or various rulings where courts order employers to reinstate with back pay or pay … Read more
A criminal complaint in India is initiated either by registering an FIR (cognizable offenses) with the police or by filing a private complaint directly with a Magistrate under Section 200 of the CrPC/BNSS. It requires detailed allegations, evidence, and a list of witnesses to be filed in the jurisdictional Magistrate court. Methods of Initiating Criminal … Read more
Paradigm Business Ventures has faced consumer complaints regarding real estate projects, specifically concerning delays in construction and possession of flats, despite buyers having paid a significant portion of the cost (e.g., ~72% in one case). Issues include failure to obtain timely approvals, stopping construction, and disputes over whether buyers are investors or genuine users. Key Details … Read more
Complaints against builders in the Tricity area (Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula), including Tricity Media Co-operative House Building Society, often involve possession delays, contractual disputes, and poor amenities. Aggrieved consumers can file complaints through the RERA Punjab authority, state consumer commissions, or the National Consumer Helpline (NCH) at 1915. Key Avenues for Complaint in Tricity: RERA Punjab: The Real Estate Regulatory … Read more
Consumers have filed complaints against Gillco Developers & Builders Pvt Ltd regarding delayed possession of units in projects like Gillco Valley, Sector 127, prompting legal action through the Real Estate Regulatory Authority, Punjab (RERA) and consumer forums. Key issues include delayed construction, failure to deliver possession, and demands for refunds. Several cases have resulted in settlements or orders … Read more
Compassionate appointment in the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) department, as handled by the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), is a specialized service matter governed by strict Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines designed to provide immediate relief to families in extreme financial distress due to the death or medical retirement of a government servant. … Read more
The Chandigarh Bench of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) recently dismissed an application from Dr. Gurvinder Pal Thami, Director-Principal of GMCH-32, seeking a service extension beyond 62 years, reinforcing strict adherence to retirement age policies. The tribunal handles various service-related disputes, including contractual regularization and pension matters. Key Recent Developments & Cases: GMCH-32 Director-Principal Case: The CAT Chandigarh dismissed … Read more
ACP (Assured Career Progression) grant in Chandigarh, primarily governed by Chandigarh Administration (adopting Punjab/Haryana rules) and UT-specific policies, provides financial upgradation upon completion of 4/9/14 or 10/20/30 years of service. Key issues include the mandatory 4/9/14 option for some, 1st ACP eligibility after service regularization, and the requirement of ICT skills. Key Aspects of ACP … Read more
Res Judicata in the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) prohibits the re-litigation of issues previously decided by the same or a competent court, promoting finality in service matters. Based on CPC Section 11, it applies when parties and causes of action are identical, preventing repetitive, frivolous, or delayed petitions, often linked with limitation issues. Key Aspects of … Read more
Complaints regarding Sushma Elite Cross in Zirakpur (Dhakoli) primarily involve issues with possession delays, legal disputes regarding construction quality, and poor mobile network connectivity. Cases have been registered with the State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission. Key Complaint Details: Possession Delays: Buyers have faced significant delays in receiving possession of their units, leading to legal action. Quality and Amenities: Some residents have reported concerns … Read more
Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) handles service extension disputes for central government employees, often focusing on eligibility criteria like age, medical fitness, and performance records. Cases often involve disputes over extensions beyond superannuation (e.g., 55-57 years) or denial of service extensions due to pending vigilance inquiries. Key details regarding CAT service extension cases include: Key Issues: Common … Read more
House accommodation matters, including allotment, retention, and eviction, fall under the jurisdiction of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) as service disputes. Key principles include that government housing is a privilege, not a vested right, and retention beyond permissible periods is not allowed. Key Aspects of House Accommodation in CAT Service Matters: Jurisdiction: CAT handles disputes regarding … Read more
Complaints against Shivalik Infrastructure and Developers primarily involve project delays, failure to deliver possession of flats/plots, and misappropriation of funds, leading buyers to file cases in consumer forums and RERA for refunds, interest, and compensation, with several rulings ordering refunds and damages against the developer for deficiency in service and unfair trade practices. Buyers often seek money … Read more
Consumer cases against Emerging Valley Pvt Ltd frequently result in orders for a full refund of deposit amounts (ranging from ₹6.97 lakh to ₹24 lakh+) plus 9–12% annual interest and compensation for harassment, driven by failure to deliver property possession, lack of approvals, and project delays. Several cases note the company failed to deliver, leading … Read more
Gratuity must be paid within 30 days of retirement or resignation, with 10% annual interest generally mandated for delays. CAT cases often award interest ranging from GPF rates to 18% per annum, depending on whether the delay was due to administrative fault. Key Aspects of CAT Cases on Delayed Gratuity: Timeline and Interest Rate: If gratuity … Read more
Emerging Valley Pvt. Ltd. faces multiple legal complaints regarding non-delivery of plots/apartments, lack of project approvals, and failure to refund investors in Mohali, Punjab. Numerous consumers have filed cases with RERA Punjab and consumer courts, resulting in orders for refunds, interest, and arrest warrants for MD Gurpreet Singh Sidhu. Key details of complaints against Emerging … Read more
Complaints against TDI Infracorp (or TDI Infrastructure Ltd) in Haryana are commonly filed before the Haryana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (HARERA) Panchkula or the State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission for issues such as delayed possession, non-registration of deeds, and failure to provide promised amenities, often resulting in orders for refunds, interest payments, or handing over of possession. Key Details … Read more
Complaints against Suncity Builders/Projects Pvt. Ltd. in Haryana RERA often relate to significant delays in possession, unjustified demands for extra charges, and failure to provide amenities, with numerous cases filed regarding projects like Suncity Heights (Rohtak) and various Gurugram developments. Homebuyers can file complaints on the HARERA website to seek possession, interest on delayed payments … Read more
PGIMER Nursing Officer cases at the CAT Chandigarh Tribunal involve disputes over recruitment (like “backdoor entry” claims by external candidates vs. NINE students), study leave conditions (quashing unreasonable riders for MSc), and maternity leave (e.g., Deepika Singh‘s case on “second” child status, eventually appealed to Supreme Court). These cases highlight conflicts between PGI’s internal policies and … Read more
Complaints against Maya Garden City (Barnala Builders) in Zirakpur often involve delays in possession, lack of completion certificates, and unfulfilled promised returns. RERA Punjab has directed the builder in several cases to pay interest for delayed possession, compensate for mental agony, or refund amounts, with some complaints highlighting issues in both residential and commercial units. … Read more
A protest petition is a legal mechanism allowing a victim or complainant to challenge a “negative” police report (Final Report/Closure Report) in a criminal case. It is filed before a Magistrate when the police fail to find evidence or recommend closing the case. The Magistrate can accept the report, order further investigation, or treat the … Read more
In this post we will discuss about an a petition by a proclaimed offender for Anticipatory bail wherein the court dismissed the petition and the petitioner was directed to surrender before the trial Magistrate within seven days. In this post we will discuss about a Petition filed by a Public Offender for concession of grant … Read more
In this post we will discuss about a writ petition that was filed for correction of date of Birth in CBSE certificate. The decision of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in the case of Jigya Yadav v. Central Board of Secondary Education, reported in (2021) 7 SCC 535. The prayer is to be made by the … Read more
The Punjab and Haryana High Court in Chandigarh frequently hears RCR (Restitution of Conjugal Rights) transfer petitions under Section 24 of the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC). Courts generally allow transferring cases to a more convenient location, such as from a husband’s place to the wife’s residence, to ensure fairness, especially when financial or safety concerns … Read more
Jurisdiction of Indian courts is decided based on subject matter, territorial limits, and pecuniary (monetary) value, as defined by the Constitution and procedural codes like CPC (civil) and CrPC (criminal). Civil courts are generally determined by where the cause of action arises or the defendant resides, while criminal courts are determined by where the offense was committed. … Read more
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