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The Orissa High Court denied bail to BJD leader Dillip Kumar Nayak, arrested in a multi-crore cheating case. Justice Satapathy cited serious financial impropriety and the ongoing investigation, noting it's too early to deem the case civil. Nayak faces allegations of duping an investor of over Rs 15 crore in a real estate venture.

US authorities are reportedly moving to end fraud cases against Gautam Adani, with the Department of Justice potentially dropping criminal charges and the SEC nearing a settlement in its civil case. This development could offer a significant legal reprieve for the billionaire and the Adani Group, which has been facing regulatory scrutiny.

Stocks of several Adani Group firms, including Adani Enterprises, Adani Green, Adani Power, Adani Ports, Adani Energy and Adani Total Gas, rose by as much as 3.5% after the case was effectively closed the securities and wire alleged fraud case in New York.

Indian consumers now have a streamlined path to justice for defective products and poor services. The Consumer Protection Act, 2019, empowers individuals to file complaints with consumer commissions, bypassing lengthy civil court procedures. Cases are categorized by value, with online filing available, offering a swift resolution for grievances.

Judge Marcus became an unexpected viral topic after Clavicular’s Miami courtroom hearing clips spread online. Social media users joked that the Florida judge “mogged” the streamer during the case linked to the Everglades livestream controversy. While fans debated facial symmetry scores online, Clavicular accepted a plea deal that helped him avoid jail time but came with several legal conditions.

A Dhanbad hospital owner has filed a complaint against Deepankar Nath, alleging he was defrauded of Rs 15 lakh. Nath reportedly promised hospital empanelment and regulatory approvals from various agencies, providing forged certificates. The fraud was uncovered when a PCPNDT certificate was found to be fake.

Tenants facing issues with security deposit refunds after vacating flats can find recourse. Landlords cannot arbitrarily withhold funds; deductions must be for genuine damages or unpaid dues. The Model Tenancy Act proposes limits on deposits. If disputes arise, tenants should document everything, send formal notices, and consider mediation before legal action.

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Business in India can turn personal very fast. Sometimes, one soured partnership is all it takes for the police to enter the story