Consumer Cases Weekly Round-Up: 15th to 21st January 2024

National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission National Consumer Commission Holds Oriental Insurance Liable For Deficiency In Service The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, presided by Subhash Chandra(member), held that the Custom Bonded Warehouse schemes don't require the insured to own the stocked goods to claim the insurance policy and held Oriental Insurance company liable for service deficiency. National Consumer Commission Holds RPS Infrastructure Liable For Deficiency In Service The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, presided by Subhash Chandra(member), in a complaint against RPS Infrastructure, held that relying on force majeure conditions is unacceptable unless they are adequately substantiated with specific evidence that directly connects external factors to project delays. Compensation Beyond The Date Of The Offer Of Possession Is Not Justifiable: NCDRC The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, presided by Subhash Chandra (member) in a case against Shipra Estate, held that compensation for delayed possession is typically granted only until the valid offer of possession. In this context, the claim for compensation beyond the date of the possession offer is deemed unjustifiable. Immediate Reporting Of Theft To Police Is Crucial For Insurer Liability In Claims: National Consumer Commission The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, presided by Subhash Chandra, dismissed a revision petition alleging deficiency of service against Oriental Insurance. NCDRC Holds DLF Home Developers Ltd. Liable For Deficiency In Service, Orders A Refund The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) has ruled in favor of the complainants in a case related to a flat booked in the Hyde Park Estate, New Chandigarh. The judgment, delivered by the Commission, directs the developer to refund an amount exceeding Rs. 1 crore to the complainants. Forfeiture Of Earnest Money In Case Of Breach Should Be Reasonable And Based On Actual Damage: National Consumer Commission The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, comprising Subhash Chandra(President) and Bharatkumar Pandya (member), in a case relating to Oasis Landmarks, held that in the event of a contract breach, it is reasonable to forfeit only 10% of the fundamental sale price as “earnest money” and not more. National Consumer Commission Holds Parsvnath Developers Liable For Deficiency In Service Over Delayed Delivery Of Possession The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, consisting of Ram Surat Ram Maurya (President) and Bharatkumar Pandya (member), held that the buyer cannot be made to wait for an infinite period to deliver possession, considering such a delay as deficiency of service. Delhi State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission Crew's Rude Behavior When Asked For Water In Flight, Delhi State Consumer Commission Enhances Compensation Against Emirates The Delhi State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission bench comprising Rajan Sharma (Judicial Member) and Bimla Kumari (Female) held Emirates Airlines liable for deficiency in service for ignoring the request to provide water to the Complainant's son and subsequently behaving rudely while dismissing the request at 2 occasions. The bench directed it to pay Rs. 1.5 Lakhs (Compensation and Litigation Costs) to the Complainant. State Consumer Commission, Uttar Pradesh State Consumer Commission, UP Holds Sahara Prime City Ltd Liable For Deficiency In Service And Ordered To Compensate Homebuyer For Delay In Possession The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Uttar Pradesh, led by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ashok Kumar, has ruled in favor of homebuyer against Sahara Prime City Ltd. The case sheds light on the challenges faced by the complainants who, despite substantial payments, were denied possession of their allotted unit. This decision emphasizes the imperative for accountability in real estate transactions and sets a significant precedent for consumer protection in the industry. State Consumer Commission, Uttar Pradesh State Consumer Commission, UP Rules In Favor Of Student, Orders College To Refund Fees And Compensate For Mental Distress State Consumer Commission, UP presided over by Mr. Justice Ashok Kumar, the Chairman, declared a verdict in favor of the appellant, Ketan Kumar Singh, in a dispute against S.M. College of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Research. The appeal was filed against the order of the District Consumer Protection Commission, Mathura. The appellant sought relief under the Consumer Protection Act, presenting his case against the college's refusal to refund his fees. State Consumer Commission, Uttar Pradesh Uttar Pradesh State Commission Holds Air India For Deficiency In Services And Directs To Pay 20 Lakhs Compensation The State Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission, ...

Consumer Cases Weekly Round-Up: 15th to 21st January 2024

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