Merger control notice and disclosure rules: Supreme Court limits penalties, rejects reopening of approved combination, and sets aside adverse findings...
Violation of principles of natural justice due to absence of appellant's counsel during proceedings. High Court noted counsel's absence on certain dates, but matter reserved on 29.04.2024 without hearing. Unexpectedly relisted on 18.07.2024 without counsel's presence. Impugned order cancelling bail passed on 25.07.2024 without hearing appellant's counsel who had obtained bail from trial court. Impugned order set aside, matter remanded to High Court to reconsider respondent's application for cancellation of bail after hearing both sides. Appellant to ensure counsel's presence, avoid delay.
Violation of principles of natural justice due to absence of appellant's counsel during proceedings. High Court noted counsel's absence on certain dates, but matter reserved on 29.04.2024 without hearing. Unexpectedly relisted on 18.07.2024 without counsel's presence. Impugned order cancelling bail passed on 25.07.2024 without hearing appellant's counsel who had obtained bail from trial court. Impugned order set aside, matter remanded to High Court to reconsider respondent's application for cancellation of bail after hearing both sides. Appellant to ensure counsel's presence, avoid delay.
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