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State Consumer Commission Orders Builder to Refund ₹18.5 Lakh with Interest After 12-Year Delay in Plot AllotmentThe State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has reportedly directed a builder associated with a housing project in Mullanpur to refund ₹18.50 lakh along with interest and compensation after a homebuyer failed to receive possession of a residential plot even after more than a…

In a major relief for a homebuyer, the Consumer Commission has reportedly directed a real estate developer to refund the deposited amount along with interest and compensation after failing to deliver possession of a residential plot even after more than a decade. According to the report, the complainant had booked a residential plot in a housing project and paid approximately ₹13.62 lakh towards…

In a significant order favouring a homebuyer, the Mohali District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has reportedly directed a real estate developer to either deliver possession of a residential plot or refund the buyer’s deposited amount of approximately ₹11 lakh along with interest. The dispute relates to a residential plot booked more than fifteen years ago in a housing project. According…

Under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, appeals against orders are filed based on the forum that passed the order. Key provisions include: • District to State (Section 41): Appeals against District Commission orders are filed within 45 days, requiring a 50% pre-deposit. • State to National (Section 51): Appeals against State Commission orders. • National to Supreme Court (Section 67): Appeals…

⚖️ Insurance Firm Penalised for Wrongful Claim Rejection: Key Takeaways for PolicyholdersA recent decision by the Chandigarh Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has reinforced that insurance companies cannot arbitrarily deny genuine claims. The case serves as an important reminder of consumer rights in motor insurance disputes.—📌 Facts of the CaseThe complainant had insured his Fiat Linea car…

GMADA Officer’s Assets to Be Attached Over ₹1.4 Lakh Dues Court Orders Attachment of Official Assets for Non-Compliance Gmada Estate Office Complaint In a strict enforcement action, a Lok Adalat ordered attachment of assets belonging to a Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) officer for failing to comply with compensation orders. 🔍 BackgroundA resident filed a complaint…

Mohali Consumer Court Orders Builders to Refund ₹13 Lakh to HomebuyerIn a significant win for homebuyers, the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Mohali, has directed builders to refund ₹13 lakh (with interest) to a buyer for failing to complete construction and provide essential approvals. Case BackgroundThe complainant had booked an independent floor in Mohali and paid…

Based on the most recent Supreme Court of India rulings (as of February 2026), the Court has established a strong precedent of holding real estate developers accountable for delayed possession by enforcing 18% interest on refunds and ensuring Occupancy Certificates (OC) are non-negotiable before delivery. [1, 2, 3] Delay Compensation Lawyer Advocate Supreme Court Key highlights of the latest…