Hyderabad: Justice S. Nanda of the Telangana High Court disapproved the practice of educational institutions in withholding certificates of candidates. The judge was dealing with a plea filed by Mohhamad Mahiveena, a BSc and horticulture student in the College of Veterinary Science in Korutla, Jagtial district. The petitioner stated that initially she was admitted in Mamata Dental College, Khammam, where she had deposited her original certificates like secondary school certificates, Intermediate pass certificate-cum-memorandum of marks and conduct certificates along with tuition fee that totalled up to '88,250, which was allegedly not refunded when she moved out of the dental college to pursue horticulture. Earlier, the judge, as an interim relief, directed the college to return the certificates within a week. While disposing of the matter on Saturday, the judge directed the college in Khammam to remit the fee deposited by the candidate.
Toddy tappers challenge suspension of licence
Justice B. Vijaysen Reddy of the Telangana High Court while not granting suspension on action taken against toddy shops at the instance of the State Election Commission wanted the state government to respond to various issues raised in a writ petition filed by the Toddy Tappers Cooperative Society (TTCS). The society was challenging the suspension of their toddy shop licences. The petitioner argued that the proceedings initiated by the district prohibition and excise officer, which led to the suspension of the licence, were illegal, arbitrary, and unreasonable and contrary to the TS Excise Act 1968. The petitioners contended that the action could only have been at the instance of the deputy superintendent of police. Counsel for the respondent informed the court that the raids on toddy shops were conducted based on the orders of the Election Commission. The judge expressed strong disapproval and said the Election Commission seemed to prioritise public health only during the elections and accused them of neglecting the issue before and after the electoral process. The judge expressed reluctance to grant an interim order, stating that if the matter did not involve an NDPS Act offence. The judge further scrutinised the motives behind the police raid, especially pointing to the alleged orders from the Election Commission.
Engg. official faulted for defaulting on EMD dues
Justice T. Vinod Kumar of the Telangana High Court faulted the general manager of Engineering O and M Division, Rajendranagar, for its alleged failure to re-pay EMD and FSD to the petitioner. The judge was dealing with a writ plea filed by K. Pothu Raju, the appearing party in person, who complained that the general manager had not disposed-off the representation seeking a refund of the amount that was due to him towards earnest money deposit and further security deposit. He alleged that the authorities had to pay Rs 33,900 towards EMD and Rs 33,900 as FSD, which was deducted from the final bill with the respondent in 2016. The judge citing a ruling of the apex court said the petitioner has an alternative remedy than to invoke the extraordinary jurisdiction of this court. However, the judge granted three weeks to the general manager to file its response.
