#continuous cause of action

The Bombay High Court has ruled that unlawful subletting constitutes a continuing wrong under Section 22 of the Limitation Act, 1963, meaning the 12-year limitation period for eviction begins only when the subtenant vacates the premises. This empowers landlords to pursue eviction even decades after initial unauthorized occupation, provided possession persists, and reshapes strategy in long-standing tenancy disputes.

Delhi State Consumer Commission rules that developers' failure to deliver possession is a continuing deficiency in service, extending limitation periods. The Commission also caps forfeiture of earnest money at 10% of the sale price, deeming higher deductions unreasonable under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. This sets a precedent for homebuyers seeking relief against delayed projects and excessive penalties.