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Issues involved: Ownership of containers, auction of goods, directions for handling hazardous materials, distribution of auction proceeds.
Ownership of containers: The petitioner, as the agent of the shipping line, claims ownership of the containers on behalf of the shipping line. Owners of goods in the containers, except one respondent, have been proceeded ex parte. Auction of goods: Interim directions are given for auctioning the contents of the containers, except for one container with hazardous materials. After the auction, successful parties will receive the goods, and containers will be returned to the shipping line upon fulfilling certain conditions. Directions for handling hazardous materials: Specific directions are provided for a container reportedly containing hazardous materials, in line with a Supreme Court order. Another container not with the respondent is mentioned separately. Distribution of auction proceeds: The proceeds from the auction will first cover auction expenses, then customs duty payable to the respondent, and the balance will be retained as demurrage/ground rent. Any excess amount will be deposited in a fixed deposit with a specified bank. Conclusion: The writ petition is satisfied regarding most containers, with only one aspect pending for further directions. The case is set for renotification for directions on a specified date.
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