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Supreme Court Stays Aravalli Verdict, Says Clarifications Needed on Definitions

Supreme Court Aravalli Hills Case News: New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday stayed its recent judgment on the Aravalli Hills, saying that certain clarifications were necessary regarding the definitions it had approved last month. The Court also decided to constitute a new committee of experts to study the environmental impact of the recommendations made by an earlier panel, which was largely comprised of bureaucrats.

Supreme Court to hold special vacation sitting on December 29 to hear CBI plea against Kuldeep Singh Sengar bail

Supreme Court Unnao Rape Case Kuldeep Singh Sengar: New Delhi: The Supreme Court will hold a special sitting during its winter vacation on December 29 to hear the Central Bureau of Investigation’s (CBI) appeal challenging the suspension of the life sentence granted to former Uttar Pradesh MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape case.

LKS, Latham Act on Inox Clean Energy’s Acquisition of 1,337 MW Wind-Solar Portfolio From Macquarie

LKS, Latham Act on Inox Clean Energy’s Acquisition of 1,337 MW Wind-Solar Portfolio From Macquarie: New Delhi: Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan Attorneys (LKS) and Latham & Watkins have acted on Inox Clean Energy Limited’s acquisition of a 1,337 MW renewable energy platform from Macquarie Corporate Holdings Pty Limited and other shareholders, in a transaction that significantly strengthens Inox’s footprint in India’s renewable energy sector.

Non-Signatories Cannot Compel Arbitration, Supreme Court Rules in HPCL Case

Supreme Court Explains Case Law on Enforcement of Arbitration Clause by non-signatory to a Contract: New Delhi — In a significant ruling tightening the law on arbitration, the Supreme Court has held that a sub-contractor who is not a signatory to a contract cannot force arbitration against the principal employer unless it can establish a clear and “veritable” legal relationship with the parties to the arbitration agreement.

Resignation Forfeits Pension, But Gratuity Is a Statutory Right: Supreme Court

Supreme Court Case Law on Gratuity Payments in India: New Delhi, December 9, 2025 — The Supreme Court on Monday delivered a significant ruling clarifying the legal distinction between resignation and voluntary retirement, holding that resignation leads to forfeiture of pensionary benefits, while gratuity remains a statutory entitlement even after resignation.

‘Sar tan se juda’ slogan challenges India’s integrity, incites rebellion: Allahabad High Court

Allahabad High Court News: Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has held that the slogan “gustakh-e-nabi ki ek saza, sar tan se juda” (for insulting the Prophet, there is one punishment: beheading) amounts to a challenge to the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India, as it incites people to armed rebellion and undermines the authority of…

How Impeachment of Judges Works in India — Process, History, and the Latest Cases

Explained – How Impeachment of Judges Works in India — Process, History, and the Latest Cases: India’s mechanism for removing judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts is one of the most stringent in the world. The Constitution deliberately sets a high threshold to protect judicial independence while still allowing Parliament to act in cases of serious misconduct. The process is laid out in Article 124(4) for Supreme Court judges and Article 218 for High Court judges, with additional procedures defined in the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968.

Karnataka High Court Recalls Stay on State’s Paid Menstrual Leave Policy Within Hours

Karnataka High Court Paid Menstrual Leave Policy Order:  December 9, 2025 Bengaluru: In a dramatic turn of events on Tuesday, the Karnataka High Court recalled an interim order it had passed earlier in the day staying the State government’s new policy granting one day of paid menstrual leave per month to women employees across various establishments.

Over 100 MPs Move Impeachment Motion Against Madras High Court Judge GR Swaminathan

Madras High Court Judge GR Swaminathan Impeachment: New Delhi — A total of 107 Members of Parliament from the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and several opposition parties have submitted an impeachment motion in the Lok Sabha seeking the removal of Madras High Court judge Justice GR Swaminathan. The motion accuses the judge of bias, lack of impartiality, and decisions allegedly influenced by “a particular political ideology,” in violation of India’s secular constitutional framework.

SC Flags ‘Chilling Effect’ of Insensitive Judicial Remarks in Sexual Assault Cases, Mulls Comprehensive Guidelines

Supreme Court Considers Guidelines for High Courts on Insensitive Remarks on Sexual Assault Cases: New Delhi, December 8 — The Supreme Court on Monday warned that insensitive judicial observations in sexual assault cases could have a “chilling effect” on survivors, their families and society, as it considered framing comprehensive guidelines for courts across the country.

AI-Based Resolution of Cheque Bounce Cases Feasible, Says Ex-CJI Justice Chandrachud

AI-Based Resolution of Cheque Bounce Cases Feasible, Says Ex-CJI Justice Chandrachud: New Delhi, India – Former Chief Justice of India, Justice DY Chandrachud, has suggested that artificial intelligence (AI) could be used to resolve certain categories of litigation, particularly cheque dishonour cases, as part of efforts to address India’s growing judicial pendency. Speaking at the IBA Litigation and ADR Symposium on Saturday, Justice Chandrachud highlighted the potential of AI in accelerating the adjudication of transactional disputes without compromising fairness.

Mediation Must Move Beyond Elite Legal Spaces: Former CJI BR Gavai

Mediation Must Move Beyond Elite Legal Spaces: Former CJI BR Gavai: Mumbai, India – Mediation in India must shift from being an elite legal practice to a more inclusive, community-driven approach, former Chief Justice of India BR Gavai urged at the International Mediation and Dispute Resolution Conference 2025, held at DY Patil University, Navi Mumbai, on Saturday.

JSA Advises Baashyaam Group on $144 Million Acquisition of Haddows Road Property in Chennai

Chennai, India – Baashyaam Group has successfully acquired the Haddows Road property in Nungambakkam, Chennai, from Standard Chartered Bank’s subsidiary, Standard Chartered Global Business Services Private Limited. The transaction, valued at approximately ₹1,200 crore (USD 144 million), marks a significant expansion for Baashyaam Group in one of Chennai’s prime commercial locations.

Supreme Court’s New Rules for Mentioning, Adjournment, and Urgent Listings Come into Force

Supreme Court’s New Rules for Mentioning, Adjournment and Urgent Listing: New Delhi, India – November 2025 – In a significant move to streamline the judicial process, the Supreme Court of India has announced a set of new procedural rules that will come into effect on Monday, December 1, 2025. These rules aim to overhaul the procedures for urgent case listings, adjournment requests, and the oral mentioning of matters before the Court, bringing greater transparency, consistency, and predictability to the system.

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Advises on Rs 7,191 Crore Bharti Airtel Share Sale

Bharti Airtel Share Sale: Mumbai, India – November 27, 2025 – In a landmark transaction in the Indian capital markets, Indian Continent Investment Limited (ICIL) has successfully sold 34,300,000 equity shares of Bharti Airtel Limited for an aggregate consideration of ₹7,191 crore. The shares were sold on the screen-based trading platform of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE), marking a significant liquidity event for the telecom giant.

AI Could Resolve 60% of India’s Litigation Backlog, Says Supreme Court Judge Justice Manmohan at AI Summit

AI Could Resolve 60% of India’s Litigation Backlog: Justice Manmohan: New Delhi, India – November 29, 2025 – The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into India’s judicial process could revolutionize the country’s legal system, with AI potentially resolving more than 60 percent of litigation by automating routine, small-ticket cases. This ambitious prediction was made by Supreme Court Justice Manmohan during his keynote address at the India Law, AI, and Tech Summit 2025 held in Delhi on Saturday.

Supreme Court Raps Patna High Court Over Arbitration Review, Calls Process a “Foe in Practice”

New Delhi, November 2025 — The Supreme Court of India has once again underscored its commitment to minimizing judicial interference in arbitration, this time in a strong judgment that criticized the Patna High Court for revisiting an order that had already appointed an arbitrator in a commercial dispute. The judgment, delivered by a bench of Justices Pardiwala and Mahadevan, included an incisive remark: “Arbitration is often a friend in conferences but a foe in practice,” highlighting the tension between the theoretical benefits of arbitration and the hurdles it faces when parties resist or manipulate the process in reality.

Sudeep Pharma Raises ₹895 Crore in Successful IPO with Legal Support from CAM, S&R, and Hogan Lovells

Sudeep Pharma IPO: Mumbai, India – November 2025 – Sudeep Pharma Limited, a technology-driven manufacturer of excipients and specialty ingredients for the pharmaceutical, food, and nutrition industries, has successfully raised ₹895 crore through its initial public offering (IPO). The offering consisted of a fresh issue of equity shares and an offer for sale (OFS) by the promoter selling shareholders.

Argus Partners Advises on Stanza Living’s Rs 282 Crore Series A Funding

Stanza Living’s Series A Funding: Mumbai, India – November 2025 – Stanza Living, a leading managed accommodation platform catering to students and working professionals, has successfully raised ₹282.8 crore (approximately $32 million) in its Series E funding round. The round was led by Accel, with participation from Motilal Oswal, as the company continues its expansion in the rapidly growing market for student and professional housing.

Trilegal, Addleshaw Goddard, MAQ Advise JSW Group’s Pact with Minerals Development Oman

JSW Partners with Minerals Development Oman: Muscat, Oman – November 2025 – JSW Group, one of India’s leading industrial conglomerates, has entered into a strategic partnership with Minerals Development Oman SAOC (MDO), the Sultanate of Oman’s state-owned mine developer and operator, to develop a 27 million tons per annum (MTPA) greenfield port facility and mining operations for gypsum and limestone. The agreement marks a significant step in JSW Group’s ongoing global expansion strategy, particularly in the mining and infrastructure sectors.

Judiciary has played a stabilising role in India’s economic transformation: CJI BR Gavai

Judiciary’s Role in India’s Economic Transformation: CJI BR Gavai: In a landmark address at the 6th Full Meeting of the Standing International Forum of Commercial Courts (SIFoCC) in New Delhi, Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai underscored the pivotal role played by India’s judiciary in the country’s ongoing economic transformation. He emphasized that the Indian legal system has acted as a stabilizing force, ensuring that the growth of commerce and industry remains firmly anchored in the constitutional principles of fairness, equity, and justice.

Induced Religious Conversions of Tribals by Missionaries Threaten India’s Unity: Chhattisgarh High Court

Induced Religious Conversions of Tribals by Missionaries Threaten India’s Unity: Raipur, November 3, 2025: The Chhattisgarh High Court has expressed serious concern over the phenomenon of induced religious conversions among tribal communities, observing that large-scale conversions to Christianity—particularly those driven by inducement or coercion—pose a threat to India’s unity and cultural continuity.

Kerala Advocates Oppose Supreme Court Ruling on District Judge Appointments; Call for Review Petition

Kochi, November 3, 2025: A group of 201 practising lawyers in Kerala have moved a resolution before the Kerala High Court Advocates’ Association (KHCAA) opposing the recent Supreme Court judgment in Rejanish KV v. K Deepa & Ors, which allows judicial officers with prior experience as lawyers to be considered for appointment as District Judges under the Bar quota.

Delhi Court Orders Action Against Police Officer for Filing False Report, Faults Probe in Gunfight Case

Delhi Court Orders Action Against Police Officer for Filing False Report: New Delhi | October 31, 2025. A  Delhi court has ordered departmental action against a police officer after finding that he filed a false report to mislead the court and conducted a shoddy investigation in a criminal case arising from a neighborhood gunfight. The…

Explained: Why the Supreme Court Ruled That Not Every Lawyer Is an Advocate

Explained: Why Every Lawyer Is Not an Advocate: The Supreme Court recently declared that in-house lawyers are not “advocates” under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), interpreting a clause on professional privilege — it revisited a core distinction within India’s legal profession: the line between having a law degree and having the right to practise law.…

AIBE XX Registration Last Date Today; Exam Scheduled for November 30, 2025

AIBE XX Registration, Exam Date Schedule: New Delhi, October 29, 2025: The Bar Council of India (BCI) has announced an extension of the registration deadline for the 20th edition of the All India Bar Examination (AIBE XX) to Friday (October 31, 2025). The national-level examination, mandatory for law graduates seeking to practice in India, will be held on November 30, 2025.

Central Government Clears Justice Surya Kant as Next Chief Justice of India

Justice Surya Kant – Next Chief Justice of India: New Delhi, October 31, 2025 — In a significant development on Thursday, the Central government officially cleared the appointment of Supreme Court Justice Surya Kant as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI). The appointment will take effect from November 24, 2025, following the retirement of the current CJI, BR Gavai, on November 23.

Rubicon Research Raises USD 155.7 million Through IPO, AZB & Partners and Khaitan & Co Provide Legal Advisory

Rubicon Research IPO: Mumbai, October 29, 2025: Rubicon Research Limited, a Mumbai-based pharmaceutical formulations company specializing in branded specialty products, has raised US $155.7 million (₹1,377.5 Crore) crore through its initial public offering (IPO). The offering comprised a fresh issue and an offer for sale by promoter shareholder General Atlantic Singapore RR Pte. Ltd.

Delhi High Court Allows CBI to Record Testimony of US Witness via Video Conference in Official Secrets Act Case

New Delhi, October 29, 2025: In a significant ruling balancing national security concerns with fair trial principles, the Delhi High Court has allowed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to record the testimony of American businessman C. Edmonds Allen via video conferencing from the Indian Consulate in New York in a case registered under the Official Secrets Act (OSA) against arms dealer Abhishek Verma.

SAM, AZB Partners Advise on Emirates NBD’s 60% Stake Acquisition in RBL Bank

Emirates NBD Set to Acquire 60% Stake in RBL Bank in Landmark Deal: Mumbai, India – October 24, 2025 – In a historic move, Emirates NBD, one of the largest banking groups in the UAE, is set to acquire a 60% majority stake in India’s RBL Bank for ₹26,850 crore. This landmark transaction, marking the first-ever acquisition of a profitable Indian bank by a foreign entity, is poised to reshape the landscape of India’s banking sector.

Alimony can’t be awarded to financially independent spouse: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court recently held that alimony cannot be awarded to a spouse if he/she is financially self-sufficient and independent. A Division Bench of Justices Anil Kshetarpal and Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar said that it is a settled law that permanent alimony is intended as a measure of social justice and not as a tool for enrichment or equalising the financial status of two capable individuals.

Madras High Court Recognizes Cryptocurrency as Property

Madras High Court Recognizes Cryptocurrency as Property: Chennai, October 24, 2025: The Madras High Court ruled on the legal status of cryptocurrency, affirming that it qualifies as property under Indian law. The Court’s decision stems from a petition filed by an investor whose cryptocurrency holdings were frozen after a cyberattack on the WazirX platform in 2024. Justice Anand Venkatesh, who heard the case, confirmed that while cryptocurrencies are intangible and not traditional legal tender, they possess characteristics akin to property.

Former ASG Pinky Anand appointed judge of Bahrain International Commercial Court

Former  ASG Pinky Anand appointed judge of Bahrain International Commercial Court: Senior Advocate Pinky Anand has been appointed a judge of the Bahrain International Commercial Court (BICC), which is set to launch on November 5. Anand, a Senior Advocate with over 40 years of experience, previously served as Additional Solicitor General of India from 2014 to 2020. She has acted as an arbitrator in cases across India, Dubai, Malaysia and Singapore.

Gujarat High Court Rules NCLT President Has No Power to Shift Cases Across Benches

In a significant judgment reinforcing judicial discipline and the limits of administrative powers within the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), the Gujarat High Court has held that the NCLT President cannot alter or extend the territorial jurisdiction of any NCLT Bench.

Justice Niral R Mehta, delivering the ruling on October 16, quashed the transfer of Essar Steel-related matters (now ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India Ltd.) from the Ahmedabad Bench to the Mumbai Bench, calling the transfer “legally unsustainable.”

Antwerp Court Clears Path for Mehul Choksi’s Extradition to India, Dismissing Claims of Torture or Unfair Trial

Mehul Choksi’s Extradition Case: Belgium – October 2025 – In a key ruling, the Antwerp Court of Appeal has paved the way for the extradition of Indian businessman Mehul Choksi, rejecting his appeal and upholding an earlier court decision that authorized the execution of two Indian arrest warrants against him. Choksi, who is wanted in India for his alleged involvement in the Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud case, now faces the prospect of being sent back to India to face criminal charges.

Supreme Court Expresses Disappointment Over 8.8 Lakh Pending Execution Petitions Across India

New Delhi, 18 October 2025. The Supreme Court of India has expressed serious concern over the alarming backlog of execution petitions, which has now reached a staggering 8.8 lakh cases. Despite earlier directions to expedite their disposal, the Court observed that the situation remains “highly disappointing” and “alarming,” with execution petitions continuing to pile up across the country.

AZB, ELP, Hogan Lovells act on Asahi India Glass Rs 1,000 crore QIP

Asahi India Glass Limited has made a qualified institutions placement of 1,18,37,261 equity shares aggregating to ~₹1,000 crore. AZB & Partners represented the company in the transaction. The deal team comprised Senior Partners Varoon Chandra and Agnik Bhattacharyya, assisted by Senior Associate Rajat Chadha and Associates Harsh Vardhan Singh, Vaibhav Kumar Shah, Shivani Singh, and Asit Singh Baghel.

Water & Shark Legal Advises Pepagora on Strategic Fundraising and Group Restructuring

In a significant development for Pepagora, a leading B2B marketplace connecting verified suppliers, buyers, and partners worldwide, the company has successfully completed a strategic fundraising round and undergone a group restructuring exercise. Water & Shark Legal served as the legal counsel for the marketplace throughout these pivotal stages, providing essential legal and strategic advisory services.

Jharkhand High Court Registers Contempt Case After Lawyer’s Heated Exchange with Judge Goes Viral

The Jharkhand High Court has initiated a suo motu criminal contempt case against advocate Mahesh Tiwari following a viral video of an intense confrontation between the lawyer and Justice Rajesh Kumar during a live-streamed hearing on Thursday, October 16. The video, which captured the exchange, quickly spread on social media, sparking widespread attention and concern regarding courtroom decorum.

Karnataka HC Urges Resolution of RSS March Permission Dispute in Kalburgi

Bengaluru, October 30, 2025 — The Karnataka High Court today expressed its cautious approach in the ongoing dispute between the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Congress-led state government over permission for the RSS to hold a route march in Kalburgi, signaling the importance of setting a precedent for similar issues in the future. Justice…

Law Minister Calls for Reconsideration of Section 34 of Arbitration Act to Address Pendency of Cases

Law Minister Arjun Ram Megwal Calls for Amendment of Section 34 of Arbitration Act: New Delhi, 22nd September 2025 – The Minister of State for Law & Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal, called for a reexamination of Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, urging that now is the right time to revisit its provisions to improve the arbitration process in India.

Supreme Court Stays Some Provisions of Waqf Amendment Act 2025

Supreme Court Stays Some Provisions of Waqf Amendment Act of 2025: In a significant interim order that may shape the future interpretation of religious endowment laws in India, the Supreme Court today stayed several controversial provisions of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, while refusing to suspend the law in its entirety. The Court, however, upheld the registration requirement and allowed limited non-Muslim representation on Waqf Boards and Councils.

Supreme Court Clarifies Distinction Between Murder and Attempt to Murder: Why the Ruling Matters

Supreme Court Clarifies Difference Between Murder and Attempt to Murder: In a ruling with profound implications for how homicide cases are tried in India, the Supreme Court has clarified that the mere passage of time between an injury and the victim’s eventual death does not reduce the culpability of the accused from murder to attempt to murder.

Supreme Court Directs Government to Fill NCLT-NCLAT Vacancies ‘On War Footing’

Supreme Court Orders Urgent Filling of NCLT-NCLAT Vaccancies: New Delhi: In a landmark ruling aimed at fortifying India’s regulatory framework and protecting the interests of homebuyers, the Supreme Court of India has directed the Union Government to fill vacancies at the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) and the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) “on a war-footing.”

Supreme Court Directs Courts to Decide Bail Matters Within Two Months

Supreme Court Case Laws and Guidelines for Deciding Bail Matters: New Delhi: In a significant ruling aimed at safeguarding the fundamental right to liberty, the Supreme Court of India has directed High Courts and trial courts to decide regular and anticipatory bail applications expeditiously, preferably within two months of filing. Prolonged Delays Impinge on Fundamental Rights, Justices Pardiwala and Mahadevan noted in the order. 

Telangana HC Quashes Cases Against Tweets Criticizing Congress, Issues Guidelines for Handling Social Media Posts in Political Context

Telangana HC Quashes Cases Against Tweets Criticizing Congress, Issues Guidelines for Handling Social Media Posts in Political Context: Hyderabad, September 11, 2025 — In a landmark ruling, the Telangana High Court on Wednesday quashed three criminal cases filed against an individual over critical tweets targeting the Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy-led Congress government. The Court found the tweets, though sharp in tone, to be constitutionally protected political expression, reinforcing the fundamental right to free speech under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution.

Punjab and Haryana High Court Orders CBI Probe into Allegations of Bribery Involving Lawyer and Judicial Officers

Punjab and Haryana High Court – CBI Probe into Allegations of Bribery Involving Lawyer and Judicial Officers: Chandigarh:  September 11, 2025 — In a significant development, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to probe serious allegations against an advocate, Ankush Dhanerwal, who is accused of taking over ₹5 lakh from a litigant under the pretext of bribing a judge and a government pleader. The Court’s order came after a statement recorded by Chandigarh Police raised suspicions of corrupt dealings involving the lawyer and a judicial officer.

Delhi High Court Orders Priya Kapur to Reveal Sunjay Kapur’s Asset Details as Karisma Kapoor’s Children Seek Share

Karishma Kapoor-Sanjay Kanpur Property Case News: The Delhi High Court has directed Priya Sachdeva Kapur, the third wife of the late Sunjay Kapur, to submit a comprehensive list of her husband’s movable and immovable assets following a legal dispute filed by the children of Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor. The children, who are seeking a share in their father’s estate, have accused their stepmother of forging Sunjay Kapur’s will to secure control over his assets.

False Rape Case Laws: Supreme Court Lays  Four-Step Test to Identify Frivolous Criminal Complaints

Case Laws against false rape complaints: Supreme Court Lays  Four-Step Test to Identify Frivolous Criminal Complaints: In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has quashed a false rape case that was lodged on the false promise of marriage, asserting that continuing with the criminal proceedings would amount to a severe abuse of the legal process. The case, Pradeep Kumar Kesarwani v. The State of Uttar Pradesh & Anr., saw a Bench comprising Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice Sandeep Mehta set down a crucial four-step test to guide High Courts when considering requests to quash frivolous or vexatious criminal complaints.

Supreme Court Clarifies Scope of Review Jurisdiction, Reaffirms It Cannot Be an Appeal in Disguise

Supreme Court News: SC Clarifies Scope of Review Jurisdiction, Reaffirms It Cannot Be an Appeal in Disguise: New Delhi, September 8, 2025 — The Supreme Court, in a significant ruling on Monday, laid down clear guidelines on the scope of review jurisdiction, reinforcing that review petitions are not meant to function as appeals in disguise. The Court reiterated that the purpose of a review petition under Order 47 Rule 1 of the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) is limited to addressing clear errors on the face of the record, and should not be confused with an appeal, which involves a more comprehensive reassessment of the case.

Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Homebuyers, Upholds Verified Claims in Insolvency Process

Supreme Court Clarifies Home Buyers’ Rights in Insolvency Proceedings: New Delhi, September 9, 2025 — In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court on Tuesday held that homebuyers cannot be denied possession of their flats if their claims have been verified and admitted by the Resolution Professional (RP) in an insolvency resolution process. The Court emphasized that once a claim is duly verified, it cannot be treated as “belated” or downgraded merely due to delayed filing.

CBI Challenges Justice Nirmal Yadav’s Acquittal in Corruption Case

CBI Challenges Justice Nirmal Yadav’s Acquittal in Corruption Case, Moves Punjab and Haryana High Court: Chandigarh, September 9, 2025 — The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court, challenging the acquittal of former Punjab and Haryana High Court judge, Justice Nirmal Yadav, in a high-profile corruption case. The case, which dates back to 2008, had been dismissed by a Chandigarh trial court earlier this year, citing allegations of fabricated evidence by the CBI.

Supreme Court Raises Alarm Over Delay in Uploading Judgments by High Courts

Supreme Court Raises Alarm Over Delay in Uploading Judgments by High Courts: New Delhi, September 9, 2025 — The Supreme Court has expressed grave concern over the persistent delays by High Courts in uploading detailed judgments on their websites, despite having pronounced the operative parts of the verdicts months or even years earlier. The apex court’s remarks came in a recent case, Rajan v. State of Haryana, highlighting the adverse impact such delays have on litigants seeking timely judicial redress.

Karisma Kapoor’s Children Move Delhi High Court Over Alleged Forged Will in Sunjay Kapur’s Rs 30,000 Crore Estate

Karisma Kapoor’s Children Move Delhi High Court Over Alleged Forged Will of Sunjay Kapur: New Delhi, September 9, 2025 — In a dramatic development surrounding the ₹30,000 crore estate of late businessman Sunjay Kapur, Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor’s two children have approached the Delhi High Court, seeking a share in their father’s substantial assets. The children have accused their stepmother, Priya Kapur (the third wife of Sunjay Kapur), of forging his will and attempting to gain complete control of his estate.

Supreme Court Directs Election Commission to Accept Aadhaar as Valid ID Proof in Bihar’s Voter List Revision

Supreme Court Directs Election Commission to Include Aadhaar as a Valid ID Proof in Bihar Electoral Roll Revision: New Delhi, September 2025 – In a crucial development that is set to shape the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, the Supreme Court of India has directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to formally recognize Aadhaar as a valid proof of identity for inclusion in the state’s voter list. This ruling, issued on Monday, extends the scope of Aadhaar as an identity document, which was initially only applicable to voters facing exclusion due to discrepancies in the electoral roll.

Hammurabi & Solomon Advises Elior India on Strategic Majority Stake Acquisition in Platos Foods

Hammurabi & Solomon Advises Elior India on Strategic Majority Stake Acquisition in Platos Foods: New Delhi, September 9, 2025 — Hammurabi & Solomon Partners has successfully advised Elior India Food Services LLP, a subsidiary of the France-headquartered Elior Group, on its acquisition of a majority stake in Platos Foods Private Limited. This strategic deal marks a significant milestone in Elior India’s growth trajectory, positioning the company to expand its footprint in India’s rapidly evolving workplace dining sector.

Kerala High Court Issues New Guidelines to Ensure Fair Hearing for Doctors in Medical Negligence Cases

Medical Negligence Case Laws and Guidelines: In a significant development, the Kerala High Court has issued comprehensive draft guidelines aimed at ensuring that doctors accused in medical negligence cases are afforded a fair hearing and opportunity to defend themselves. The decision was prompted by earlier observations from the Court, which noted that the absence of clear guidelines was leading to doctors being denied a fair opportunity to challenge allegations made against them.

Allahabad High Court Denies Maintenance to Wife Earning ₹73,000 and Owning ₹80 Lakh Flat

Allahabad High Court Denies Maintenance to Wife Earning ₹73,000 and Owning ₹80 Lakh Flat: Allahabad – The Allahabad High Court has set aside a family court’s order requiring a husband to pay ₹15,000 per month as maintenance to his wife, while upholding the direction to provide ₹25,000 per month for the maintenance of their minor child. This ruling highlights the evolving dynamics in maintenance disputes and the court’s approach to evaluating the financial capacity of both spouses.

Trilegal, Khaitan Advise on WestBridge Capital’s Rs 450 Crore Stake Acquisition in Edelweiss Mutual Fund

Trilegal, Khaitan & Co Advise on WestBridge Capital’s Rs 450 Crore Stake Acquisition in Edelweiss Mutual Fund: Mumbai – In a significant move within India’s burgeoning mutual funds sector, WestBridge Capital has announced its proposed acquisition of a 15% stake in both Edelweiss Asset Management Limited and Edelweiss Trusteeship Company Limited, for a total consideration of ₹450 crore (\~\$51.4 million). This marks WestBridge Capital’s strategic entry into the Indian mutual fund industry, further intensifying competition in the fast-growing sector.

Supreme Court Upholds Arbitral Tribunal’s Discretion to Condone Delay in Filing Written Statement

Latest Arbitration Law News – Supreme Court Upholds Arbitral Tribunal’s Discretion to Condone Delay in Filing Written Statement: New Delhi – In a significant ruling on arbitration law, the Supreme Court of India has upheld the discretion of arbitral tribunals to condone delays in procedural timelines, even when institutional arbitration rules set strict deadlines. The Court dismissed a plea from Aneja Constructions challenging the Delhi High Court’s endorsement of a tribunal’s decision to allow an 84-day delay by Doosan Power Systems India in filing its statement of defence and counterclaim.

JSA Advises Axis Bank on Financing Four Solar Power Projects Across India

JSA Advises Axis Bank on Financing Four Solar Power Projects Across India: Mumbai – JSA Advocates & Solicitors has successfully advised Axis Bank Limited on the financing of four major solar power projects across India, marking a significant step in the country’s renewable energy sector. The projects, with a total capacity of 180 MW, are located in Rajasthan, Karnataka, and Madhya Pradesh, showcasing a strategic expansion of solar energy infrastructure across multiple states.

Supreme Court Puts on Hold High Court Order on Five-Decade-Old Royal Property Case Involving Saif Ali Khan

Supreme Court Puts Hold on Five-Decade-Old Royal Property Case Involving Saif Ali Khan and Family: NEW DELHI – In a significant development for one of India’s most prominent royal families, the Supreme Court has stayed a Madhya Pradesh High Court order that sought to reopen a decades-old partition dispute over the personal estate of the Nawab of Bhopal. The ruling offers a temporary reprieve to Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan and his family, whose inheritance of the estimated ₹15,000 crore property had been thrown into uncertainty.

Supreme Court Cracks Down on ‘Optional’ Enrolment Fees Charged by State Bar Councils, Reaffirms Statutory Cap for Aspiring Lawyers

Supreme Court Cracks Down on ‘Optional’ Enrolment Fees, Reaffirms Statutory Cap for Aspiring Lawyers: NEW DELHI – In a significant move to ensure affordability and accessibility to the legal profession, the Supreme Court of India has issued a stern directive to all State Bar Councils, clarifying that they cannot collect any amount as “optional fees” from aspiring lawyers during the enrolment process. The bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan made it unequivocally clear that the enrolment fee must strictly adhere to the statutory limits prescribed by the Advocates Act, 1961.

In Defence of Free Speech: Supreme Court Refuses Media Gag in Dharmasthala Case, Cites Dangers of ‘Super Injunctions’

Supreme Court Refuses Media Gag in Dharmasthala Case, Cites Dangers of ‘Super Injunctions’:
NEW DELHI — In a robust defense of press freedom, the Supreme Court of India has refused to impose a media gag order in the controversial Dharmasthala Temple mass burials case. The apex court, while directing a trial court in Karnataka to re-examine the temple administration’s plea, made it clear that such “super injunctions” are a rare measure that can “stifle free speech.”

Following CJI’s Intervention, Supreme Court Recalls Order Stripping Allahabad HC Judge of Criminal Roster

Supreme Court Recalls Order Stripping Allahabad HC Judge Prashant Kumar of Criminal Roster: 
NEW DELHI — In a rare and dramatic turn of events, a Supreme Court bench on Friday recalled its own directive that had divested an Allahabad High Court judge, Justice Prashant Kumar, of all criminal matters until his retirement. The decision came after the bench received a letter from Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai, requesting a reconsideration of the August 4 order and its sweeping observations.

Mindspace Business Parks Makes Landmark Hyderabad Acquisition with Q-City Buy

Strategic Move Advised by SAM & Arthur Cox Marks REIT’s First Third-Party Expansion:  Hyderabad, India – In a significant expansion of its real estate portfolio, Mindspace Business Parks REIT has successfully acquired Q-City, a prominent IT Park in Hyderabad, for a reported price of ₹512 crore ($61.4 million USD). The transaction, which marks Mindspace’s first third-party acquisition outside of its existing portfolio parks, was a complex deal requiring extensive legal and advisory support from both Indian and international firms.

CP Plus Parent Company Aditya Infotech Completes ₹1,300 Crore IPO

Aditya Infotech’s IPO – Khaitan, Trilegal, and Hogan Lovells Advise on Successful Public Offering: NEW DELHI – Aditya Infotech Limited, the company behind the popular “CP Plus” brand of video security and surveillance solutions, has successfully completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO), raising a total of ₹1,300 crore (approximately $148.6 million). The public offering saw a significant collaboration between leading Indian and international law firms, each playing a crucial role in navigating the complex legal and regulatory landscape of the capital markets.

Madras High Court Mandates Sweeping Reforms to Tackle Decades of Delay in Criminal Trials

Madras High Court Mandates Sweeping Reforms to Tackle Decades of Delay in Criminal Trials: Chennai, Tamil Nadu – In a significant move to overhaul the state’s criminal justice system, the Madras High Court has unveiled a series of directives aimed at tackling two critical issues that have contributed to years-long delays: the tardy filing of chargesheets and the widespread failure to execute non-bailable warrants (NBWs). The court’s order, issued by Justice P. Velmurugan, comes in response to a backlog that has seen criminal cases languish and, in some instances, justice altogether denied.

Remarks on Cooking, Clothing Not “Cruelty” Under IPC Section 498A

Bombay High Court Rules: Remarks on Cooking, Clothing Not “Cruelty” Under IPC Section 498A: MUMBAI — The Bombay High Court’s Aurangabad Bench has made a significant observation regarding the interpretation of “cruelty” under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), ruling that minor domestic annoyances, such as a husband’s remarks on his wife’s cooking or choice of clothing, do not constitute grounds for a criminal case. The court, in a judgment that quashed a criminal complaint, emphasized that such allegations are often “exaggerations” made when a marital relationship is under strain.

Supreme Court Upholds Judicial Inquiry, Dismisses Justice Yashwant Varma’s Challenge

Supreme Court Upholds Judicial Inquiry, Dismisses Justice Varma’s Challenge: NEW DELHI — In a landmark decision affecting judicial accountability, the Supreme Court of India on Thursday dismissed a petition filed by Allahabad High Court Justice Yashwant Varma. The petition challenged the findings of an in-house inquiry committee and the subsequent recommendation for his removal, which stemmed from the discovery of unaccounted cash at his official residence. The apex court, in a ruling delivered by a bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and AG Masih, held that both the constitution of the committee and the procedure it followed were not illegal, reinforcing the legal sanctity of the in-house mechanism for addressing judicial misconduct.

JSW One MSME Achieves Unicorn Status with ₹500 Crore Pre-IPO Fundraise

Cyril Amarchand Mangal Das Advises JSW One MSME, Firm Achieves Unicorn Status with ₹500 Crore Pre-IPO Fundraise:  MUMBAI — JSW One Platforms Limited, widely known as JSW One MSME, has officially joined the ranks of India’s unicorns after successfully completing a ₹500 crore pre-IPO capital raise. This significant funding round pushes the company’s valuation past the $1 billion mark, cementing its position as a major player in the country’s B2B e-commerce landscape.

Trilegal, Saraf and Partners, Crawford Bayley & Co  Adivse on Electronics Bazaar’s Rs 460 Crore IPO

Trilegal, Saraf and Partners, Crawford Bayley & Co  Adivse on Electronics Bazaar’s ₹460 Crore IPO: MUMBAI — GNG Electronics Limited, operating under the popular brand “Electronics Bazaar,” has made a stunning debut on the stock market, with its ₹460.435 crore initial public offering (IPO) receiving an overwhelming response from investors. As India’s largest refurbisher of laptops and desktops, the company’s strong listing performance signals a growing appetite among investors for businesses in the re-commerce and circular economy sectors.

Supreme Court Refers Key Motor Accident Compensation Issue to Larger Bench

Supreme Court Refers Key Motor Accident Compensation Issue to Larger Bench: New Delhi – The Supreme Court has referred a crucial legal question concerning motor accident compensation to a larger bench, a move that could significantly impact how claims are handled for the death of a vehicle owner. The Court is examining whether a deceased vehicle owner’s legal heirs can claim “no-fault” compensation under Section 163A of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, even if the accident did not involve a third-party vehicle.