BRICS Justice Ministers 2026 meeting India: GANDHINAGAR, India — In a major move to reshape the legal landscape of emerging global economies, the Justice Ministers of the BRICS nations have officially committed to a sweeping overhaul of how international commercial and civil conflicts are resolved. Meeting under India’s 2026 BRICS Chairship in the city of…
Supreme Court Justice Manmohan on Arbitration: New Delhi: Supreme Court Justice Manmohan recently raised concerns about the evolving nature of arbitration in India, stating that it is increasingly mirroring court proceedings and undermining its original objective of providing a quicker, cost-effective alternative to litigation. Speaking at the Legal Conclave & Awards Ceremony 2026, organised by the Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) and the Society of Legal Professionals (SLP), Justice Manmohan highlighted that arbitration, which was meant to be informal and inexpensive, has grown to resemble formal court procedures.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Supreme Court: Use of ‘May Be’ in Arbitration Clause Not a Binding Agreement: New Delhi, India – July 19, 2025 – In a significant ruling that clarifies the interpretation of arbitration clauses in contracts, the Supreme Court of India has held that a provision merely stating that disputes “may be” referred to arbitration does not constitute a legally binding arbitration agreement under Section 7 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The apex court emphasized that such phrasing serves only as an enabling clause, allowing parties to opt for arbitration if they mutually agree, rather than mandating it.
India’s Arbitration Ascendancy: A New Global Powerhouse Emerges: GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN – In a significant pronouncement that reverberated through the international legal community, Supreme Court Justice Surya Kant declared on Thursday that “The future of arbitration is not just international — it is also Indian.” Speaking at a pivotal roundtable in Gothenburg, Sweden, Justice Kant laid out a compelling vision for India’s burgeoning role as a global arbitration destination, signaling a transformative shift in the landscape of international dispute resolution.
Swiss Army Knife Maker Victorinox Secures Urgent Relief Against Unauthorised Amazon Listing: Mumbai, India – Victorinox, the globally renowned manufacturer of the iconic Swiss Army knives, has obtained urgent relief from the Bombay High Court against the unauthorized listing and sale of its products on Amazon India. The company contended that its products were being sold through a former dealer, despite an existing arbitral order explicitly prohibiting such sales. This legal victory underscores the brand’s commitment to protecting its intellectual property and distribution channels in the digital marketplace.
India Rejects Arbitration Court’s Ruling on Indus Waters Treaty Projects: New Delhi – India has issued a strong rejection of a recent decision by what it calls a “so-called Court of Arbitration” concerning the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects. These projects are located in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. In a detailed statement,…
SIAC Rules in Favor of Amazon, Awards Rs 23.7 Crore in Future Group Dispute: Singapore – The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) has concluded a significant chapter in the prolonged legal saga between e-commerce giant Amazon and Kishore Biyani’s Future Group, awarding Amazon ₹23.7 crore in damages. The tribunal found that Future Group had breached its…
Arbitration Clause No Automatic Bar to Civil Suits Unless Timely Section 8 Plea Filed: Delhi High Court: New Delhi – The mere presence of an arbitration clause in a contract does not automatically strip a civil court of its jurisdiction over a dispute, the Delhi High Court has recently affirmed. The Court clarified that a…
Indo-UK Arbitration Conference: London, UK – July 5, 2025 – The third edition of the International Conference on Arbitrating Indo-UK Commercial Disputes successfully concluded in London last week, bringing together legal luminaries and policymakers from both nations to discuss the future of dispute resolution in an increasingly interconnected global economy. The event underscored the shared legal heritage between India and the United Kingdom and highlighted opportunities for enhanced cooperation in building robust and efficient arbitration ecosystems.
