Kerala HCcorporatetax
Stamp Duty Amendments on Amalgamation Not Retrospective
The Kerala High Court declared that recent amendments in stamp duty regulations applicable to amalgamation cannot be enforced retrospectively.
Jul 20, 2026Read more →
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Karnataka HCcorporate
ROC Strike-Off Doesn't Bar Developer’s ₹117 Crore Compensation Claim
The Karnataka High Court allows a developer to pursue a ₹117 crore compensation claim despite the company being struck off by the Registrar of Companies.
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Reserve Bank of Indiabankingcorporate
RBI Issues Directions Under Banking Regulation Act for Co-operative Bank
The Reserve Bank of India has issued directives to Padmashri Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Co-operative Bank Ltd., mandating specific measures to address regulatory compliance.
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Reserve Bank of Indiabankingcorporate
RBI Issues Data on Money Market Operations as of July 19, 2026
The Reserve Bank of India has published details regarding money market operations as of July 19, 2026. This includes significant liquidity trends and their implications for the financial market.
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Bar Council of Indiacivilcorporate
BCI Issues Strict Social Media Regulations for Advocates
The Bar Council of India has introduced new regulations governing social media use by advocates, aiming to curb misleading legal content. Advocates and law students must disclose their status and the use of AI tools when sharing legal content.
Jul 20, 2026Read more →
Himachal Pradesh High Courtpropertycorporate
HP HC Rules Pre-1988 Benami Purchases Cannot Be Enforced
The Himachal Pradesh High Court dismissed appeals regarding pre-1988 benami purchases, enforcing Section 4 of the Benami Act, which bars such suits. This ruling clarifies the legislative intent of restricting claims on pre-1988 transactions due to the enactment of the Benami Act.
Jul 19, 2026Read more →
Bombay High Courtintellectual_propertycorporate
Bombay High Court's Ruling in Black Diamond Motors Case
The Bombay High Court's recent decision marks a departure from strict procedural timelines under the Trade Marks Rules, 2017. The ruling prioritizes substantive justice, posing questions about legislative intent and trademark prosecution's future.
Jul 19, 2026Read more →
Himachal Pradesh High Courtintellectual_propertycorporate
Analysis of SML Limited vs M/S Happy Agro Chemicals Ruling
The Himachal Pradesh High Court ruled against establishing jurisdiction in patent cases based on isolated purchases. This decision provides clarity on forum shopping and reinforces the legitimacy of territorial jurisdiction in patent law matters.
Jul 19, 2026Read more →
NCLTcorporate
NCLT Admits ₹117.74 Cr Debts of Toll Road Company Under CIRP
The NCLT has admitted an insolvency plea by Indian Overseas Bank against a toll road company, citing strict adherence to repayment obligations.
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Orissa High Courtcorporateenvironmental
Corporate Debtor Exempted from Pre-CIRP Environmental Violation Prosecution
The Orissa High Court ruled that a corporate debtor cannot be prosecuted for environmental violations committed prior to the initiation of Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) if a resolution plan has been approved and management has transferred to a new entity.
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NCLT Mumbaicorporate
NCLT Grants Waiver in Oppression & Mismanagement Petition
The NCLT Mumbai has granted a waiver under Section 244(1)(b) in an oppression and mismanagement petition, allowing it to proceed for further hearing. This highlights the procedural flexibility in managing shareholder disputes.
Jul 19, 2026Read more →
Kerala HCcorporatetax
Kerala HC Rules on Non-Retroactive Stamp Duty Amendments
The Kerala High Court has ruled that amendments to stamp duty regulations following amalgamation and demerger cannot apply retroactively. The court quashed demands for stamp duty under new regulations for transactions preceding these changes.
Jul 19, 2026Read more →