Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The Reserve Bank of India has issued Amendment Directions corresponding to its February 2026 statement, enhancing customer protections against unauthorized electronic banking transactions.
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed fines on digital platforms employing manipulative design techniques, reinforcing that misleading digital practices violate consumer protection laws.
SEBI has issued a directive making the nomination process mandatory from September 2026, to minimize disputes and expedite the process of asset transmission to protect investors’ interests.
The Central Consumer Protection Authority have penalised Physics Wallah for incorporating pre-ticked donation options in purchase carts, raising concerns over consumer consent. The practice violates the principles of fair trading as per the Consumer Protection Act.
The Central Consumer Protection Authority has penalised McAfee for using manipulative tactics in its subscription renewal interface, violating consumer rights. The practices identified include Confirm Shaming and Forced Action, undermining fair consumer choice.
The Reserve Bank of India has announced directions for the disbursement of government pensions by Agency Banks, emphasizing clarity in implementation processes. These guidelines are designed for the financial year 2026-27.
SEBI is increasing scrutiny on AI-driven investment advisory platforms, emphasizing that fintech firms retain legal responsibility for AI-generated recommendations. The article explores the regulatory challenges this presents.
The Reserve Bank of India has proposed a draft amendment to restrict revolving credit products provided by non-banking financial companies, except for authorized credit card issuers. This move aims to enhance regulatory oversight.
The Madras High Court upheld the RBI Ombudsman's decisions regarding grievances related to GST refunds, bank charges, and NPA classifications. The court dismissed a writ petition challenging the Ombudsman's findings, affirming the procedural integrity of the Ombudsman’s process.
The Delhi High Court addresses the need for updates in digital archiving exceptions to improve access to knowledge in its latest judgment.
The CCPA has commenced action against 41 restaurants for charging default service fees without proper disclosure, citing violations of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
The Madras High Court has instructed FSSAI to test herbal hookah products, allowing operations subject to compliance with regulations concerning tobacco and nicotine content.