Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
FeaturedIn a landmark interim order, the Delhi High Court ruled on the non-infringing status of OpenAI’s use of ANI’s copyrighted works, highlighting user rights and public interest under the Copyright Act. This ruling sets a significant precedent for AI applications in India.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court allowed a review in the Canon India case upholding the powers of DRI officers under Section 28 for issuing customs notices and setting aside contradictory judgments.
FeaturedThe Gujarat High Court quashed a remand order issued by CESTAT, instructing the Tribunal to decide the appeal on merits within four months due to clarity issues in the previous ruling.
FeaturedSEBI has implemented the GARUDA mechanism to streamline the filing process and launch procedures for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). This revision is effective immediately under the amended AIF Regulations, aiming to expedite the approval and operationalization of AIF schemes.
FeaturedThe National Stock Exchange's upcoming IPO is not just a financial event but a critical governance test. The offering aims to assess market pricing of a significant institution.
FeaturedThe Punjab and Haryana High Court has refused bail to advocate Vikas Kumar, accused of conspiring to manipulate judicial proceedings. The allegations suggest involvement in an organized criminal network intending to misappropriate trust property.
FeaturedIn a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court dismissed an interim injunction against OpenAI concerning the ownership of training data for ChatGPT, establishing prima facie protection under the Indian Copyright Act. This decision is a significant development for technology and copyright intersections.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court affirmed the constitutional validity of Section 16(2)(c) of the CGST Act, determining that Input Tax Credit (ITC) can only be claimed if the supplier has paid the corresponding GST to the government, supporting the Gujarat High Court's ruling.
FeaturedThe RBI has released draft Foreign Investment Rules 2026, proposing a comprehensive overhaul of the FDI framework and introducing an overseas listing scheme. The rules are open for public comments until August 31, 2026.
FeaturedThe Delhi High Court has ordered the winding up of Paytm Payments Bank following the cancellation of its RBI license, appointing an Official Liquidator to oversee the process. The decision emphasizes regulatory compliance in the banking sector.
FeaturedThe recent FEMA reforms aim to simplify processes related to Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Overseas Direct Investment (ODI), and External Commercial Borrowing (ECB), facilitating better compliance frameworks for businesses. This initiative reflects an effort to encourage foreign investments.
FeaturedThe Calcutta High Court denied bail to an accused in a money laundering case involving ₹76 crore, instructing urgent actions by the Directorate of Enforcement.