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FeaturedThe Tribunals Reforms Act 2026 establishes a National Tribunals Commission, revising appointments, conditions, and administration of tribunals to enhance efficiency and governance.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court ruled that a qualifying service of 15 years is not mandatory for the service element of disability pensions, thereby mandating the payment of arrears. This decision broadens eligibility for disability pensions in the armed forces.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court ruled on the applicability of Section 7 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, allowing a financial creditor's plea based on acknowledgment of debt in balance sheets, despite limitations. This decision clarifies conditions under which acknowledgment can extend the limitation period for insolvency applications.
FeaturedThe Calcutta High Court ruled that it is inappropriate for the ITAT to impose a costs condition precedent for hearing appeals, as it violates the right to access justice. This judgment is pivotal for tax professionals and litigants in tax cases.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court condemned the Bar Council of India's order preventing NALSAR students from enrollment, describing it as unwarranted. This came in response to their protests against CJI Surya Kant's presence at their convocation.
FeaturedIn a recent order, the Delhi High Court examined the legality of dynamic injunctions and their implications for website blocking in the context of copyright infringement. The ruling attempts to refine the balance between protecting intellectual property and ISP neutrality.
FeaturedThe Madras High Court's ruling in Novartis AG v. Venkata Narayana Active Ingredients delineates the evidentiary standards necessary to invoke the Bolar exemption for regulatory approval purposes. This clarification aims to mitigate burdens on manufacturers.
FeaturedThe Delhi High Court's ruling in Saregama v. Ilaiyaraaja provides guidance on the evidentiary thresholds for granting interim injunctions in copyright disputes. The decision highlights the complexities of establishing ownership at interim stages while addressing digital rights.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court ruled that jurisdictional Assessing Officers (AOs) must verify high-value transactions before treating them as escaped income. The ruling emphasizes due diligence in tax assessments.
FeaturedThe central government has taken control of mine regulation by prohibiting states from imposing taxes on mines and minerals. The new legislation aims to establish uniform regulatory conditions for the mining sector across India.
FeaturedThe Bombay High Court ruled that post-facto approval by the NCLT under Section 33(5) of the IBC validates arbitration proceedings from the approval date onward, negating the claim of nullity from inception.
FeaturedThe Delhi High Court's ruling in Home Box Office Inc. v. Streamzy.To addresses the balance between combating online piracy and the legal frameworks surrounding website-blocking orders.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has determined that money lending laws enacted by Kerala and Gujarat do not apply to RBI-registered Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), citing that the RBI Act, Chapter III-B provides comprehensive regulatory oversight for these entities.