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The Delhi High Court upheld the nationwide temporary blocking of Telegram, highlighting the intersection of public order and copyright enforcement principles. This ruling introduces the concept of 'architectural liability,' impacting how intermediary regulations are approached.
The Calcutta High Court ruled that a commercial dispute over unpaid invoices is civil, quashing criminal proceedings against company directors.
A recent decision from the Debt Recovery Tribunal mandates Indian Bank to refund auction amounts with interest and compensation due to procedural violations.
The NCLT has admitted IDBI Bank's Section 7 IBC petition worth ₹20.17 crores, stating that a recovery certificate validates both the debt and default. The bench has also directed the bank to contribute towards CIRP expenses.
The NCLT initiated Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) against a corporate debtor, confirming that a guarantor's liability is on par with the borrower's. An interim resolution professional was appointed, and a moratorium restricting recovery actions was imposed.
The Reserve Bank of India has modified the returns and reporting requirements under FEMA, necessitating updated compliance measures from authorized persons. This adjustment reflects an evolving regulatory landscape in foreign exchange operations.
The Reserve Bank of India has conducted a review of circulars issued under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999, aimed at rationalizing the regulatory framework. This update is significant for authorized persons dealing with foreign exchange regulations in India.
The Karnataka High Court upheld the Karnataka Information Commission's disciplinary actions against BDA Secretary Shivakumar CL, stressing the importance of accountability in public administration.
The Bombay High Court dismissed an LLM student's plea, emphasizing the need for discipline in legal practice. It criticized her reckless allegations against her university and peers, warning future lawyers against engaging in scurrilous litigation.
The Reserve Bank of India has issued the final directions on the Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS), aiming to enhance the regulatory framework for trade financing.
India’s CSIR and Brazil’s INPI have collaborated on access to the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL), which marks a significant step in global biodiversity governance, potentially influencing patent disclosure obligations and compliance mechanisms.
The Delhi High Court has upheld a temporary nationwide blocking order against Telegram, highlighting the potential for platforms’ architecture to justify regulatory intervention. This ruling raises questions about the concept of 'architectural liability' in public law and its effects on intermediary regulations.
The Telangana High Court permitted a fresh manual application for revocation of a cancelled GST registration, overriding a previous rejection due to non-response to a show cause notice.