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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.
The Bombay High Court ruled that the 2019 amendment to Section 54(1) of the GST Act applies prospectively, ensuring that refund claims related to pre-existing periods are still valid. The court directed that these refund applications must be processed accordingly.
The Kerala High Court ruled that SARFAESI recovery procedures do not require approval from the National Trust for properties of disabled wards, allowing petitioners to seek relief from the Debt Recovery Tribunal.
The NCLT has admitted an insolvency plea by Aditya Birla Finance against a personal guarantor, reinforcing the continuing guarantee that keeps liability alive beyond liquidation. A moratorium on recoveries has been imposed.