Patna High Courttaxcriminal
Anticipatory Bail to Accountant in Wrong GST Upload Case
Patna HC grants anticipatory bail to part-time accountant accused of uploading incorrect GST bills, noting lack of financial benefit.
Sep 26, 2026Read more →
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Punjab and Haryana High Courttaxproperty
Ammonia Storage Tank Not Liable to House Tax: P&H HC
Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled a 31-year-old ammonia storage tank is plant and machinery, not a building, and thus exempt from house tax.
Sep 26, 2026Read more →
National Company Law Tribunalinsolvencybanking
Notice Content Shows Intent to Enforce Guarantor Liability: NCLT
The NCLT admitted an insolvency petition against a corporate debtor, finding the demand notice demonstrated clear intention to enforce personal liability of guarantors. Reliance placed on Innoventive Industries precedent.
Sep 26, 2026Read more →
National Company Law Tribunalcorporateinsolvency
No Separate Postal Receipt Needed for Valid Demand Notice
The NCLT ruled that absence of a separate postal receipt or acknowledgement does not invalidate a demand notice under Section 8 of the IBC, provided other proof of service exists. Service via registered post with postal indices suffices.
Sep 26, 2026Read more →
National Company Law Tribunalcorporateinsolvency
Leasehold Rights Treated as Company Assets: NCLT Allows IA
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) held that leasehold rights in land constitute assets of a corporate debtor, allowing an interim application in insolvency proceedings. The ruling clarifies the scope of 'assets' under the IBC during liquidation.
Sep 26, 2026Read more →
Income Tax Appellate Tribunaltax
ITAT Sets Aside Deduction Denial Over Unexamined Accounts
The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has quashed the Assessing Officer's rejection of a deduction for lack of documentary evidence, directing a fresh adjudication after examining the annual accounts.
Sep 26, 2026Read more →
Reserve Bank of Indiacriminalbanking
Amendments to UAPA Sanctions List for Taliban Under RBI Guidelines
The RBI has amended the sanctions list under Section 51A of the UAPA, 1967, concerning the Taliban. This update further aids financial institutions in adhering to international obligations related to anti-terrorism financing.
Sep 10, 2026Read more →
Reserve Bank of Indiacriminalbanking
Updates on UAPA Implementation Related to Al-Qaida and ISIL Sanctions
The RBI has updated its guidance related to the implementation of Section 51A of the UAPA, 1967, concerning sanctions linked to Al-Qaida and ISIL. This amendment will impact financial institutions in their compliance efforts regarding anti-terrorism financing.
Sep 10, 2026Read more →
Delhi High Courtcyberintellectual_property
Juridical Challenges in Cyber Jurisdiction Addressed by Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court offers insights on navigating jurisdictional issues within the digital realm in Hindustan Unilever Limited v Kwick Living.
Sep 10, 2026Read more →
Calcutta High Courtintellectual_propertymedia
IPRS v. Hotel Appolo: Calcutta HC Upholds IPRS License Requirement
The Calcutta High Court asserts that Hotel Appolo must obtain an IPRS license for broadcasting music to guests, reinforcing copyright law in hospitality services.
Sep 10, 2026Read more →
Delhi High Courtintellectual_property
Delhi HC Ruling on Well-Known Trademarks Clarifies Protection Scope
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court provides clarity regarding the scope of protection for well-known trademarks, emphasizing their cross-category safeguarding.
Sep 10, 2026Read more →
SEBIcorporate
SEBI Revises Commodity Derivatives Position Limits and Penalties
SEBI has updated position limits for commodity derivatives and revised penalty provisions and definitions effective immediately. This move aims to enhance market integrity and compliance.
Sep 10, 2026Read more →
SEBIcorporate
SEBI Proposes Stronger Governance Framework for Market Infrastructure Institutions
SEBI has released a consultation paper proposing revisions to director eligibility and operational protocols for key executive positions in Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs). This initiative aims to enhance governance standards in the sector.
Sep 10, 2026Read more →