Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
FeaturedGautam and Sagar Adani have consented to an $18 million penalty by the SEC regarding misleading statements, while not admitting to the allegations.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court dismissed Byju Raveendran's appeal related to the NCLAT's decision and instructed an expedited inquiry against the Interim Resolution Professional (IRP). The Court emphasized the necessity for the ongoing investigation to proceed without delay.
FeaturedThe Reserve Bank of India has canceled the Certificate of Registration for 150 non-banking financial companies, emphasizing regulatory compliance and the importance of maintaining operational standards.
FeaturedAn examination of the legal restrictions on the ownership of Oscar statuettes reveals complex intersections of contract and IP law, particularly regarding the Academy's $1 rule.
FeaturedThe Delhi High Court's pro-tem order in Malikie v. Xiaomi introduces confusion into standards for assessing Standard Essential Patents (SEPs), indicating a misstep in legal reasoning that may impact future adjudications.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has quashed outdated criminal proceedings and requested data on pending cases in the Allahabad HC, highlighting the need for timely justice.
FeaturedThe Government has increased the customs duty on gold and silver bullion to 15% through revised notifications effective from May 13, 2026. This update standardizes the duty structure that pertains to various import conditions.
FeaturedSEBI has proposed comprehensive amendments to the Buy-Back Regulations, reintroducing open market buy-backs and simplifying compliance requirements to enhance investor protections.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has quashed criminal proceedings pending for 35 years, citing violations of the right to speedy trial. It also requested comprehensive data from the Allahabad High Court regarding criminal case backlog.
FeaturedThe Constitution (One Hundred and Sixth Amendment) Act, 2023 introduces a one-third reservation for women in legislative bodies. The article discusses the constitutional basis for this amendment and its implications for women's political participation.
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.