Bank Transfer Not a Preferential Transaction as Corporate Debtor Did Not Authorise It
In a recent ruling, the NCLT determined that an unapproved bank transfer does not constitute a preferential transaction under the IBC.
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In a recent ruling, the NCLT determined that an unapproved bank transfer does not constitute a preferential transaction under the IBC.
The NCLT ruled that dues from TReDS are operational debts rather than financial debts, rendering a Section 7 IBC insolvency petition unmaintainable.

NCLT confirmed that a ₹200 crore capital infusion proposed in a resolution plan is distinct from the creditor settlement, thereby approving Hind Agro's plan under the IBC.

NCLT ruled that a bank appropriating a corporate debtor's funds cannot be defined as a preferential transaction absent the debtor's action indicating preference. This sheds light on creditor recovery measures.

NCLT ruled that a unilateral bank transfer does not qualify as a preferential transaction absent evidence of preference by the corporate debtor. The tribunal dismissed a claim against Sintex Industries on these grounds.
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SEBI has established new regulations allowing AIFs to retain liquidation proceeds under certain conditions during the winding process to protect investor interests.
SEBI has revised its guidelines regarding early pay-in facilities in commodity derivatives, allowing Clearing Corporations to waive certain margins while enforcing others.
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The RBI has outlined the procedure for voluntary surrender of the Certificate of Registration by Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), relevant under recent regulatory amendments.

The Madras High Court recently quashed corruption charges against three HR&CE Department staff accused of misappropriating temple funds. The decision reaffirms the judiciary's role in scrutinizing allegations before allowing proceedings.
The RBI's new Master Direction facilitates TReDS onboarding for MSMEs by removing mandatory due diligence, fostering improved financing efficiency.