Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
In Novartis AG v. Venkata Narayana Active Ingredients, the Madras High Court provided clarity on the evidentiary requirements for invoking Section 107A of the Patents Act regarding exports for regulatory approval. The judgment aims to balance patent rights with the need for accessible medicines.
The Delhi High Court in Home Box Office Inc. v. Streamzy.To addressed the intersection of online piracy and website-blocking orders. The ruling seeks to clarify the roles of ISPs and domain registrars under Section 79 of the IT Act, potentially reshaping the landscape for digital content protection.
In a recent monetary policy meeting, the RBI decided to maintain the repo rate at 5.25% amid global economic uncertainties while announcing significant banking reforms. This decision is crucial for financial stability as market conditions remain volatile.
The Bombay High Court has ordered social media platforms to remove defamatory deepfake content associated with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, highlighting issues of defamation and accountability in the digital space.
The Allahabad High Court has ordered the demolition of approximately 72 illegally constructed lawyers' chambers in Lucknow, asserting the need to maintain legal integrity and public space. The court warned of consequences for obstructing the demolition.
SEBI mandates that all covered intermediaries utilize validated ‘@valid’ UPI IDs for payments starting October 1, 2025, aiming to strengthen payment verification and reduce fraud.
SEBI has introduced the GARUDA mechanism to streamline the filing and launch procedures for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) under the revised AIF Regulations, effective immediately.
SEBI has proposed a new framework enabling Depository Receipts issuance against REITs and publicly listed InvIT units, inviting comments until August 25, 2026. This initiative aims to enhance market accessibility for investors.
The RBI has released comprehensive directions on cybersecurity for commercial banks, outlining risk management and oversight protocols. This update is critical in fortifying cybersecurity frameworks.
The RBI has issued a Master Direction on the detection and reporting of counterfeit notes. This measure mandates banks to enhance their monitoring processes regarding fake currency notes.
The Reserve Bank of India issued a notification regarding implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967. This update addresses amendments to the UNSC’s 1988 Taliban Sanctions List, impacting various financial institutions.
The CCPA's recent orders against PhysicsWallah and McAfee draw attention to dark patterns in digital interfaces. Legal analysts assess the implications of these findings for user rights and the broader regulatory framework in India.