Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The IBBI has directed its CPIO to quickly dispose of RTI applications that seek information on valuation guidelines, stressing the importance of adhering to RTI timelines. This order highlights the accountability of public authorities under the RTI Act.
The Bombay High Court has upheld the Directorate General of Foreign Trade's (DGFT) ban on sugar exports, despite significant financial losses to exporters. The court emphasized that its decisions are based on legal principles rather than anticipated outcomes.
The Rajasthan High Court set aside the arbitrary suspension of an IRS officer, restoring service benefits and promoting consideration. The court awarded ₹5 lakh as exemplary costs due to the wrongful suspension.
The NCLT has validated the merger plan of JSW Steel under Sections 230 to 232 and directed an online shareholder vote within 60 days. This ruling facilitates the approval process of corporate mergers while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
The Orissa High Court has ruled in favor of the revocation of a canceled GST registration, conditional upon the timely payment of all outstanding taxes, interest, and penalties. This decision reinforces the importance of meeting financial obligations for the revival of tax registrations.
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.
Karnataka High Court issues notice on petition challenging government order allowing engineers to use 'Er' prefix. Next hearing set for November 16, 2026.
The ITAT ruled that only the ITO, not the DCIT, can issue assessment orders for corporate returns below ₹20 lakh in mofussil areas, relying on CBDT instructions on jurisdictional competence.
As of September 30, 2026, the RBI processed 3,011 pending applications under its Citizen’s Charter, reflecting its commitment to public service delivery and accountability in regulatory functions.
Centre appoints 1991-batch IRS officer Mayank Kumar as Member of CBIC, filling a key administrative vacancy.
The Ladakh Administration has announced the formation of five new districts and has assigned Lead Bank responsibilities accordingly. This development impacts financial services and governance in the region.
The Reserve Bank of India has issued a directive following the formation of five new districts in Ladakh, assigning lead bank responsibilities to enhance financial services in the region.