Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
FeaturedThe Orissa High Court held that a corporate debtor is not liable for criminal prosecution for environmental violations occurring before commencement of Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process if a resolution plan has been approved.
FeaturedThe NCLAT Delhi has dismissed appeals against penalties and debarment of an auditor related to the audit of a listed company. This ruling reinforces professional accountability and the significance of compliance with audit standards.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court ruled that using offensive expletives does not necessarily constitute obscenity under criminal law, as they must be lascivious and prurient to meet this threshold.
FeaturedIndia has introduced a ban on the import of goods produced using forced labour, with new clauses added to the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023. The changes will take effect 30 days post-publication.
FeaturedThe NCLT Ahmedabad has approved the amalgamation scheme of J.B. Chemicals with Torrent Pharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court mandated that an accused must be heard before cognizance under the PMLA, emphasizing due process rights. The ruling reinforces the necessity of judicial prudence in the application of preventive measures under the PMLA.
FeaturedThe Competition Commission of India (CCI) has imposed penalties on HP India and various resellers for cartelisation practices in supply chains. The ruling emphasizes the need for compliance with competition laws to prevent anti-competitive conduct.
FeaturedThe RBI issued a notification updating the implementation of Section 51A of the UAPA, aligning Indian regulations with the UNSC's 1267/1989 sanctions on ISIL and Al-Qaida. This marks a crucial step in enhancing compliance with international counter-terrorism financing obligations.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court overturned the High Court's bail order under the PMLA due to neglect of the twin conditions specified in Section 45, emphasizing adherence to statutory requirements.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court granted bail in a PMLA case, noting prolonged custody and lack of imminent trial, highlighting custodial rights and the need for timely justice.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has denied anticipatory bail to Professor Dr. MK Ram, accused of harassing a Dalit student who committed suicide. The court characterized his conduct as inhuman, emphasizing that he must face accountability.
FeaturedThe Bombay High Court's decision in Black Diamond Motors reshapes the interpretation of trademark procedural timelines. It underscores the court's preference for substantive justice, questioning legislative clarity regarding Rule 45 of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017.