
Secured Creditor Loses Right to Realise Collateral for Missing IBC Timelines
The NCLT ruled that adherence to IBC timelines is mandatory. Secured assets must merge into the liquidation estate if timelines are breached.
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The NCLT ruled that adherence to IBC timelines is mandatory. Secured assets must merge into the liquidation estate if timelines are breached.

The NCLT ruled that claims under Section 60(5) of IBC cannot be admitted once a resolution plan is approved. This impacts homebuyers' rights to file fresh claims after allotment cancellation.
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced new directions for credit derivatives markets under its Master Direction. This aims to regulate novel financial instruments and promote stability in credit markets.
The Reserve Bank of India has issued Master Directions for Credit Derivatives aimed at enhancing regulatory mechanisms in financial markets. This development is expected to facilitate the introduction of new financial instruments.
SEBI is proposing amendments to the SDI Regulations to align the securitisation framework with the RBI's 2025 rules.

The NCLT has admitted a Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) petition after determining that failure to deliver possession within the promised timeline constitutes financial default.

The NCLT has ruled that delays from RERA proceedings cannot bar homebuyers from initiating insolvency proceedings against developers.

NCLAT has condoned a 15-day delay in an appeal e-filed at 9 PM on the last permissible day, affirming that digital filing aligns with the intent of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). The ruling emphasizes the accessibility of justice through digital means.

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas facilitated Kotak Mahindra Bank's acquisition of Deutsche Bank's Private Banking and Wealth Management business, showcasing their expertise in financial transactions.
The Kerala High Court has set aside a rejection by the NCLT concerning additional objections from a corporate debtor in IBC proceedings, emphasizing the NCLT's discretion to accept further pleadings for fair adjudication.
The Calcutta High Court returned a plaint against a National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) valuation, stating its lack of territorial jurisdiction and the statutory bar on interference in ongoing liquidation proceedings.
SEBI has amended the framework for handling clients' unpaid securities, introducing direct demat pay-out with auto-pledge. The new regulations set specific timelines for pledge invocation, release, and liquidation.

The Karnataka High Court ruled that writ petitions challenging civil trial court orders via certiorari are not maintainable during corporate insolvency. Parties must resort to statutory remedies under the CPC.