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WhatsApp Blocked: SC Directs Service of Section 41A CrPC Notice by Permissible Modes Only

Introduction

Electronic devices, mass media/ social media applications are now universally used for communications, collaboration and everyday work.

The judiciary, too, has embraced such technological advances. E-filings and virtual hearings have become a regular part of legal practice in the country, and are not exceptions any longer.

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Navigating ESG Compliance: Lessons from Recent Trends and the Santos Case

In an era marked by growing environmental consciousness and regulatory oversight, companies across the globe are facing heightened scrutiny over their sustainability claims. The recent lawsuit[1] against Santos Ltd., a major Australian energy company, serves as a wake-up call for corporations navigating the evolving landscape of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance. This article explores key takeaways from this landmark case, highlights the current ESG regulatory framework in India, and provides practical guidance for companies and investors to avoid similar pitfalls.

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Scope of summoning Indian nationals for virtual testimonies by Securities and Exchange Commission- Legal limits by local laws and international cooperation framework

Introduction

International law enforcement authorities are increasingly relying on mutual cooperation to obtain evidence or information outside their jurisdictional authority. Conducting joint investigations into prospective securities law violations, spanning countries, is also becoming common practice. This article discusses the scope and powers of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) to seek/ obtain documents and witness testimonies from an Indian national involved in potential securities law violations abroad, which may have implications in the United States.

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Internal Investigations Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023

Introduction

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (“Act”), marked a pivotal development in India’s framework for data protection by addressing the longstanding need for safeguarding personal information, data protection, and data handling.

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After Sunset: Courts on post Rohan Builders

The Supreme Court has resolved the debate on filing for an extension of time period under Section 29A of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (the “Act”), after the period for rendering an arbitral award has expired. This judgment was rendered in Rohan Builders (India) Private Limited v. Berger Paints India Private Limited, SLP (C) No. 23320 of 2023 (“Rohan Builders”) on September 12, 2024. Given that several months have passed since the judgment, this blog takes a bird’s eye view on disputes under Section 29A of the Act and how the courts have dealt with them post Rohan Builders

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No Vested Right for Highest Bidder: Examining IDA v. Shri Humud Jain Samaj Trust

This article analyses the Supreme Court judgment in Indore Vikas Praadhikaran (IDA) & Anr. v. Shri Humud Jain Samaj Trust & Anr. (Civil Appeal No. 13089 of 2024 arising out of SLP (Civil) No. 9940 of 2022), dealing with the highest bidder’s legal challenge following the cancellation of a tender process by the Indore Vikas Praadhikaran (“IDA”). This analysis delves into the case facts, the legal principles, relevant Indian law, and the potential impact of the judgment.

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Some Key Features of the SIAC rules 2025 and their implications for India-related Arbitrations

The seventh edition of the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (“SIAC”) arbitration rules (“2025 Rules”) came into force on January 1, 2025. The 2025 Rules are considerably longer than the previous edition, but SIAC’s very helpful summary of all its key features is available here. This piece discusses some of these key features and their implications for India-related arbitrations.

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US-India discussion on Sanctions: Indian Companies to remain diligent about Sanctions Compliance

Recent actions: Russia-related sanctions

On October 30, 2024, the United States (“US”) Department of Treasury’s Office of Foreign Asset Control (“OFAC”) sanctioned 19 Indian companies and 2 Indian individuals under its Russia-related sanctions program under the Executive Order (“EO”) 14024. This action was in the nature of imposition of secondary sanctions on third-country actors to discourage non-US persons from engaging in certain transactions, even without a US nexus, that might be harmful to the objectives of the US sanctions programs.

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Background

A scheme of arrangement is an oft used mechanism for company restructuring, which may take the form of a ‘merger’, a ‘demerger’ or even a ‘compromise’ with creditors. Sections 391-394 of the Companies Act, 1956 (“1956 Act”), read with the Companies (Court) Rules, 1959, were the relevant statutory framework governing this. 

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Court’s power to partially set aside arbitral awards: An Indian perspective

Recently, the Delhi High Court (“DHC”) has reiterated that Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (“Act”), empowers courts to partially set aside an arbitral award and it would not amount to a modification, as an arbitral award consists of distinct components independent of each other.

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