Judicial discipline or lack thereof in NCLT and NCLAT
In this blog, Ritima Singh reflects on emerging concerns around judicial discipline within the NCLT and NCLAT. She explores how systemic inefficiencies, gaps in oversight, and instances of inconsistent conduct have raised questions about the functioning of these critical institutions.
Navigating with caution: High Courts’ judicial review of NCLT decisions
The Supreme Court recently reiterated that a High Court's interference in an order of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution is unwarranted where the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) constitutes the appropriate appellate forum.
Rethinking Karnataka’s new summons delivery rules
The Karnataka government recently published in the Official Gazette new Rules for the service of summons/notices through email and courier for civil cases in district courts and the High Court.
Year in Review: NCLT and NCLAT Under the Supreme Court’s Microscope
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Testing the Waters: Pre-Implementation Evaluation of the 2024 CCI Combination Regulations
The Combination Regulations 2024 issued by the CCI regulates mergers and acquisitions to strengthen competition and align with global standards. While aiming for fair competition, the regulations may increase compliance costs, slow processes, and challenge startups.
Not Quite Rocket Science
In this blog post, Surya Prakash explores how India’s space sector reforms can serve as inspiration for revisiting the institutional strucuture in the judicial system. He talks about, how clear roles, private sector engagement, and specialized technology roles, like those envisaged in the eCourts Phase III Vision document, are necessary to transform the judiciary.
Administration of justice needs an Aspirational Gatishakti
Surya Prakash BS talks about the lessons from Gati Shakti and the Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP) that can help transform India’s administration of justice by improving coordination with government agencies, transparency, and a focus on local needs.
Conduct of Insolvency Professionals: To whom so ever it may concern
The blog post gives an insight into the conduct of Insolvency Professionals in India. While these professionals arguably are being considered as “Public Servant”, their conduct in many a cases has been questionable and one defeating the purpose of IBC.
Civil Appeals at Karnataka High Court
In the sprawling expanse of the Karnataka High Court-Bengaluru Bench, a labyrinth of legal proceedings unfolds daily, with civil appeals forming a significant portion of the docket.
Ayodhya Development Plan seems to have ‘no plans’ for its Courts
In this blog, Ritima Singh gives us a virtual tour of the Ayodhya District Court, which has been neglected amid city-wide development.
