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Sep 9, 20243 min read
Madras High Court Clarifies the Validity of Formal Arrests in Judicial Custody
Madras HC examines PMLA v. CrPC conflicts, affirming procedural norms for arrests without physical custody.
Sep 9, 20244 min read
Madras HC: Money Laundering Covers All Activities Involving Proceeds of Crime
Madras HC confirms, even without possession, any dealings with crime proceeds constitute money laundering under PMLA.
Sep 8, 20243 min read
Supreme Court Cancels Bail in Cooperative Society Fraud, Emphasizing Judicial Scrutiny in Economic Offences
The Supreme Court's decision underscores the need for strict scrutiny in granting bail for economic offences affecting public interest.
Sep 7, 20243 min read
Supreme Court Clarifies Interpretation of Special Treatment for Women under the PMLA
Exploring the Supreme Court's nuanced stance on anticipatory bail within the SC/ST Act through pivotal rulings.
Sep 7, 20243 min read
NCLAT Clarifies Timing for Filing Section 12A of the IBC Applications Post-Liquidation
NCLAT clarifies that Section 12A applications are only permissible during CIRP, not post-liquidation.
Sep 7, 20246 min read
Breaking the Chains of Prolonged Detention: Supreme Court Reaffirms Bail Rights in Economic Offences
The SC reaffirms bail principles under the PMLA, ensuring fair treatment in cases involving economic offences and personal liberty.
Sep 1, 20243 min read
Delhi High Court Clarifies Rights on Seized Assets and Refunds Under the CGST
The Delhi High Court highlights petitioners’ rights concerning seized assets and the refund process during tax investigations under CGST.
Aug 31, 20246 min read
Supreme Court on Anticipatory Bail under SC/ST Act: Interpretation of Sections 18 and 3
Exploring the Supreme Court's nuanced stance on anticipatory bail within the SC/ST Act through pivotal rulings.
Aug 30, 20243 min read
Excessive Bail is no Bail – Supreme Court Relaxes Bail Conditions
SC rules on unified sureties for multiple FIRs, easing the bail process across states, upholding fundamental rights under Article 21
Aug 30, 20245 min read
Drawing the Line: Supreme Court Reminds that Cheating and Criminal Breach of Trust are Distinct & Cannot Co-exist
Supreme Court clarifies: mere non-payment of debts does not establish criminal liability, underscoring the separation of civil and criminal
Aug 29, 20243 min read
Supreme Court Acquits Accused Due to Inadmissible Evidence and Procedural Lapses in NDPS Case
Analysis of a landmark Supreme Court verdict, highlighting key legal errors in NDPS convictions and procedural integrity
Aug 26, 20242 min read
Delhi High Court Reinforces the Jurisdiction and Scope of Powers of NCLT
The Delhi High Court confirms NCLT's authority to handle cases involving forged documents, expanding its role in complex company disputes.
Aug 25, 20243 min read
Appellate Tribunal SAFEMA Revisits Penalty Proportionality: Balancing Compliance, Proportionality, and Regulatory Oversight under FEMA
The SAFEMA Tribunal reduced penalties under FEMA, recognising the importance of proportionality in regulatory enforcement and compliance.
Aug 24, 20244 min read
Allahabad High Court Quashes Unreasoned Summoning in Benami Case: Emphasizes Judicial Scrutiny
The Allahabad HC stresses the need for reasoned summoning orders in benami cases, ensuring proper judicial scrutiny and legal adherence.
Aug 23, 20244 min read
Delhi High Court Balances Between the Right to Travel & National Economic Interests: A Judicial Pattern in the Making?
The Delhi HC balances personal liberty with national economic interests, upholding travel restrictions amid ongoing financial investigations
Aug 22, 20244 min read
[Rajasthan HC] Arbitration Application Allowed Despite Respondents' Objections Regarding Procedural Requirements, Limitations, and Quantum of Claim
Rajasthan HC rules in favour of L&T, dismissing RUIDP's objections on procedural grounds and claim limits in an arbitration case.
Aug 20, 20243 min read
Tribunal Confirms Asset Confiscation Under FERA, Differentiating Adjudication from Prosecution Proceedings
The Tribunal upheld asset confiscation under FERA, affirming that prosecution and adjudication proceedings are independent processes.
Aug 19, 20244 min read
[Delhi HC] Settlement for Dispute Regarding Sweat Equity Shares Taxable as Long-term Capital Gains, Not Salary
Delhi HC rules settlement from sweat equity share disputes as capital gains, not salary.
Aug 17, 20246 min read
Breaking the ‘Snake & Ladder’ Cycle: Supreme Court Upholds Right to Speedy Trial, Grants Bail Amid Prolonged Incarceration in PMLA Cases
Supreme Court grants bail, emphasises right to speedy trial in PMLA case, marking a judicial shift.
Aug 16, 20244 min read
Acquittal in Cheque Bounce Case: Supreme Court Emphasises Evidence Over Presumption
SC upholds acquittal in cheque bounce case, emphasising robust evidence over mere legal presumption.