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“Systematic attempt to mint more money under PMJAY scheme”; Gujarat HC dismisses bail plea of doctor accused in Khyati Hospital Angioplasty Scandal

The Court stated that the fact remained that seven patients were forced to undergo the procedure of angioplasty without their wish and without any need in some cases. Furthermore, the material on record suggested that no proper post operational care was taken.

Case Briefs High Courts

‘Bribery strikes at root of public administration, erodes public faith in govt. institutions’; Punjab and Haryana HC rejects anticipatory bail plea of Junior Engineer

“The demand for Rs. 1000 — however modest in quantum — is not to be seen in isolation but must be viewed in light of the position held by the accused engineer and the context of the demand. The act of coercing an ordinary citizen to pay a bribe for availing a rightful service, amounts to gross misconduct.”

GMR Nagpur International Airport Tata Capital loan

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CAM Advises GMR Nagpur International Airport on Rupee Term Loan from Tata Capital

CAM acted as legal counsel to GMR Nagpur International Airport Limited

Case Briefs High Courts

Gauhati HC directs return of Nigerian citizen who was illegally detained for about 4 years

The foreigner had been arrested in 2020 and convicted in 2021 for entering into India without any valid travel document. However, despite completing his sentence his detention continued.

Experts Corner Khaitan & Co

Supreme Court’s Stand on Digital Inclusion: An Analysis of the Verdict on Accessible KYC for Persons with Disabilities

by Vanita Bhargava* and Vishal Shrivastava**

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JSA advises Hero MotoCorp for initial public offering of Ather energy

JSA acted as counsel to Hero MotoCorp Limited (“HMCL”), the corporate promoter of Ather Energy Limited

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The Legality of “Execution Appeals” Under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986

by Namrata Chandorkar*

Legislation Updates Notifications

RBI Shapes the Future of Digital Lending, 2025

RBI notifies digital lending rules to establish transparency, protect borrowers, and regulate multi-lender partnerships.

New releases News

SCAORA writes letter to newly sworn in CJI B.R. Gavai seeking reinstatement of letter circulation mechanism and change in matter listing mechanism

The Supreme Court Advocates-On-Record Association (‘SCAORA’) requested Justice Gavai to consider its requests to alleviate the difficulties faced by the bar members and enable them to contribute to the efficient functioning of the Supreme Court.

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JSA Advises Advent International and Suven Pharmaceuticals on USD 3 Billion Merger with Cohance Lifesciences

JSA advised Advent International and Suven Pharmaceuticals Limited, which is listed in India, in the ~USD 3 billion dollar (combined) merger of

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CAM assisted Prestige Group with their new township project ‘The Prestige City — Indirapuram’ located in Ghaziabad.

CAM assisted the Prestige Group with their new township project in the NCR Region viz.

Interviews

From IP Strategy to Legal Leadership: Ms. Navneet Momi’s Vision for the Future of Intellectual Property

Interviewee: Ms. Navneet Momi¹

Interviewed by Ms Kanishka Chopra²

Case Briefs High Courts

‘Punjab ought to have approached Centre but did not’; Here’s why Punjab & Haryana HC directed removal of Punjab Police deployed at Bhakhra Nangal Dam

On 01-05-2025, allegedly, Punjab forcibly took control of the operations and management of the Bhakhra Nangal Dam and Lohand Control Room Water Regulation Offices by deploying a large number of police personnel with the ultimate object of forcibly preventing the Bhakra Beas Management Board from releasing water to Haryana.

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‘Cannot be compelled to work against his wishes’; Himachal Pradesh HC directs IGMC Shimla to give NOC to doctor seeking new job

The Court directed the Doctor to deposit the bond money to the authorities since he had signed a bond stating that he would serve the State for 7 years upon the completion of his education, failing which he would have to deposit the default amount of Rs. 60 Lakhs with interest.

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Importance of keeping the corporate house in order and going beyond just ticking the box

by Prachi Dutta¹

Case Briefs High Courts

Read why Gujarat High Court rejected Narayan Sai’s furlough plea in Surat rape case

The Court noted that Narayan attempted to bribe government officials and had a poor conduct in jail due to which he was punished several times. Additionally, cases had been registered against his disciples for threatening or assaulting the witnesses.

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Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Advises GPS Renewables on Sojitz Corporation’s Investment in GPSR Arya One

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM) advised GPS Renewables Private Limited on investment by Sojitz Corporation

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Go-Slow Actions in Indian Industrial Law: A Case for Reclassification and Reform

by Anushka Jain*

Case Briefs High Courts

Gauhati HC issues practice directions for disclosure of details while filing compensation applications under Section 166 (1) MV Act

The Supreme Court had directed High Courts to frame rules of procedure or issue practice directions for ensuring that material details are disclosed while filing claim applications under Section 166(1) of the MV Act.

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‘Staying release would cause immense loss to all involved’; Bombay HC refuses to grant stay against web series ‘Gram Chikitsalaya’ due to copyright infringement allegations

“Substantial amount of money is spent by producers and those involved in such creative works, and staying the release of such films/web-series would cause immense loss to all those involved in it.”