CCI can now hire agencies to monitor compliances, tweaks condentiality regime

Introduction  The bedrock of any equitable legal system rests upon the principles of a fair trial and due process, fundamentally ensuring an accused’s informed participation in their defense. At the core of this lies the undeniable right to access pertinent information collected during an investigation. In a landmark pronouncement, the Supreme Court of India in Sarla Gupta & Another Versus […]

Introduction  In the realm of commercial contracts, the presence of arbitration clauses often serves as a bulwark against judicial intervention, particularly in disputes arising between contracting parties. However, the Calcutta High Court, in a recent judgement in India and others Versus Sunil Saha and others by a bench comprising Chief Justice T.S. Sivagnanam and Justice Chaitali Chatterjee (Das), have carved […]

Introduction  The Mumbai Centre for International Arbitration (MCIA) released its 2025 Arbitration Rules on May 1, 2025. This third edition, expanded from 36 to 49 provisions, aims to streamline proceedings, enhance transparency, and align India’s arbitration practices with global standards. The update reflects MCIA’s growth and is expected to further boost the increasing use of institutional arbitration in India. Key […]