ArticleCyber Deception: Fake Supreme Court Hearing Dupes Business TycoonA recent scam involving textile baron Mr. S.P. Oswal, Chairman of the Vardhman Group, has shocked the legal and business communities alike.IndiaCriminal LawS.S. Rana & Co.
ArticleDischarged Accused Stands On A Higher Footing Than Acquitted Accused: Supreme CourtIn Ex. Sqn. Ldr. R. Sood v. Union of India & Ors., 2026 INSC 366, the Supreme Court of India has clarified that an accused who is discharged stands on a higher footing...IndiaCriminal LawVaish Associates Advocates
ArticleGeo – Tagging Of Companies (Registered On Or Before 31/12/2017) Mandatory Before 25th April – MCAThe Central Government has been vested power under Section 12 (9) and Section 469 (1 and 2) to make rules for carrying out in the provisions by a notification for any matter whatsoever under the Companies Act 2013.IndiaCriminal LawKhurana & Khurana, Advocates and IP Attorneys
ArticleIndian Anti-Corruption Law: Following The Global TrendMuch has been written and articulated about corruption in India which, ostensibly, pervades at every level and, more so, to get simple tasks done.IndiaCriminal LawPSA
ArticleIs Fraud Open To Arbitration?Arbitrability of fraud has been one of the contentious issues in arbitration.IndiaCriminal LawNishith Desai Associates
ArticleSanctioning Corporate Crime And Misconduct: Decriminalisation Solutions?The gargantuan changes occurred in the pretext of COVID-19 reiterated the need for harmonization of regimes with commercial realities of a sinking global economy. IndiaCriminal LawKS Legal & Associates
ArticleStrategic Defense Against Financial Crime: A 3-Phase AI ApproachFinancial fraud is evolving faster than most organizations can respond. Understanding the implications of data in real-world contexts is far more important than simply analyzing it.IndiaCriminal LawAnkura Consulting Group LLC
ArticleSupreme Court On Professional Liability Under PMLA: Deputy Director v. Murali Krishna ChakralaThe Supreme Court’s affirmation in Deputy Director v. Murali Krishna Chakrala (SLP (Criminal) Diary No. 8123/2024) marks a decisive moment in the jurisprudence of professional liability under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). IndiaCriminal LawMZM Legal, Advocates & Legal Consultants
ArticleTech-ing On CorruptionScams relating to public procurement and government approvals have generally entailed key individuals exercising discretion in favour of a (generally) undeserving party against a more deserving party. IndiaCriminal LawNishith Desai Associates
ArticleThe Crime Times - Vol. 1 - Issue 2 - November, 2025Welcome to the latest issue of "The Crime Times," dedicated to the intricate and ever-evolving landscape of criminal law in India. We are living in challenging times, marked by an aggressive approach from governmental agencies in initiating criminal prosecutions.IndiaCriminal LawVaish Associates Advocates
ArticleInherent Powers Under CrPC To Be Used Sparingly By High Courts: The SC Talks ToughThe Hon'ble Supreme Court (SC) in a significant judgment in Neeharika Infrastructures Pvt. Ltd. v. State of Maharashtra and Ors., 2021 SCC OnLine SC 315...IndiaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationKhaitan & Co.
ArticleSupreme Court Of India: New Guidelines For Preventing Misuse Of Section 498A Of Code Of Criminal Procedure. 1898The question before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India ("Apex Court") in Criminal Appeal No. 1265/2017 (Rajesh Sharma & Ors. vs State of UP) was whether any directions are called for to prevent the misuse...IndiaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationClyde & Co
ArticleA Skewed View Of Corporate FraudEven the most well-intentioned of legislations can be quite ineffective in providing succour to honest investors and safeguarding interests of the company.IndiaCorporate/Commercial LawNishith Desai Associates
ArticleGovt. Won't Allow Easy Escape For Dishonest Shell CompaniesThe bank accounts of the companies detected to have been at fault are in the process of being frozen. IndiaCorporate/Commercial LawS.S. Rana & Co.
ArticleRegulatory Untouchability Should Be ShunnedPolitical untouchability has found its way into the regulatory system too. IndiaCorporate/Commercial LawJSA Advocates & Solicitors
ArticleMinor Victims Cannot Waive Justice: Rajasthan High Court Reaffirms POSCO ProtectionsOn 29 May 2021, a minor girl was allegedly subjected to gang rape and sexual assault by four named individuals Sunil Kumar, Ravi Kumar, Ravindra, and Kundan Lal all residents of Khanpur Mewan, District Alwar, Rajasthan.IndiaCriminal LawIndiaLaw LLP
ArticleProbates No Longer CompulsoryThe Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha passed the Repealing and Amending Bill, 2025 ("Bill") in the recently concluded Winter Session with the objective of removing provisions...IndiaFamily and MatrimonialAcuity Law
ArticleImproper Arrest Being A Ground Of Bail – Karnataka High Court ClarifiesThe question of whether an improper or irregular arrest automatically entitles an accused to bail has been the subject of considerable judicial scrutiny. IndiaGovernment, Public SectorSaga Legal
ArticleWhether Property With No Link To Alleged Criminal Activity Can Be Attached Under Prevention Of Money Laundering Act, 2002On March 6, 2020, a landmark judgement was passed by the Hon'ble High Court of Punjab & Haryana comprising of the bench of Justice Jaswant Singh and Justice Sant Parkash ...IndiaGovernment, Public SectorRajani Associates
ArticleNCLT Kochi On Section 66 IBC: Accountability For Fraudulent Trading In Thesaurus Projects Pvt. Ltd.This article examines the judgment of the National Company Law Tribunal, Kochi Bench, in IA(IBC)/303/KOB/2024 in CP(IBC)/57/KOB/2022, arising in the matter of M/s. Thesaurus Projects Private Limited.IndiaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringIndiaLaw LLP