In 2009, the Indian government implemented provisions under the Competition Act of 2002 for prohibition of anti-competitive agreements and abuse of dominant positions in India.

2016 witnessed a new entrant in the Telecom market! Jio, which not only came up with jaw dropping customer friendly offers which were not appreciated by its competitors.

It creates efficient and glowing atmosphere everywhere.

On 29 September, 2022 the CCI approved the 100% acquisition of certain subsidiaries of Mytrah Energy (India) Private Limited namely, Mytrah Vayu Urja Private Limited, Bindu Vayu Urja Private Limited...

The Competition Commission of India has passed a final order In Re: Cartelisation in the supply of Bearings (Automotive and Industrial) dated 21 October 2021, Suo Motu Case No. 7(02) of 2014.

The CCI's decision is the fourth order to be passed under the Leniency provisions.

Recently, the CCI published advocacy material in the form of a competition assessment toolkit intended for policymakers, researchers, analysts, and competition stakeholders; and a diagnostic toolkit for procurement officers.

On September 13, 2022, pursuant to a complaint filed by "Dr. Supratik Sanatani and Dr. Paromita Sanatani (‘Informants'), the CCI dismissed allegations of cartelization and abuse of dominant position...

On October 28, 2019, the CCI issued a prima facie order to conduct detailed investigation against online travel agents (‘OTAs') – MakeMyTrip India Pvt. Ltd. (‘MMT') and Ibibo Group Private...

The main objection taken by the airlines was the lack of evidence to show the existence of an agreement or exchange of information regarding prices between the airlines.

On September 30, 2022, the CCI penalised Trian Partners AM Holdco, Ltd. (‘Trian Holdco') and Trian Fund Management, L.P. (‘Trian Fund') (collectively referred to as ‘Acquirers')...

In its order dated August 18, 2020, Competition Commission of India (CCI) dismissed allegations of abuse of dominant position which were levelled against WhatsApp and Facebook...

CCI maintaining distance from the jurisdiction of electricity sector regulators State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERCs) denied to examine fixation of electricity tariffs under the provisions of S. 4 of the Competition Act, 2002.

A recent workshop conducted by the CCI on ‘Competition Issues in the Pharmaceutical Sector in India' shows that the CCI is again actively examining the pharmaceutical industry.

The Competition Act, 2002 ("Act") does not define de-merger. In the absence of a definition, it is unclear whether (i) a filing in relation to a de-merger is required, and (ii) if a filing is required, whether a de-merger would fall under sections 5(a) (acquisitions) or 5(c) (mergers and amalgamations) of the Act.

The Government of India, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, vide gazette notification, S.O. 2228(E), dated 18th May 2023, has enforced the following important Sections/provisions of the Competition...

On July 17, 2019, DHC upheld the order passed by CCI in Nagrik Chetna Manch v. SAAR IT Resources Private Limited and Ors.

There are concerns that the current state of competition law is unable to respond to the challenges posed by the expansion of the scope of technology as well as the rise of digital economy.

Aggrieved by the Competition Commission of India (CCI)'s decision to investigate the alleged cartelization in Assam and the North-East region...

The GoI, vide notification dated May 10, 2024, has brought into force the CCI (General) Amendment Regulations, 2024 ("Amended General Regulations")...