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UK and Dutch governments apologize for forced adoptions

The British and Duch governments made a public apology on Thursday to the people affected by the forced removal and forced adoptions of children in the second half of the last century. In England, between 1949 and 1976, the state and the Christian church created a system that targeted young unmarried women who had children […] The post UK and...

UN rights expert warns racism and intolerance persist in sports

A UN expert warned Thursday that racism, xenophobia, discrimination, and other intolerance are entrenched across sports. Dr. Ashwani K.P., the UN Special Rapporteur on contemporary forms of racism, gave her report to the Human Rights Council, saying, “sport has the extraordinary ability to bring people together,” “yet, sport is not isolated from society,” because “it […] The post UN rights...

Rights groups urge EU action on Vietnam’s repression of dissidents in Thailand

A coalition of human rights organizations urged the EU and its member states Wednesday to demand transparency and human rights safeguards in ongoing negotiations for a bilateral extradition treaty between Vietnam and Thailand, warning that the agreement could provide a legal framework for the politically motivated arrest and forced return of Vietnamese dissidents and refugees. […] The post Rights groups...

NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of alleged abuse of toddlers at Bengaluru IT company creche; issues notices to Karnataka Chief Secretary and DGP

NHRC has taken suo motu cognizance of media reports alleging abuse of toddlers at a Bengaluru IT company creche and has sought a detailed report from the Karnataka Chief Secretary and DGP within two weeks The post NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of alleged abuse of toddlers at Bengaluru IT company creche; issues notices to Karnataka Chief Secretary and DGP...

Evolving Investment Arbitration Landscape: Experts discuss BIT reforms, State practice, and emergence of Investment Mediation at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026

The session explored both the remarkable institutional developments taking place across Central Asia and the broader global movement towards modernising investment treaties through balanced treaty drafting, stronger procedural safeguards, and greater emphasis on dispute prevention. The post Evolving Investment Arbitration Landscape: Experts discuss BIT reforms, State practice, and emergence of Investment Mediation at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026 appeared first...

Federal judge halts Philadelphia ban on ICE agents wearing masks or concealing badges

A US federal judge on Thursday prevented Philadelphia’s “ICE OUT” mandate from taking effect, holding that the law requiring Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to remove masks and display badges sidesteps a “clear constitutional mandate.” Following a lawsuit by the Department of Justice (DOJ) disputing the legality of the order, Trump-appointed Judge Chad Kenney’s […] The post Federal judge...

India’s Evolving IBC and Competition Law Landscape: Key Takeaways from Khaitan & Co.’s Media Roundtable

From recent IBC amendments to evolving merger control and competition law enforcement, the roundtable examined the legal and regulatory developments shaping India's commercial landscape and their implications for businesses and investors. The post India’s Evolving IBC and Competition Law Landscape: Key Takeaways from Khaitan & Co.’s Media Roundtable appeared first on SCC Times.

Rights group warns of waning rights for victims after Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger exit ICC

Amnesty International on Thursday warned that Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger’s recent decision to deposit formal notifications of withdrawal from the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) will paint a bleak future by denying thousands of conflict survivors their right to truth, justice, and reparations. In commenting on the gravity that this decision […] The post Rights group...

Share allotment diluting majority shareholder held oppressive: NCLT Hyderabad cancels Rs 2.5 crore share allotment in MBG Commodities

“Section 242 casts a higher threshold on the petitioner to demonstrate that the affairs of the Company are being conducted in a manner oppressive to any member or prejudicial to the interests of the Company, or that circumstances exist warranting its winding up on just and equitable considerations.” The post Share allotment diluting majority shareholder held oppressive: NCLT Hyderabad cancels...

“Trust, but verify”: Experts discusses AI governance, ethics and accountability at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026

The panel examined the evolving role of artificial intelligence in arbitration, discussing its practical applications, ethical boundaries and the principles that should guide its responsible use. The post “Trust, but verify”: Experts discusses AI governance, ethics and accountability at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026 appeared first on SCC Times.

Chinese manjha case | Telangana HC held Magistrate cannot issue summons through cryptic cognizance order

The Court held that while prosecuting offences arising out of the alleged sale or use of Chinese manjha, a Magistrate must record reasons demonstrating application of mind before taking cognizance and issuing summons. The post Chinese manjha case | Telangana HC held Magistrate cannot issue summons through cryptic cognizance order appeared first on SCC Times.

Cases Reported in HCC | Latest High Court Cases on Service and Labour Laws

Explore the latest Cases reported in SCC’s High Court Cases (HCC) shaping Service and Labour Laws which covers pension recovery, withholding of pension, abandonment of service, pay fixation, employees' compensation, voluntary retirement, recruitment of persons with disabilities. The post Cases Reported in HCC | Latest High Court Cases on Service and Labour Laws appeared first on SCC Times.

10-Year limit on development plan revision is mandatory; Belated exercise cannot defeat deemed lapse: Gujarat HC

If there is neither acquisition of the land nor initiation of revision proceedings within the prescribed period of 10 years, and despite service of the statutory notice the authority fails to acquire the land or commence acquisition proceedings within 6 months, the reservation is deemed to have lapsed by operation of law. The post 10-Year limit on development plan revision...

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises on qualified institutions placement of Sterlite Technologies Ltd.

The proceeds of the QIP are proposed to be utilized towards re-payment and /or prepayment of certain outstanding borrowings of the Company and certain of its subsidiaries, and general corporate purposes. The post Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises on qualified institutions placement of Sterlite Technologies Ltd. appeared first on SCC Times.

Madhya Pradesh High Court stays SDM notice directing dispossession of petitioners’ houses in cattle slaughter case

The Madhya Pradesh High Court gives interim relief to petitioners accused of cattle slaughtering, by staying the operation and effect of the administrative notice issued to dispossess the petitioners of their houses. The post Madhya Pradesh High Court stays SDM notice directing dispossession of petitioners’ houses in cattle slaughter case appeared first on SCC Times.

CAM advises Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. on investment by Mundi Ltd., a subsidiary of Terminal Investment Ltd.

CAM advised Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. on the strategic investment by Mundi Ltd., a subsidiary of Terminal Investment Ltd., in a significant infrastructure transaction. The post CAM advises Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. on investment by Mundi Ltd., a subsidiary of Terminal Investment Ltd. appeared first on SCC Times.

‘Asia is becoming a superpower of disputes’: Prof. Loukas Mistelis highlights global arbitration trends at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026

Prof. Loukas Mistelis traced the evolution of the Queen Mary International Arbitration Survey over the past two decades, highlighting arbitration's continued dominance in cross-border disputes, Asia's growing influence, user expectations, and the transformative role of artificial intelligence. The post ‘Asia is becoming a superpower of disputes’: Prof. Loukas Mistelis highlights global arbitration trends at IAC Eurasia Arbitration Week 2026 appeared...

National Stock Exchange of India is a “public authority” under RTI Act: Delhi High Court

The Court held that NSEI would qualify as a “public authority” not only under the second part, but also under the first part of Section 2(h), RTI Act. The post National Stock Exchange of India is a “public authority” under RTI Act: Delhi High Court appeared first on SCC Times.

Can a Regulator Be Held Liable for the Consequences of Implementing a Safety Regulation?

by Rahul M. Shankhar* and V. Soorya Shrinivas** The post Can a Regulator Be Held Liable for the Consequences of Implementing a Safety Regulation? appeared first on SCC Times.

To Say Passport Is Only A Travel Document Is Complete Misreading Of Law: Justice Lokur Criticises MEA Stand

To Say Passport Is Only A Travel Document Is Complete Misreading Of Law: Justice Lokur Criticises MEA Stand

Court Denies Bail To Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam In Delhi Riots Larger Conspiracy Case

Court Denies Bail To Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam In Delhi Riots Larger Conspiracy Case

Supreme Court Refuses To Interfere With Delhi HC Order Allowing Wife To Seek Husband's Hotel, CDR Records To Prove Adultery

Supreme Court Refuses To Interfere With Delhi HC Order Allowing Wife To Seek Husband's Hotel, CDR Records To Prove Adultery

Bhang Doesn't Fall Within Definition Of 'Cannabis (Hemp)' Under NDPS Act: Jharkhand High Court

Bhang Doesn't Fall Within Definition Of 'Cannabis (Hemp)' Under NDPS Act: Jharkhand High Court

When Can A Judgment Be Declared 'Per Incuriam'? Supreme Court Explains The Supreme Court on Tuesday reiterated that

The Supreme Court on Tuesday reiterated that the doctrine of per incuriam is an exception to the rule of stare decisis and can be invoked only in...

Senior Citizens Act Can't Be Invoked To Decide Title Dispute Unless Transfer Is Challengeable Under Section 23: Allahabad High Court

Delhi Gymkhana Club member, staff move Delhi High Court against government’s eviction move

Kerala High Court rejects plea for CBI probe into attack on ED officers

Justice Ashok Bhushan demits office as NCLAT Chairperson after nearly five-year tenure

Delhi court denies bail to Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam in Delhi riots conspiracy case

Mumbai to get India’s first city-wide master pedestrian network plan: BMC tells Supreme Court

PILs cannot be based on digital gossip, unverified media reports: Madras High Court

Summoning hotel records, call data to prove adultery does not violate right to privacy: Supreme Court

Kerala HC calls for change in law to let Christian women file divorce pleas from their place of residence

RJD MP moves Supreme Court seeking CBI probe into Ram Janmabhoomi Trust finances

Delhi High Court declines to exclude Beanly from arbitration in Papa CJ share transfer dispute

Sharjeel Imam, Umar Khalid seek bail based on latest Supreme Court verdict questioning denial of bail to them

No Matter What SC Says, Police Act On Their Own Whims: Allahabad High Court Orally Slams Cop For Ignoring 'Satender Antil' Verdict

No Matter What SC Says, Police Act On Their Own Whims: Allahabad High Court Orally Slams Cop For Ignoring 'Satender Antil' Verdict

Call For Separate Tamil Nadu Nation Not Sedition; Will Be Seen Only As Mental Health Issue : Madras High Court

Call For Separate Tamil Nadu Nation Not Sedition; Will Be Seen Only As Mental Health Issue : Madras High Court

Contractual claims arising out of personal insurance cover can’t be decided by MACT: Delhi High Court

Bar and Bench is hiring Court Reporters for Allahabad, Calcutta, Madras High Courts

India lacks a court system that supports arbitration: Justice Badar Durrez Ahmed

Legal Notes by Arvind Datar: The Impact of US Constitutional Law

Karnataka HC allows two NMIMS Law students facing attendance shortage to appear for semester exam

Importance of Oath under the Constitution of India

Professor C Raj Kumar and Dr Shashi Tharoor address Japanese lawmakers as JGU Deepens India–Japan Academic Ties

Lex Consult, JSA act on Supply6 Series A fundraise

DSK Legal, Addleshaw Goddard, Eversheds Sutherland act on Person Centred Software acquiring Camascope

CMS INDUSLAW acts on Godrej Industries $105 million NCD issuance

National Judicial Reforms Commission: A proposal we ignore at our peril [Part II]

Generative AI - Intermediary or originator vis-à-vis IndiaMart v. OpenAI

Jammu and Kashmir High Court quashes 2016 case against Coca-Cola over dual MRPs