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UN warns of rising food prices due to climate change and energy price hikes

The UN reported on Friday that the cost of key foods increased in July as a result of searing heatwaves and ongoing geopolitical instability, which have affected global energy prices amid persistent hunger risks in multiple countries. According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), the Food Price Index (FPI) averaged 131.1 points in […] The post UN warns...

Environmental groups sue New York regulators over loopholes weakening lead safety rules

Three environmental advocacy groups, represented by Earthjustice, have filed a lawsuit against the New York State Department of Health (DOH) on Thursday, accusing the DOH of failing to protect tenants, especially children, from lead poisoning by improperly enforcing the state’s Proactive Lead Inspection Law (PLIL),which took effect in November 2025. The suit focuses on two […] The post Environmental groups...

SCC Online Training Series Ep. 3 | Tips & Tricks for Legal Research

Want to Master SCC Online? Learn all the tips and tricks in Episode 3 of the SCC Online Training Video Series and The post SCC Online Training Series Ep. 3 | Tips & Tricks for Legal Research appeared first on SCC Times.

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. advises on Cube Highways Trust’s conversion into a publicly listed InvIT and its ₹50,000 million IPO

The transaction marks the first successful conversion of a privately listed InvIT into a publicly listed InvIT in India, representing a significant milestone in the evolution of India's listed infrastructure investment market. Continuing its streak, SAM has acted on every public offering by an InvIT/REIT this calendar year. The post Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. advises on Cube Highways Trust’s...

Human rights experts denounces recent US actions against Cuba

UN human rights experts on Thursday condemned the recent actions of threats and coercion by the United States against Cuba, asking the Security Council and the General Assembly to discuss these matters urgently. Stressing its contravention of Article 2 of the UN Charter, the experts called out the international community for its lack of action, […] The post Human rights...

From Cheque Dishonour to Cross-Border Enforcement: Corporate, Commercial, and Regulatory Roundup July 2026

A comprehensive roundup of the key commercial law developments in July 2026, featuring landmark judgments from the Supreme Court, High Courts, NCLAT and international courts, along with Regulatory Updates, Law Firm News, Expert Corner, Interviews, and Appointments & Transfers. The post From Cheque Dishonour to Cross-Border Enforcement: Corporate, Commercial, and Regulatory Roundup July 2026 appeared first on SCC Times.

Homebuyers invested Rs 42 lakh, waited 13 years, Allegedly forced to take possession of incomplete unit: Patiala House Court summons builders

The complaint alleged that despite investing nearly ₹42 lakh and waiting over a decade, the homebuyers were handed an incomplete unit without an occupation certificate, while the builder also failed to honour its pre-EMI commitment, adversely affecting their financial credibility. The post Homebuyers invested Rs 42 lakh, waited 13 years, Allegedly forced to take possession of incomplete unit: Patiala House...

Taken on “mere suspicion” for a Triple Murder, 22 years erased without any evidence: SC frees man; Faults both Courts below

Supreme Court set aside the conviction of a man who spent 22 years in prison, holding that the prosecution case rested on an unreliable solitary eyewitness account. The Court also emphasised that Constitutional Courts must adopt a proactive approach in condoning delays in criminal appeals filed by convicts. The post Taken on “mere suspicion” for a Triple Murder, 22 years...

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas represents Medicover on its € 1.2 billion sale of 100% stake in Sahrudaya Health Care Private Ltd. to KKR

The Seller, a holding company of Medicover held ~65% in SHCPL, and SHCPL in turn has 5 subsidiaries which together operate 26 hospitals across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Maharashtra. The post Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas represents Medicover on its € 1.2 billion sale of 100% stake in Sahrudaya Health Care Private Ltd. to KKR appeared first on SCC Times.

RBI Repeals 628 Supervisory Circulars After Consolidating Instructions into 64 Directions

RBI’s move seeks to simplify regulatory compliance and supervision by consolidating operative instructions and eliminating obsolete supervisory guidance. The post RBI Repeals 628 Supervisory Circulars After Consolidating Instructions into 64 Directions appeared first on SCC Times.

The Unintended Demise of India’s In-House Legal Profession: Why the Interpretation of Sections 132 and 134 Requires Reconsideration

by Dr Sanjeev Gemawat* The post The Unintended Demise of India’s In-House Legal Profession: Why the Interpretation of Sections 132 and 134 Requires Reconsideration appeared first on SCC Times.

Appeals court blocks White House ballroom, says only Congress can authorize it

A US federal appeals court ruled Friday that President Donald Trump likely lacks legal authority to demolish and rebuild portions of the White House without congressional approval. The ruling upholds an order that halts above-ground construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom, setting up a Supreme Court test of how far a president can go in reshaping […] The post Appeals court...

Indigenous leaders leave Guatemala prison 15 months after being detained for 2023 protests

Amnesty International on Wednesday reported that Indigenous leaders Luis Pacheco and Héctor Chaclán were released from Guatemalan prison and continue their criminal cases under house arrest, more than 15 months after they were detained over their role in protests that followed the country’s disputed 2023 election period. Pacheco and Chaclán were arrested on April 23, […] The post Indigenous leaders...

Different Problems Require Different Solutions, Legal Aid Must Be Rooted In Local Realities: CJI Surya KantChief Justice of

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday said that legal aid cannot follow a "one-size-fits-all" approach, stressing that solutions must be rooted in local realities and developed after understanding the specific needs of different communities.The CJI was addressing the West Zone Regional...

Union's Court In Renamed States: Why High Court Of Kerala May Outlast State's Name

Union's Court In Renamed States: Why High Court Of Kerala May Outlast State's Name

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Supreme Court Directs Rajasthan To Constitute Inter-Departmental Group & River Authority To Tackle EnvironmentalIssues

Supreme Court Directs Rajasthan To Constitute Inter-Departmental Group & River Authority To Tackle EnvironmentalIssues

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Allahabad High Court Imposes ₹2.5 Lakh Costs On Builder For Harassing Homebuyer For 13 Yrs Through Frivolous Litigation

Fill Vacant Posts In Rajasthan Civil Services Appellate Tribunal Or DoP Principal Secretary Must Appear: Rajasthan High Court

Acid Attack Victims Must Be Compensated Irrespective Of Fine Imposed On Offender: Kerala High Court

Cyril Shroff and IIM Ahmedabad co-found Cyril Shroff – IIMA GC Leadership Academy

Advocates' clerks: Recognising the invisible institution of the Indian justice system

Advocate or arbitrator? Bombay High Court Justice Sharmila Deshmukh says lawyers must be both

Deepak Prakash can continue as Bihar minister after MLC nomination: State tells Supreme Court

Slogans for Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam: Mumbai court denies anticipatory bail to two TISS students

Courting Controversy: Justice, now streaming

Supreme Court replaces retired Justice Arun Mishra as arbitrator in Adani vs Rajasthan discom case

Allahabad HC directs UP Bar Council to issue enrolment numbers to advocates within 4 weeks of clearing AIBE

Father cannot use money in daughter's PPF account to pay maintenance: Delhi High Court

Hotels should obtain copyright licence for music played through cable TV in rooms: Calcutta High Court

People more likely to honour agreements reached through mediation than imposed decisions: CJI Surya Kant

Priyam Jain joins AP & Partners as Business Development Manager

Phoenix Legal promotes Simant Satapathy and Meera Murali to Associate Partner

Courts Should Adopt Liberal Approach In Condoning Delay In Appeals Filed By Convicts: Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court has

The Supreme Court has held that constitutional courts should adopt a liberal and proactive approach while considering applications for condonation of delay in appeals filed by convicts, observing that procedural delays should not stand in the way of a prisoner's right to challenge a conviction...

Know The Law | Doctrine Of Ratification : Supreme Court Explains Principles

Know The Law | Doctrine Of Ratification : Supreme Court Explains Principles

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee Approaches Supreme Court Second Time Seeking Foreign Travel Permission For Eye Treatment

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee Approaches Supreme Court Second Time Seeking Foreign Travel Permission For Eye Treatment

Supreme Court Issues Notice On Advocates' Plea Challenging Gujarat District Judge Recruitment Results

Supreme Court Issues Notice On Advocates' Plea Challenging Gujarat District Judge Recruitment Results

Lawyers Must Act Decently Not Only With Own Clients But Also With Opposite Parties : Supreme Court

Lawyers Must Act Decently Not Only With Own Clients But Also With Opposite Parties : Supreme Court

'A True Hero': Kerala High Court Pays Tribute To Volunteer R. Rajesh Who Lost His Life During Flood Rescue Operations In Kannur

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Once Court-Annexed Mediation Ends In Signed Settlement, Party Cannot Withdraw Consent On Mere Change Of Mind: Jharkhand High Court

Excess Salary Paid Due To Wrong Pay Fixation Can't Be Recovered From Class-III & IV Employees Despite Undertaking: Chhattisgarh High Court