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Delhi police increase security ahead of voter list protests on October 10

The Delhi Police increased restrictions and heightened security measures on Friday, including the closure of metro stations and disruptions to travel routes, ahead of major protests on October 10. Delhi is gearing towards a large scale protests to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation amid irregularities in the Election Commission’s Special […] The post Delhi police...

Malaysia strengthens ADR Ecosystem ahead of AIAC’s Asia ADR Week 2026

Hosted under the theme “Kainos: Where Vision Transforms Future”, the Asia ADR Week 2026 promises to bring together practitioners, arbitrators, mediators, academics, businesses and stakeholders from Malaysia, Asia and beyond to exchange perspectives on the developments shaping the future of dispute resolution. The post Malaysia strengthens ADR Ecosystem ahead of AIAC’s Asia ADR Week 2026 appeared first on SCC Times.

UN expert calls for stronger protections as violence against older women remains “invisible”

UN Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls Reem Alsalem on Thursday called for stronger protections for older women, warning that ageism and sex discrimination continue to leave violence, exploitation and neglect largely invisible in laws, policies and support systems. Her report A/81/133, entitled “Violence against older women”, highlighted persistent gaps in legal protection, […] The post UN expert...

Supreme Court’s new sequencing of matters in cause list: fresh and early-hearing matters in Part A, after-notice in Part B

SCBA informs the revised arrangement of Cause List, to be published in 2 parts, ending the practice of assigning a sequence to matters at 10:30 a.m. The post Supreme Court’s new sequencing of matters in cause list: fresh and early-hearing matters in Part A, after-notice in Part B appeared first on SCC Times.

NHRC Seeks Report from Delhi Police Commissioner Over Alleged Sexual Harassment of 3 Women Journalists at Jantar Mantar

NHRC has taken suo motu cognizance of allegations that three women journalists were subjected to sexual harassment by Delhi Police personnel during a protest at Jantar Mantar on 3 October 2026 and has sought a detailed report within two weeks The post NHRC Seeks Report from Delhi Police Commissioner Over Alleged Sexual Harassment of 3 Women Journalists at Jantar Mantar...

Supreme Court Constitutes Standing Committee on Judicial Well-being Under Justice K.V. Viswanathan

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has constituted a Standing Committee on Judicial Well-being under the Supreme Court, chaired by Justice K.V. Viswanathan, to address challenges affecting judicial officers. The post Supreme Court Constitutes Standing Committee on Judicial Well-being Under Justice K.V. Viswanathan appeared first on SCC Times.

CAM acts as counsel to EAAA India Alternatives Ltd. and Avendus Finance Pvt. Ltd. in connection with a secured financing of INR 585 crores raised by Gujarat Themis Biosyn Ltd.

The proceeds of the financing were primarily used by the Issuer to fund part of the consideration for its acquisition of Micro Biopharm Japan Company Limited in Japan. The post CAM acts as counsel to EAAA India Alternatives Ltd. and Avendus Finance Pvt. Ltd. in connection with a secured financing of INR 585 crores raised by Gujarat Themis Biosyn Ltd...

US imposes full sanctions on ICC over arrest warrants and jurisdiction disputes

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio placed full sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday in response to continuing investigations into alleged war crimes committed by US military personnel, Israel and the Trump administration. “Our message is clear: the United States and its people are not subject to the jurisdiction of the ICC,” […] The post US imposes...

Delhi High Court restrains rogue “JIO LOTTERY” websites in Reliance’s trade mark suit; Directs suspension of listed domains

Delhi High Court restrained the use of Reliance Industries Ltd.’s “JIO” trade mark on lottery and gaming websites, directing domain name registrars to suspend infringing websites and an intermediary to take down infringing content. The post Delhi High Court restrains rogue “JIO LOTTERY” websites in Reliance’s trade mark suit; Directs suspension of listed domains appeared first on SCC Times.

Khaitan & Co. advises ABC Impact on proposed combination of HCAH and QMS patient support businesses

Khaitan & Co advised ABC Impact on the structuring of the transaction and the negotiation and finalisation of the transaction documents, including the shareholders’ agreement, composite scheme of arrangement and implementation agreement. The post Khaitan & Co. advises ABC Impact on proposed combination of HCAH and QMS patient support businesses appeared first on SCC Times.

Loan dispute settled before DRT is ‘predominantly civil’; Calcutta HC quashes cheating and breach of trust case against borrowers

The Calcutta High Court found the complaint lacked essential ingredients, the summons were mechanical, and the complainant was a stranger to the loan. The post Loan dispute settled before DRT is ‘predominantly civil’; Calcutta HC quashes cheating and breach of trust case against borrowers appeared first on SCC Times.

Special Deposit Scheme interest rate retained at 7.1% for October-December 2026

Government has retained the interest rate on deposits under the Special Deposit Scheme for Non-Government Provident, Superannuation and Gratuity Funds at 7.1% for the October-December 2026 quarter. The post Special Deposit Scheme interest rate retained at 7.1% for October-December 2026 appeared first on SCC Times.

Khaitan & Co advises Book Running Lead Managers on Runwal Enterprises’ INR 5 Billion IPO

ICICI Securities Limited, and Jefferies India Private Limited acted as the Book Running Lead Managers on the issue. The post Khaitan & Co advises Book Running Lead Managers on Runwal Enterprises’ INR 5 Billion IPO appeared first on SCC Times.

A Student Ambassador’s Journey: Anushka Trivedi at the 9th EBC-SCC Online Student Ambassador Conclave 2026

Anushka Trivedi of Amity University, Lucknow, reflects on her journey as an EBC-SCC Online Student Ambassador at the 9th EBC-SCC Online Student Ambassador Conclave 2026, highlighting the value of student engagement and participation in the legal community. The post A Student Ambassador’s Journey: Anushka Trivedi at the 9th EBC-SCC Online Student Ambassador Conclave 2026 appeared first on SCC Times.

DIFC Court refuses indemnity costs despite ‘highly disruptive’ litigation conduct

The Court accepted most complaints but found no dishonesty, bad faith or abuse of process. The post DIFC Court refuses indemnity costs despite ‘highly disruptive’ litigation conduct appeared first on SCC Times.

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas acts as Lender’s counsel to International Finance Corporation on its USD 70,000,000 financing to Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority

The transaction is India's first "blue financing" in the maritime sector and the first such blue-finance deal for port infrastructure in the Asia-Pacific region. It also represents the first investment by a multilateral finance institution in an Indian major port, with JNPA set to become the first Indian port to deploy shore power technology at a commercial scale. The post...

Delhi metro and rail shutdown ahead of Jantar Mantar Protest appears “overreaching”; SC calls for regulated operations, consideration of alternative protest sites

The Supreme Court directed DMRC, Railway authorities and Delhi Police (Traffic) to file a compliance report within four days. The post Delhi metro and rail shutdown ahead of Jantar Mantar Protest appears “overreaching”; SC calls for regulated operations, consideration of alternative protest sites appeared first on SCC Times.

Supreme Court Bar Association announces new medical facility near D- Block for Bar Members

The proposed facilities are expected to become operational within 15 days after the Dussehra holidays, subject to completion of arrangements. The post Supreme Court Bar Association announces new medical facility near D- Block for Bar Members appeared first on SCC Times.

Supreme Court to host National Consultation on ten years of Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, on 10 – 11 October

The Supreme Court of India will host a two-day national consultation on ten years of the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, on 10 - 11 October 2026 to review implementation challenges and identify priorities for strengthening child protection and juvenile justice. The post Supreme Court to host National Consultation on ten years of Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, on 10 – 11...

El Salvador’s mass trials violate due process and human rights, Human Rights Watch says

Human Rights Watch (HRW) on Wednesday condemned Salvadoran courts for, saying that since the beginning of 2026 they have begun holding trials that convict hundreds of defendants at a time, relying on uncorroborated evidence and giving defendants no chance to prepare a defense. Commenting on the mass trials, Juanita Goebertus, Americas director at Human Rights […] The post El Salvador’s...

Amnesty International says death penalty reforms leave Singapore isolated in Southeast Asia

Amnesty International said a growing number of Southeast Asian states are cutting back on the death penalty, creating new momentum towards abolition in a region long known for its strong support for capital punishment. The statement came ahead of the World Day Against the Death Penalty on October 10, alongside a new briefing examining progress […] The post Amnesty International...

Kerala High Court designates trial lawyer P Balasubramanian Menon with longest law career as Senior Advocate

CEC Protest: CJP Member Moves Supreme Court Seeking Release of Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das & Others Over Alleged Detention

CEC Protest: CJP Member Moves Supreme Court Seeking Release of Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das & Others Over Alleged Detention

HP High Court Directs Status Quo On Disputed Temple Land, Warns Officials Of Contempt Proceedings

BREAKING| Supreme Court To Hold Sunday Sitting To Hear Contempt Plea Over Closure Of Metro Stations & Train

The Supreme Court will hold a special sitting tomorrow (Sunday to hear the contempt petition which has been filed alleging that authorities continued to shut down Delhi metro stations and cancelled train services in violation of the Court's October 9 order, which directed that there should be no...

BREAKING| Menaka Guruswamy Files Habeas Petition In Supreme Court Against Detention Of Political Leaders During Delhi Protests

BREAKING| Menaka Guruswamy Files Habeas Petition In Supreme Court Against Detention Of Political Leaders During Delhi Protests

ED Moves Supreme Court Against Delhi HC Order Quashing Money Laundering Case Against NewsClick & Prabir Purkayastha

ED Moves Supreme Court Against Delhi HC Order Quashing Money Laundering Case Against NewsClick & Prabir Purkayastha

Questioning Govt On Public Issues Not Defamation, Politicians Must Accept Criticism In Democracy: Delhi Court

Questioning Govt On Public Issues Not Defamation, Politicians Must Accept Criticism In Democracy: Delhi Court

BREAKING | Delhi Court Rejects CJP Leader Ratna Singh's Plea For FIR Against Cops Over 'Illegal Detention'

BREAKING | Delhi Court Rejects CJP Leader Ratna Singh's Plea For FIR Against Cops Over 'Illegal Detention'

CJI Surya Kant Constitutes 'Judicial Well-Being Committee' For Judges' Mental Health

CJI Surya Kant Constitutes 'Judicial Well-Being Committee' For Judges' Mental Health

Delhi High Court Bar Association Condemns Detention Of Lawyers, Excessive Police Force During Protest Against CEC

Delhi protests: Supreme Court to hold special Sunday sitting to hear pleas against detention of opposition leaders

Asking questions to minister not defamation; Parvesh Verma approached court with unclean hands: Delhi court

CJP protests: Delhi court rejects legal head Ratna Singh's plea for FIR against police officials who detained her

Men received 70% of arbitrator appointments across the Supreme Court, Delhi and Bombay HCs: MKBAC study at NALSAR

Delhi court says Sharjeel Imam violated interim bail condition by interacting with media

Delhi Riots: Court convicts Tahir Hussain for abetment

Supreme Court dismisses lawyer’s plea seeking listing of 21 cases before Madras High Court

What is good for the goose is good for the gander

Providing email services not a public function: Delhi High Court dismisses plea against Google

Meghalaya High Court initiates suo motu case against Shillong bar bodies for strike against Advocate General

BREAKING| Contempt Plea Filed In Supreme Court Alleging Arbitrary Metro Station Closures & Train Cancellations Violating Court OrderA

A contempt petition has been filed in the Supreme Court alleging that authorities continued to shut down Delhi metro stations and restrict public transport services in violation of the Court's October 9 order, which directed that there should be no complete prohibition on transport services to...

CEC Protest: CJP Legal Affairs Head Ratna Singh Moves Delhi Court Seeking FIR Against Cops Over 'Illegal Detention'

CEC Protest: CJP Legal Affairs Head Ratna Singh Moves Delhi Court Seeking FIR Against Cops Over 'Illegal Detention'

CJI Intervenes For Release Of Lawyers Detained Over Protest March

CJI Intervenes For Release Of Lawyers Detained Over Protest March

SCBA Condemns Detention Of Protesting Lawyers, Seeks CJI's Urgent Intervention

SCBA Condemns Detention Of Protesting Lawyers, Seeks CJI's Urgent Intervention

Govt Servant Cannot Claim Inter-District Transfer As Right; Education System Is For Students, Not Teachers' Convenience: Supreme Court

Govt Servant Cannot Claim Inter-District Transfer As Right; Education System Is For Students, Not Teachers' Convenience: Supreme Court

Lawyers Holding Protest March Against CEC & SIR Detained In Delhi

Lawyers Holding Protest March Against CEC & SIR Detained In Delhi

Hindu Widow's Limited Interest Became Absolute Under 1956 Succession Act : Supreme Court The Supreme Court has held

The Supreme Court has held that a Hindu widow's limited interest in agricultural land can become absolute ownership under Section 14(1) of the Hindu...

Mere Use Of Forged Document Not Offence, Knowledge That It Was Forged Must Be Established: J&K&L High Court

PMLA Amount Need Not Have 'Arithmetical Correspondence' With Predicate Offence: Jharkhand High Court Dismisses Ex-CM Madhu Koda's Plea

Delhi CJP protest: Detained lawyers released after SCBA, SG intervene

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advised L Catterton India Fund on its investment in Nandhana Foods

ALMT Legal acts on Vishal Nirmiti ₹178 crore IPO

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas advises SageOne on acquisition by ASK Asset Management

Delhi High Court protects personality rights of actor Vijay Deverakonda

CJI Surya Kant constitutes Committee on Judicial Well-Being to address mental health, stress issues of judges

Gujarat High Court upholds dismissal of judge over accommodation row, intemperate letter to Chief Justice

Legal Notes by Arvind Datar: The Direct and Immediate Effect Test

Legacy Law Offices acts on Solanki Mechanic Works IPO

When authorities fail, can citizens be blamed for taking law into own hands? Madras High Court asks

Delhi court rejects Deputy CM Parvesh Verma's criminal defamation case against AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj

CJP Protests: SCBA calls for CJI's intervention after protesting lawyers detained outside Supreme Court

Lawyers detained by police near Supreme Court amid CJP protests

When insolvency becomes a strategy: Where does IBC draw the line?

When the Bar stood tall: A Senior Advocate and the conscience of Court No. 1

Yajna Basappa appointed Head of Legal at IFFCO Group

Former Kerala High Court Chief Justice Nitin Jamdar on environmental litigation, pendency and saving judicial time

One dispute, different chairs: Practice before the ADGM

A walk to forget? Why Delhi High Court slapped ₹10,000 costs on advocate

The Hybrid Work Gap: Senior Associates Want Flexibility, but Question Its Cost