CJI Surya Kant stated, “Justice delayed is not only justice denied but it is justice destroyed.” He made these remarks at the Fali Nariman memorial lecture and during a felicitation program organized by the Bombay High Court.
The Delhi High Court declined to substitute a retired Supreme Court judge as arbitrator despite a 16-month delay in pronouncing the award, holding that replacement at the final stage would cause duplication of effort and undermine the objective of expeditious arbitration.
Supreme Court Judge PS Narasimha emphasizes making arbitration accessible for everyday civil disputes, from neighbor conflicts to family matters. He urges embedding arbitration into the judicial system to reduce case backlogs and ensure faster, simpler justice.
Justice Manmohan of the Supreme Court said, “Courts must support arbitration, not act as a barrier,” while urging Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal at the IDRC Conclave 2025 to reconsider the Finance Ministry’s directive restricting arbitration in disputes above Rs 10 crore.
Four Supreme Court judges stressed the need for India’s judiciary to adapt to emerging challenges from data, AI, and technology. Speaking at an international event in Indore, they called for fairness, innovation, and legal reforms in the digital era.
Delhi High Court will hear Oyo’s challenge to an arbitration award against Lenskart in a COVID-era lease dispute over office termination, focusing on compensation, interest, and contract terms.
Nayara Energy pulled back its Delhi High Court plea after Microsoft restored crucial services suspended over EU sanctions. The dispute arose from alleged breach of contract and was resolved without interim court orders.
Delhi High Court rules that Indian civil courts can grant anti-arbitration injunctions against foreign arbitrations if found vexatious, oppressive, or violative of Indian public policy principles.
The Supreme Court rules that time-barred MSE debts under the MSMED Act can be referred to conciliation but not arbitration, clarifying the applicability of the Limitation Act.
Senior Advocate Dushyant Dave retires after a 48-year-long legal journey, saying it’s time for younger lawyers to take charge. He plans to work for society and spend time with family.
