Supreme Court Ruling Reinforces Enforceability of Arbitration Clauses in Unstamped Agreements

In a groundbreaking decision, the Supreme Court of India has set a new precedent in arbitration law, significantly impacting the enforceability of arbitration clauses in contracts. This ruling, delivered by a seven-judge bench led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, addresses the contentious issue of whether arbitration clauses in unstamped or inadequately stamped agreements […]

Supreme Court Reserves Judgment on Section 6A of Citizenship Act in Assam

The Supreme Court of India, in a significant legal development, has reserved its judgment on a series of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955. This pivotal section deals with the grant of Indian citizenship to certain categories of immigrants in Assam. The matter was heard by a five-judge […]

Supreme Court Demands Detailed Data on Illegal Migration in Assam

Scrutinizes Citizenship Act Section 6A (Day -3) In a pivotal development, the Supreme Court of India has issued a directive to the Union Government, seeking detailed information on the issue of illegal migration to Assam and other North-Eastern states post-March 25, 1971. This order is a significant step in the ongoing legal scrutiny of Section […]

Supreme Court Deliberates on Section 6A of Citizenship Act (Day-2)

Supreme Court Deliberates on Section 6A of Citizenship Act: Examining Government’s Role in Assam’s Welfare The Supreme Court of India, while hearing petitions challenging Section 6A of the Citizenship Act 1955, has made significant observations regarding the government’s role in making political compromises for the nation’s welfare. The Constitution Bench, comprising CJI DY Chandrachud and […]

Supreme Court Rules Non-Signatories Can Be Bound by Arbitration Agreements

In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India has clarified the scope of the “group of companies” doctrine in arbitration, significantly impacting how arbitration agreements are interpreted and enforced. The Court’s decision, delivered by a Constitution Bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices Hrishikesh Roy, PS Narasimha, JB Pardiwala, and Manoj Misra, establishes […]

Supreme Court to Review Citizenship Act’s Section 6A on Dec 5 Amid Assam Immigration Debate

The Supreme Court of India is set to commence a pivotal hearing on December 5 to scrutinize the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, a crucial provision concerning illegal immigrants in Assam. This section, a special provision under the Citizenship Act, was introduced as part of the Assam Accord to address the […]

Electoral Bonds scheme Case hearing Day 3

The Supreme Court of India, presided over by a Constitution Bench including Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices Sanjiv Khanna, BR Gavai, JB Pardiwala, and Manoj Misra, is rigorously examining the electoral bonds scheme, which has stirred debate over its implications for transparency in political donations. The apex court’s ongoing hearing addresses a batch of […]

Supreme Court Seeks Updated Electoral Bonds Funding Data, Reserves Judgment on Scheme

The Supreme Court of India has mandated the Election Commission of India (ECI) to provide comprehensive data on funds political parties have received through electoral bonds by September 30, 2023. This directive was issued by a Constitution Bench led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, which also includes Justices Sanjiv Khanna, BR Gavai, JB […]

Supreme Court Continues Hearing on Electoral Bonds Scheme Validity (Day 2)

The Supreme Court, with its five-judge bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud and inclusive of Justices Sanjiv Khanna, BR Gavai, JB Pardiwala, and Manoj Misra, is rigorously examining the legal validity of the electoral bonds scheme. Introduced by the government in January 2018, this scheme was projected as a transparent alternative […]

Centre to Supreme Court: Citizens Don’t Have Right to Know Political Party Funding

In a significant development, the central government has informed the Supreme Court that the Constitution does not grant voters the right to be informed about the funding of political parties. This statement was made in anticipation of the hearing on petitions challenging the electoral bond scheme. Attorney General R Venkataramani, in a written submission to […]