Meta Platforms and WhatsApp have approached the Supreme Court challenging the NCLAT verdict that upheld the CCI’s Rs 213.14 crore penalty over WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy. The case involves allegations of abuse of dominance and forced user consent for data sharing with Meta group companies.
The Supreme Court will review claims that AI-generated case laws were cited in pleadings, raising concerns about fabricated inputs. It cautioned that the appellant would be taken to task if the citations proved fictitious, echoing the opponent’s charge.
The Supreme Court has rejected Byju Raveendran’s appeal against BCCI’s settlement, upholding NCLAT’s decision. The ruling reinforces that withdrawal of insolvency cases after CoC formation requires creditor approval, impacting corporate insolvency practices in India.
Former CJI BR Gavai revealed that a retired High Court Chief Justice attempted to sway an NCLAT judge’s decision in favor of a corporate party. The disclosure raises urgent questions about judicial accountability and ethics in India.
A shocking allegation by an NCLAT judicial member, claiming he was approached through a “higher judiciary” figure, prompted the Supreme Court to transfer the case to Delhi. The Court said all related issues will be examined by the CJI administratively.
The Supreme Court expressed anguish after an NCLAT judge revealed that a revered higher judiciary member allegedly sought a favourable order. Directing a probe, the Court stressed that such influence threatens judicial independence, fairness, and integrity of legal proceedings.
Justice Sharad Kumar Sharma of NCLAT Chennai said he was approached by “one of the most revered members of the higher judiciary” for a favourable order. He recused himself, marking yet another instance where he stepped aside due to outside influence.
The Supreme Court conducted final arguments in the Bhushan Power case, focusing on delays in implementing a resolution plan under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. JSW Steel defended the delays as caused by external factors, while promoters disputed this, claiming JSW failed to meet funding arrangements. The court reserved its verdict after intense discussions.
The Supreme Court Today (Aug 8) agreed to hear appeals from Google, CCI, and ADIF over Google’s alleged misuse of dominance in the Android app market. This high-stakes legal battle will be heard in November.
Today, On 31st July, CJI Gavai-led bench recalls May 2 verdict that ordered Bhushan Power & Steel’s liquidation, observing, “Article 142 is to do justice, not to send 25,000 workers on road.” Supreme Court hints at reviewing earlier ruling.
