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SC issues notice on Venugopal Dhoot's plea against order upholding separate insolvency for VIL, VOVL

The Supreme Court will hear Venugopal Dhoot's plea against an NCLAT order. This order upheld separate insolvency proceedings for two Videocon group entities. The appellate tribunal had set aside an earlier NCLT order directing clubbing of these cases. Creditors intended the corporate insolvency resolution processes to run independently. This decision…

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Gratuity, leave encashment not part of CIRP cost: NCLAT

The NCLAT dismissed an appeal regarding priority payment of gratuity dues. It upheld an earlier NCLT order concerning Duncans Industries' former director. Such dues must be settled according to the company's approved resolution plan. Gratuity is a terminal benefit, not an insolvency resolution process cost. The appellate tribunal found the…

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NCLT clears 78 resolution plans involving Rs 5,518 cr in June quarter

The National Company Law Tribunal approved 78 resolution plans totaling Rs 5,517.66 crore. This marks the highest first quarter performance since the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code's enactment. The tribunal has approved 1,628 plans involving over Rs 4.78 lakh crore to date. Currently, 349 applications for resolution plans remain pending before…

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Supreme Court adjourns suo motu case on NCLT vacancies, infrastructure; says appointments process underway

The Supreme Court has postponed a hearing on NCLT member appointments and infrastructure. The court noted that the appointment process for tribunal members is currently underway. This suo motu case addresses significant delays in judicial and technical member appointments. It also covers concerns regarding inadequate infrastructure and the tribunal's disposal…

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NCLAT allows withdrawal of insolvency case against Oswal Overseas after settlement with creditor

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal allowed Oswal Overseas' appeal withdrawal after a settlement. Oswal Overseas and LH Sugar Factories informed the tribunal about their amicable dispute resolution. A demand draft for Rs 2.80 crore was handed over to LH Sugar Factories. The tribunal dismissed an appeal challenging the insolvency…

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NCLT clears Bhutani Infra's Entertainment City stake buy over Unitech objections

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has ordered Entertainment City to register a 4.26% equity transfer to Bhutani Infra's Parmesh Construction Company. This decision overrides Unitech Holding's objections regarding a shareholder agreement violation. The tribunal ruled the transfer valid, stating that the initiation of a 100% disinvestment process effectively waived…

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NCLT to admit case only if debt, default established: Insolvency & Bankruptcy (Amendment) Act

New Delhi: Legal experts highlighted that the Insolvency and Bankruptcy (Amendment) Act 2026 mandates 'debt' and 'default' for NCLT case admission. The amended act introduces phased resolution plan approval, restored CIRP before liquidation, and bars resolution professionals from acting as liquidators. Competition law saw a surge in merger control cases,…

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NCLAT revives insolvency proceedings against Chintamani's Jewellery Arcade on Axis Bank plea

Insolvency proceedings against Chintamani's Jewellery Arcade have been revived by the NCLAT after Axis Bank filed a restoration application. The tribunal found the company in material and continuing breach of court-recorded settlement terms, failing to adhere to its repayment schedule. This decision reinstates the corporate insolvency resolution process against the…

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'Methyl Isocyanate of law': SC slams AI 'hallucinations', quashes NCLT verdict

The Supreme Court has declared zero tolerance for AI-generated fake or hallucinated judgments used as legal precedents. Setting aside an NCLT verdict, the apex court emphasized that such fabricated citations contaminate the justice system. The Bar Council of India is directed to form a committee to address this issue and…

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NCLAT revives IL&FS plea in Rs 1,080 crore circuitous transactions, sets aside NCLT order

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has revived IL&FS's plea concerning Rs 1,080 crore in alleged circuitous lending transactions. Setting aside a previous NCLT order, the tribunal stated the lower court erred by not examining the merits of claims that these deals, involving IFIN and SREI group entities, were…

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Byju’s tablets, laptops gather dust in warehouse as insolvency drags on

The delay comes as the June 30 deadline for submitting expressions of interest (EoI) in the broader resolution process has passed. The warehouse assets are being handled through a separate sale under Regulation 29 of the CIRP (Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process), but the delay points to the challenge of monetising…

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NCLT posts Byjus-Aakash hearing for July 16 as parties seek time for settlement

Aakash Educational Services and Think & Learn's resolution professional requested a delay in NCLT proceedings, citing advanced settlement talks for the Aakash shareholding dispute. The National Company Law Tribunal has adjourned the matter to July 16, expecting a resolution. This development follows reports of ongoing settlement discussions between Manipal Education…

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Vikram Solar shares fall 3% after NCLT admits insolvency petition against the company. Here's why

Vikram Solar shares declined after the NCLT admitted an insolvency petition filed by Isitva Steels over alleged dues linked to civil works for a solar EPC project. The company has disputed the claim, citing a prior settlement agreement, and plans to challenge the order before the NCLAT.

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Byju’s-Aakash settlement talks enter final stretch ahead of NCLT hearing

Settlement talks are underway between Manipal Education and Medical Group and GLAS Trust, representing Byju's US lenders, to resolve the Aakash Educational Services shareholding dispute. This crucial discussion aims to settle the division of Aakash's value, Byju's most significant asset, ahead of a key NCLT hearing.

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JAL shares delist from BSE and NSE today: Will its 6.5 lakh shareholders get anything?

Jaiprakash Associates shares were delisted from the BSE and NSE on Thursday, marking the closure of one of India's longest-running insolvency cases. The delisting follows the acquisition of the debt-laden company's assets by Adani Group. JAL said it had received final approval from both exchanges and thanked them for their…

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BRND.ME converts into public company, eyes IPO in 12-18 months

BRND.ME, formerly Mensa Brands, has converted into a public company after shifting its corporate base to India. The consumer brands platform is preparing for a potential IPO within 12-18 months, backed by stronger governance, profitability and a streamlined corporate structure.

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NCLT rejects insolvency plea against Noida Metro Rail Corporation over pre-existing disputes

The National Company Law Tribunal has rejected an insolvency plea against Noida Metro Rail Corporation. The tribunal found genuine disputes existed regarding service quality and payment deductions. Empire Transport Services Ltd had claimed operational dues. However, the NCLT cited breaches of contractual obligations by the service provider. This ruling prevents…

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Delhi Gymkhana takeover: How the govt came to ‘clean up’ but left a bigger mess

On August 13, 2022, during Covid, a Tiranga rally for Independence Day was taken out from the Delhi Gymkhana Club situated across the road from the Prime Minister’s house – perhaps the most heavily guarded square kilometre in India.

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NCLAT quashes Ligare Aviation's insolvency; loan from Religare Enterprises round-tripping of money

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal has cancelled insolvency proceedings against Ligare Aviation. The tribunal found the National Company Law Tribunal wrongly admitted a plea from Religare Enterprises. It stated the transactions were merely money laundering, not genuine financial dealings. This decision allows appeals from shareholder Daiichi Sankyo Company. The…

The Economic Times

JP Power shares surge 28% in 2 days, Adani Power hits fresh 52-week high amid optimism around stake acquisition

Jaiprakash Power Ventures shares surged on Friday, extending their two-day rally to 28%, amid strong investor optimism surrounding Adani Power’s proposed stake acquisition in the company. JP Power stock climbed to Rs 24.50 and is up nearly 31% this week, with heavy trading activity as over 24 crore shares worth…

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Insolvency recoveries nearly halve in FY26 due to rising delays: Report

Recoveries under India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) saw a sharp decline in FY 2025-26. Admitted claims yielded only 23 percent, a significant drop from the previous year. This downturn is attributed to increasing delays in resolution processes. The number of corporate insolvency cases admitted also decreased.

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IBC: Creditors realised Rs 4 lakh cr; cases involving Rs 14 lakh cr settled in pre-admission stage

India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) has facilitated over Rs 4 lakh crore in creditor realisations from resolved cases. Additionally, nearly Rs 14 lakh crore in claims were settled pre-admission, showcasing a significant shift in debtor-creditor dynamics and promoting timely resolution of financial stress.

The Economic Times

JP Power shares soar 20% on optimism around Adani Power’s 24% stake purchase

Jaiprakash Power Ventures shares surged on Wednesday, extending gains for a fifth straight session and rising more than 25% during this period. Trading activity remained strong, with over 87 crore shares worth Rs 1,904 crore changing hands.

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Venugopal Dhoot moves SC against order upholding separate insolvency for Videocon Industries Ltd and VOVL

Videocon founder Venugopal Dhoot has approached the Supreme Court. He is challenging a recent appellate tribunal order. This order allows separate insolvency proceedings for Videocon Industries and Videocon Oil Ventures. Previously, a tribunal had directed clubbing of these cases. The appellate tribunal cited distinct business sectors. This makes a single…

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NCLAT says NCLT cannot directly order SFIO Probe; refers matter to Centre

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has held that the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) could not directly order an investigation by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) and clarified that such power rests with the Central Government under the Companies Act.

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