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The NUALS Intellectual Property Law Review (IPLR) has extended the last date for submissions to Volume VII until March 10. For more information, please see the extension announcement below. Final Extension for NUALS IPLR Volume 7 Submissions: Submit by March 10, 2026  The NUALS Intellectual Property Law Review (IPLR) had set the original deadline for Volume 7 submissions as Sunday, March 1, 2026 (EOD). However, due

Khaitan & Co advised on acquisition financing for Shriram Pistons & Rings Limited The leading law firm in India, Khaitan & Co acted as transaction counsel in relation to the maiden issue of listed, secured, rated, redeemable, non-cumulative, non-convertible debentures (“Debentures”) aggregating to INR 1,000 crores in two series, on a private placement basis (“Issue”)

Khaitan & Co advised The Magnum Ice Cream Company Group on open offer for Kwality Wall’s (India) Limited The leading law firm in India, Khaitan & Co advised The Magnum Ice Cream Company group in relation to the mandatory open offer for acquisition of up to 26% stake from the public shareholders of Kwality Wall’s

INTRODUCTIONThe decision of the Special Judge (PC Act), Rouse Avenue Courts, New Delhi, in CBI v. Kuldeep Singh & Ors. (Order on Charge dated 27 February 2026) occupies a significant place in contemporary corruption jurisprudence. Emerging from the controversy surrounding the Delhi Excise Policy 2021–22, the case involved allegations of large-scale criminal conspiracy, bribery, policy

(From left)- Team 145o, Team 135e, Ms. Himani Pande, Justice Prabha Sridevan, Dr. Zakir Thomas, Dr. V K Unni, Team 141k, Mr. Karan Thapar, Mr. Praharsh Gour, Mr. Swaraj Paul Barooah And it’s a wrap!After five months of engaging with thought-provoking policy recommendations on pressing issues concerning SEPs and trade secrets, we are delighted to

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas Advised Consortium of Lenders Led by Standard Chartered Bank on Transmission Project Financing The leading law firm in India, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. (SAM), acted as legal counsel to a consortium of lenders led by Standard Chartered Bank in connection with the provision of senior secured project financing of INR 2,623.20

Horizons & Co Secures Major Victory for Museum of the Future Façade Subcontractor in DIFC Court The leading Emirati law firm, Horizons & Co, reports a major result for its DIFC Court team on one of Dubai’s most iconic projects. In BAM Higgs & Hill LLC v Affan Innovative Structures LLC and others (CFI‑106‑2021), the

Christopher & Lee Ong advised Quadria Capital-led consortium on financing for privatisation of Apex Healthcare Berhad The leading Malaysian law firm, Christopher & Lee Ong, a member firm of Rajah & Tann Asia (“CLO”), advised a Quadria Capital-led consortium on the financing for the privatisation of Apex Healthcare Berhad, a leading pharmaceutical group listed on

Welcome to the Legal Bites Monthly Legal Updates for January 2026! This edition brings together significant rulings of the Supreme Court and High Courts, key administrative and legislative developments, and notable global events that shaped the legal and policy landscape. These updates are designed to help law students, judiciary aspirants, legal professionals, and researchers stay

The case of CBI v. Kuldeep Singh & Others (2026) represents one of the most significant corruption prosecutions arising out of the Delhi Excise Policy 2021–22, popularly known as the Delhi Liquor Policy Case. The Special Court at Rouse Avenue delivered a detailed order on charge examining whether a prima facie case existed against several