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Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan advised Sai Parenteral’s Limited and its Singapore subsidiary in the cross-border acquisition of Noumed Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd The premier full-service Indian law firm, Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan advised Sai Parenteral’s Limited and its Singapore subsidiary, Sai Parenterals Pte Limited, in their cross-border acquisition of a 74.6% equity stake in Noumed Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advised Serum Institute on sale of stake in Biocon Biologics and subscription of shares in Biocon Limited The leading law firm in India, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advised Serum Institute on the proposed sale of its stake in Biocon Biologics to Biocon and subscription of shares in Biocon through a share swap, valued

Khaitan & Co advised Viatris Inc. on the sale of shares in Biocon Biologics Limited The leading law firm in India, Khaitan & Co advised Viatris Inc., a global pharmaceutical company, on its proposed sale of shares held in Biocon Biologics Limited (“BBL”) for cash and a swap of shares with Biocon Limited (“BL”), through

In commercial transactions, credit operations, and everyday banking, the cheque remains one of the most widely used instruments of payment. Its legal foundation in India is governed primarily by the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (NI Act), which recognises cheques as negotiable instruments, facilitating the smooth functioning of trade, commerce, and financial credibility. Although digital modes

Senior Advocate Dr. Milind Sathe Appointed as the New Advocate General of Maharashtra Senior Advocate Dr. Milind Sathe has been appointed as the new Advocate General for the State of Maharashtra, with his appointment taking effect on December 8, 2025. The decision was finalized during the Maharashtra government’s cabinet meeting held in Nagpur. Dr. Sathe

The Supreme Court of India delivered a significant Judgment in the case titled ‘Mission Accessibility V. Union of India & Ors.’ Writ Petition (Civil) No. 206 of 2025, heard and decided by Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta on December 3, 2025. The Petition was filed by Mission Accessibility, a non-governmental organization working for the

The Supreme Court of India has delivered a significant judgment that narrows the scope of voyeurism under Section 354C of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), now Section 77 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The ruling provides judicial clarity on a common yet legally misunderstood situation—clicking or recording a woman’s photograph in a public setting

As part of the NAAC A++ accredited Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University, the National Institute of Law in Bhubaneswar offers structured legal programmes ranging from integrated law degrees to postgraduate study. The institute combines academics with moots, seminars and institutional events to support professional growth and legal exposure. College Overview College Name: SOA National Institute of

The CBD’s recent creation of a permanent body for Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (SB8J) marks a significant shift in how global biodiversity governance engages with traditional knowledge. But does SB8J offer real change or just renewed symbolism? Achyuth B Nandan examines this question and looks at the implications of this development. Achyuth is a

The Supreme Court of India gave Judgment in a recent case titled ‘Laxmikant Sharma v. State of Madhya Pradesh and Others’ (Special Leave Petition (Civil) No. 18907 of 2025) interpreting the educational qualifications in recruitment matters, the application of constitutional principles to contractual employment and the imperative of natural justice in administrative proceedings. The Two