Design Law Reforms: Searching for Justifications

Long post ahead! PIIT on 23rd January 2026 had put out a concept note titled “Proposed Amendments to the Designs Act, 2000” and has invited comments from stakeholders, with the last day for submitting comments being 22nd February 2026. Some reforms are substantive, affecting the scope of design law. While others are administrative, intended to

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1st International Conference on Legal Dimensions of Clean and Safe Sports | NLU Delhi

UNESCO Chair, National Law University Delhi is organising its 1st International Conference on Legal Dimensions of Clean and Safe Sports scheduled to be held from 14-15th February 2026. About NLU Delhi The National Law University, Delhi is among India’s leading law universities, ranked second in the National Institutional Ranking Framework for the last two years.

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Meesho Announces Promotion Of Nikita Pareek As Director – Legal

Meesho announces promotion of Nikita Pareek as Director – Legal The e-commerce major Meesho has announced the elevation of Nikita Pareek to the position of Director – Legal, recognizing her significant contributions to the company’s legal and compliance function. Confirming her promotion, Pareek shared on LinkedIn, “I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. Advised Norwest Venture Partners On Divestment Of Stake In Pepperfry Limited

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. advised Norwest Venture Partners on divestment of stake in Pepperfry Limited The leading law firm in India, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. (SAM) advised Norwest Venture Partners on the divestment of its 100% stake in Pepperfry Limited to TCC Concept Limited, an Indian listed entity. The transaction was structured as

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. Advised Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited On USD 3 Billion LNG Agreement With ADNOC Gas Subsidiary

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. advised Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited on USD 3 billion LNG agreement with ADNOC Gas subsidiary The leading law firm in India, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. (SAM) acted as legal counsel to Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) in connection with a long-term Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Sale and Purchase Agreement

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Investing in the IPL: The Legal Playbook for IPL Franchise Investments

Investing in the IPL: The Legal Playbook for IPL Franchise Investments Since its launch in 2008, the Indian Premier League (“IPL”) has grown into one of the world’s most successful sporting competitions. In recent years, franchise valuations have soared, media rights deals have hit record highs, and brand partnerships have expanded across sectors, drawing global

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Khaitan & Co Represented Business Media Private Limited Before Delhi High Court In Defamation Suit

Khaitan & Co represented Business Media Private Limited before Delhi High Court in defamation suit The leading law firm in India, Khaitan & Co advised and represented Business Media Private Limited (“BMPL”) in a suit for defamation filed by Mr. Sameer Wankhede, IRS Officer, before the Delhi High Court. The suit alleged publication of defamatory

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