Received a DRT Summons – What Should You Do? : A Practical Guide for Borrowers and Guarantors
Introduction Receiving a summons from the Debt Recovery Tribunal (DRT) can be alarming. Many borrowers assume that once a DRT
The Interest Act, 1978: Its Impact on Civil Suits, Insolvency Proceedings, and Cheque Dishonour Cases
Introduction Interest is often the most contested component of a money claim. In many disputes, the principal amount may not
Can You File an Interlocutory Application After an NCLT Case Is Decided? A Practical Case Study
Introduction A common misconception among litigants is that once the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) passes a final order, the
Can an Interlocutory Application Be Filed After a Civil Suit Is Decided? Understanding Post-Decree Applications in Civil Courts
Introduction Many litigants assume that once a civil court pronounces a judgment and passes a decree, the case comes to
Forum Non Conveniens under Article 226: The Supreme Court Clarifies the Principle
Introduction The doctrine of ‘forum non conveniens’ is a principle that allows a court, even when it has jurisdiction to
Bank Has Taken Possession of Your Property? Here’s Why the High Court May Ask You to Approach the DRT First
Introduction Many borrowers are shocked when they discover that the Bank has taken possession of their property under the SARFAESI
Delhi High Court Protects MakeMyTrip Trademark: “MakeMyIndiaTrip” Restrained for Brand Infringement
In a significant decision reinforcing trademark protection in the digital economy, the Delhi High Court has restrained a travel business
Supreme Court Clarifies Limitation for Filing and Re-filing Appeals under Section 62 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code
The Supreme Court of India, in CA Ramchandra Dallaram Choudhary v. Adani Infrastructure and Developers Private Limited (Judgment dated 01
Supreme Court Sets Aside SARFAESI Auction Sale After 16 Years: Why Borrowers Must Never Assume an Auction is Beyond Challenge
Introduction One of the most common statements heard from distressed borrowers is: “The bank has already conducted the auction. There
A Lawyer’s Duty Extends Beyond the Client: Kerala High Court Reminds the Bar of Its Oath and Constitutional Responsibilities
Introduction The legal profession occupies a unique position in a constitutional democracy. Unlike many other professions, advocacy is not merely
Section 14 of the SARFAESI Act: Kerala High Court Reiterates that the Magistrate’s Role is Purely Ministerial
Introduction The Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002 (“SARFAESI Act”) was enacted to
Kerala High Court Clarifies Territorial Jurisdiction in Personal Guarantor Insolvency Proceedings under the IBC
Introduction The Kerala High Court, in K.N. Marzook v. Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd., has provided significant clarity on the interplay between
What Happens After Section 14 Proceedings Under the SARFAESI Act?
Has the Bank Initiated Section 14 Proceedings? Understanding What Comes Next Many borrowers first realise the seriousness of a SARFAESI
Can I Stop a SARFAESI Auction? A Practical Guide for Borrowers ?
Received a Bank Auction Notice? You May Still Have Legal Options. One of the most common questions borrowers ask is:
What To Do After Receiving a Section 13(2) Notice Under the SARFAESI Act
Received a Section 13(2) Notice From the Bank? Do Not Ignore It. Many borrowers panic when they receive a notice
Lifting the Corporate Veil in Real Estate Insolvency: Supreme Court Prioritises Substance Over Form [A Study of Alpha Corp Development Pvt. Ltd. v. GNIDA (2026 INSC 449)]
Introduction In a landmark decision with far-reaching implications for insolvency law and real estate resolution, the Supreme Court in Alpha
Sanctity of DRT Settlements and the Limits of Subsequent Criminal Prosecution: Supreme Court Reaffirms Protection of Commercial Settlements
Introduction In a significant decision strengthening the finality of banking settlements and commercial dispute resolution, the Supreme Court in Vijay
Kerala High Court Holds Corporate Restructuring and Asset Division Disputes Are Non-Arbitrable; Exclusive Jurisdiction Vests in NCLT
Introduction The Kerala High Court has delivered an important ruling on the limits of arbitration in corporate disputes, holding that
Popular Finance Fallout: Distinguishing the Kerala High Court Proceedings from the NCLT Winding-Up Action Against Mary Rani Popular Nidhi Limited
Introduction The ongoing fallout from the Popular Finance scam has resulted in multiple proceedings before different judicial and regulatory forums.
Revival of Struck Off Companies under Section 252 of the Companies Act, 2013: Understanding the Distinction Between Section 252(1) Appeals and Section 252(3) Restoration Applications
Introduction Under the Companies Act, 2013, the Registrar of Companies (“ROC”) is empowered under Section 248 to strike off the