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Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises Nazara Technologies on Resolution Plan for Smaaash Entertainment

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas has advised and represented Nazara Technologies Limited

Explained | Madras High Court’s split verdict on animal sacrifice and other religious issues concerning Thiruparankundram Hills

The legal tussle between the parties concerning Thiruparankundram Hills date back to 1917, however, the present petitions primarily focussed on prevention of animal sacrifice at the revered place.

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. advises Committee of Creditors of Vadraj Cement on its Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. advised the Committee of Creditors (CoC) of Vadraj Cement Limited (VCL)

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Know Thy Newly Appointed Supreme Court Judge: Justice A.S. Chandurkar

Justice Atul Sharachchandra Chandurkar’s journey from Bombay High Court to the Supreme Court is a compelling narrative of dedication, legal prowess, and his profound commitment to justice.

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Can Negotiations Extend the Period of Limitation for Raising Claims Before an Arbitral Tribunal

by Parth Gupta*

Case Briefs High Courts

J&K and Ladakh HC directs removal of commercial encroachments, illegal Rehris and roadside food joints in Jammu City

“The Court, while ordering the removal of encroachments, directed that the officials concerned should use minimal force so that no unnecessary harassment was caused to anyone.”

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CAM advises Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail on Listing of Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Equity Shares on BSE and NSE

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advised Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (“ABFRL”) (as sole counsel) on listing of Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited

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Allowing Modification of Arbitral Award by Court — A Retrograde Step?

by Dr G.B. Reddy* and Dr S.B. Md. Irfan Ali Abbas**

Case Briefs High Courts

Medical claims under beneficial State policy should not be denied on flimsy or irrelevant grounds: Himachal Pradesh HC

“Once a medical reimbursement claim is admissible under a beneficial policy of the State Government, it cannot be denied or curtailed on flimsy or irrelevant grounds.”

Case Briefs High Courts

Madras High Court upholds Rs. 1 lakh compensation to a man for custodial torture by police officials

The police officials have a critical role in maintaining the law and order, while upholding human rights. By upholding human rights, the police officials shall effectively perform their duties, while respecting citizen’s fundamental rights and dignity.

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Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas advises Actis PC in their 100% stake sale of Profectus Capital to Ugro Capital

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (“CAM“) advised Actis PC Investment (Mauritius) Limited, Actis PC (Mauritius) Limited (affiliate of Actis) and Profectus Capital Private Limited (“Company“)

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Calcutta HC commutes death sentence of man convicted for raping and killing a minor girl

“Admittedly, none of the witnesses examined on behalf of the prosecution has claimed to have seen the convict committing the murder of the victim. The case is entirely based upon circumstantial evidence.”

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Inside Telangana High Court ruling on Muslim woman’s absolute right to demand divorce by khula

Wife’s proposal for Khula takes immediate effect upon the demand being made, provided that the matter remains within the private, non-adjudicatory realm of the parties.

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Bombay High Court registers suo motu PIL on Drug Sales near schools in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

“Young students of an impressionable age are enticed into consumption of such drugs and cigarettes virtually opening the path towards addiction and their physical destruction”.

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Sikkim HC suggests periodic inspection of pharma companies for effluent discharge; reviews draft Springs & Groundwater Bill

“A road map is required to be prepared with regard to use of surface water and also water obtained by means of rainwater harvesting so that the entire process is completed within a realistic time frame, in order to bring to a total end of usage of precious ground water”.

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Data Deletion — A Key Compliance under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023

by S. Chandrasekhar* and Aman Varma**

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NHRC Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Reported Social Boycott of ST Woman’s Family in Odisha After Inter-Caste Marriage

The NHRC noted that the family was reportedly subjected to a social boycott and forced purification ritual, including tonsuring, by villagers.

Case Briefs High Courts

Calcutta High Court directs West Bengal Govt to ensure no elephants are illegally/unlawfully transported from its borders

The Court highlighted the conditions of captivity of the elephants and noted that the elephants, having being kept in captivity for most of their lives, deserve to spend their remaining years in a natural habitat which would ultimately ensure their benefit.

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Decoding Promise to Marry

by Yash Giri*

Case Briefs High Courts

Bombay HC allows unmarried woman to abort 25-week pregnancy citing reproductive freedom and mental distress

“The right to abortion is a concomitant right of dignity, autonomy and reproductive choice which is guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution and the decision to terminate pregnancy is deeply personal for any person”.