Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996
Section 34 Limitation Commences Upon Disposal of Section 33 Proceedings by Arbitral Tribunal: Supreme Court
The Court clarified that limitation under Section 34, Arbitration Act, begins only upon disposal of proceedings formally instituted and entertained under Section 33 by the Arbitral Tribunal.
LIDW26 | From the Mahabharata to the Mediation Act, 2023: India and England Compare Notes on Why Mediation Is Winning
India’s mediation tradition predates its legislation by millennia. England’s mediation culture was built by judicial pressure and adverse costs. At LIDW 2026, practitioners from both jurisdictions found more agreement than disagreement and a shared frustration with what arbitration has become.
Due Process Challenges and Public Policy Review: How Indian Courts Draw the Line in Arbitration — Lessons from LIDW 2026
The distinction drawn at LIDW26 between due process challenges and public policy review finds a close parallel in Indian arbitration jurisprudence, where courts examine procedural fairness and public policy concerns through separate legal lenses.
Can shortfall in MGCC be deducted from net contract value? Delhi High Court explains
The Court held that deduction for shortfall in Minimum Guaranteed CENVAT Credit (MGCC) could not be made from the net contract value, as such an interpretation would effectively result in a double deduction unsupported by the contract terms.
Can a Permissive Clause in a Partnership Deed be a Valid Arbitration Agreement? Supreme Court Stays Proceedings
At the hearing, it was contended that the said clause was permissive in nature and does not constitute a binding arbitration agreement within the meaning of Section 7.
Delhi HC refers Legends League Cricket Media Rights dispute to mediation; Refrains from granting interim relief
The dispute concerned the broadcast and commercial exploitation of the ween the parties relating to the broadcast and commercial exploitation of the Legends League Cricket tournament, managed by Absolute Legends Sports.
No pre-award or pendente lite interest, even as compensation, when contract bars it; SC upholds post-award interest
The Arbitral Tribunal was justified in awarding post-award interest, but the rate of interest required modification.
Issue of genuineness of arbitration agreement be decided by Arbitrator as preliminary issue under Section 11(6A): Supreme Court
The matter revolves around the alleged forgery/genuineness of the agreements containing the arbitration clause.
Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 | Time-Barred Claim ≠ Time-Barred Section 11 Petition: Punjab and Haryana High Court appoints Second Arbitrator
“The issue with regard to the time barred claim is not to be gone into at the reference stage under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 but can be seen only by the Arbitrator/Arbitration Tribunal at the relevant stage.”
Delhi HC refuses interim relief against IRCTC’s termination of catering contract; cites multiple passenger complaints and unsatisfactory service
“There are multiple complaints of over-charging, service quality, hygiene, food quality, etc. against the appellant, which presents a troubling state of affairs as regards the on-board catering services being offered by the appellant on the subject train.”
Failure to issue notice under S. 21 of A&C Act not fatal if claim is otherwise valid and arbitrable: Supreme Court
Section 21 of Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 is concerned only with determining the commencement of the dispute for the purpose of reckoning limitation. There is no mandatory prerequisite for issuance of a Section 21 notice prior to the commencement of arbitration.
Karta’s liability for HUF debts is personal and unlimited; ‘Seat Court’ retains jurisdiction to enforce award beyond territorial limits: Bombay HC
“Karta’s liability for unsatisfied debts or dues of the HUF is personal and unlimited. The Karta’s contention that HUF was a separate entity or akin to a body corporate was rejected and it was clarified that this was only for limited purposes like taxation or at most where liability beyond even the Karta.”
Punjab and Haryana HC nominates Justice Harinder Singh Sidhu as Sole Arbitrator to adjudicate dispute between Karan Paul and K.P.H. Dream Cricket Pvt. Ltd.
A dispute arose between Karan Paul and K.P.H. Dream Cricket Pvt. Ltd. Owner of IPL franchise Punjab Kings which was to be decided by the Sole Arbitrator as per the Company’s Articles of Association.
Sneak Peek into the Latest Edition of Avtar Singh’s Law of Arbitration and Conciliation — Timeless Authority, Reimagined for Today by Saurabh Bindal
The 13th Edition of Avtar Singh’s Law of Arbitration and Conciliation is set to release soon, incorporating recent legislative developments, landmark judicial pronouncements, and evolving arbitral practice in India.
Constructive res judicata bars re-litigation of interest claims; fresh arbitration impermissible after arbitral award: Bombay High Court
“Since disputes had already been subjected to arbitration and culminated in the Arbitral Award, the disputes and differences, including differences over interest payment prior to commencement of arbitration, are issues that are covered by constructive res judicata.”
Arbitral Tribunal does not have jurisdiction to lift corporate veil: Madras High Court modifies arbitral award
“Arbitrator went wrong in applying the doctrine of lifting the corporate veil/ determining another entity as the alter ego and fastening the liability on the petitioner.”
Delhi High Court: Disputes arising after execution of settlement agreement remain arbitrable
“Execution of a full and final settlement may not preclude a party from taking recourse to arbitration if a dispute arises from the settlement itself”
Parties agreeing to rate of interest cannot later challenge it on ground of public policy: SC upholds 36% interest in BPL-Morgan Securities and Credits case
BPL Ltd., having knowingly entered into the bill discounting agreement, was bound by its terms. Since it defaulted on repayment for years, the stipulated 36% compound interest could not be considered burdensome or oppressive.