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Shadow Directors under Company Law and Their Legal Accountability in India
Introduction Corporate governance frameworks typically focus on formal power structures within companies, with clearly defined roles, responsibilities, and accountability mechanism
Compounding of Offences under the Companies Act: An Underused Compliance Tool
Introduction The Companies Act, 2013, which replaced its 1956 predecessor, introduced a more robust framework for corporate governance while simultaneously enhancing the enforcemen
Doctrine of Indoor Management: Still Relevant in the Digital Age?
Introduction The doctrine of indoor management, also known as the rule in Royal British Bank v. Turquand, stands as one of the foundational principles of company law that has shape
Decoding the Jurisprudence on Lifting the Corporate Veil in Indian Court
Introduction The doctrine of corporate personality stands as one of the foundational principles of modern company law, establishing that a company, once incorporated, exists as a l
Admissibility of SFIO Reports in Legal Proceedings: A Critical Analysis of Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP v. Union of India
Introduction The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) judgment dated February 28, 2025, in the case of Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP v. Union of India represents a
Supreme Court Clarifies: Section 47 CPC Applications on Property Rights to be Treated as Order 21 Rule 97 Applications
Introduction The Supreme Court’s landmark judgment in Periyammal v. Rajamani establishes that Section 47 CPC applications raising objections to decree execution on property r
Judicial Review in India: Doctrine, Applicability, and Incidents Involving Presidential/Gubernatorial Actions
I. Introduction Judicial review in India is a cornerstone of constitutional democracy, empowering the judiciary to examine the constitutionality of legislative enactments, executiv
Observations in Section 11 Applications and Their Limitation in Arbitration
Exploring the Preliminary Nature of Section 11 Orders and the Role of Arbitrators in Determining Limitation Introduction The Delhi High Court, in Home and Soul Pvt. Ltd. v. T.V. To
Fair Criticism of Judiciary is Not Contempt of Court
Introduction: The judiciary plays a pivotal role in upholding the rule of law and ensuring justice. As an institution, it is essential for the judiciary to function independently a
Appointment of Arbitrator under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
Introduction Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (the “Act”) provides for the appointment of arbitrators. It outlines the procedure for the appointment of
