Bhavini Mishra

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Trump Order May Delay Adani Case

Trump Order May Delay Adani Case

Rediff.com   12 Feb 2025

'While the current pause offers temporary reprieve and alleviates any immediate legal pressure, the long-term implications remain uncertain.'

'NCLAT Verdict Bittersweet For CCI, Meta'

'NCLAT Verdict Bittersweet For CCI, Meta'

Rediff.com   24 Jan 2025

'Each side could consider challenging the NCLAT's stay order before the Supreme Court.'

Why Has Indigo Taken M&M To Court?

Why Has Indigo Taken M&M To Court?

Rediff.com   4 Dec 2024

'This case is not a good example of intellectual property strategy for either sector.'

Could Adani Settle With US Accusers?

Could Adani Settle With US Accusers?

Rediff.com   23 Nov 2024

Though a settlement will provide respite from a long legal battle, legal experts say it may create a perception of guilt.

'I assure all shareholders of their fair share'

'I assure all shareholders of their fair share'

Rediff.com   2 Nov 2024

'Everything can be resolved, but my husband's legacy is not up for sale.'

6 Month Tenure For Next Chief Justice

6 Month Tenure For Next Chief Justice

Rediff.com   18 Oct 2024

Justice Sanjiv Khanna 'belongs to that school of legal luminaries who give the highest primacy to facts.'

Will Anna's Death Be A Wake-Up Call For India Inc?

Will Anna's Death Be A Wake-Up Call For India Inc?

Rediff.com   8 Oct 2024

'In India, managers and the leadership almost glorify overworking.'

Ace acquires another plane as Jet deal gets delayed

Ace acquires another plane as Jet deal gets delayed

Rediff.com   7 Oct 2024

Ace Aviation, which has been fighting Jet Airways for the acquisition of three Boeing B777 aircraft, said that it has acquired another aircraft for the conversion slot in early February 2025.

Supreme Court allows claiming input tax credit on construction expenses

Supreme Court allows claiming input tax credit on construction expenses

Rediff.com   5 Oct 2024

In a development that may encourage increased investment in commercial real estate, the Supreme Court on Thursday gave the industry relief by permitting input tax credit (ITC) on construction expenses for buildings meant to be leased. "If the construction of a building was essential for carrying out the activity of supplying services, such as renting or giving on lease or other transactions in respect of the building or a part thereof, which are covered by clauses (2) and (5) of Schedule II of the CGST (Central Goods and Services Tax) Act, the building could be held to be a plant," said Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Sanjay Karol.

Liquidation of Jet Airways only option, lenders tell SC

Liquidation of Jet Airways only option, lenders tell SC

Rediff.com   27 Sep 2024

Lenders of bankrupt airline Jet Airways, led by the State Bank of India (SBI), on Thursday told the Supreme Court that successful bidder Jalan Kalrock Consortium (JKC) was "unwilling" to pay the dues and that the "liquidation" was the only option left. The bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud was hearing the SBI-led consortium plea against the NCLAT's March order upholding ownership transfer of the bankrupt airline to JKC.

The Battle Of The Two Wills

The Battle Of The Two Wills

Rediff.com   20 Sep 2024

When there are two wills produced before the court, which one will be executed?

Want To Know About Mahatma Murder Case?

Want To Know About Mahatma Murder Case?

Rediff.com   12 Sep 2024

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Kerala Sets Up Digital Cheque Bounce Court

Kerala Sets Up Digital Cheque Bounce Court

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2024

'Digital courts will alleviate congestion in traditional courts.'

Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao In Supreme Court

Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao In Supreme Court

Rediff.com   10 Aug 2024

Lawyers flooded the courtroom of Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud to witness the proceedings as one special guest -- Aamir Khan -- was seated in the front row.

Godrej Split Handled With Admirable Dignity

Godrej Split Handled With Admirable Dignity

Rediff.com   2 May 2024

'Business families like the Godrej group are increasingly realising that an amicable settlement is better.' 'Else, the wealth of all shareholders gets destroyed.'

Big win for Go First lessors

Big win for Go First lessors

Rediff.com   27 Apr 2024

The Delhi high court on Friday directed the civil aviation regulator to deregister planes leased to Go First within five working days, giving respite to the lessors. This means that the airline will have to give back all 54 aircraft to the lessors if its resolution professional (RP) does not challenge the order or ask for a stay. Justice Tara Vitasta Ganju also refused the request of the RP, represented by advocate Diwakar Maheshwari, to keep the operation of the order in abeyance for a week to enable them to file an appeal before the division Bench of the court.

WhatsApp Would Cease To Exist If...

WhatsApp Would Cease To Exist If...

Rediff.com   26 Apr 2024

'As a platform, we are saying, if we are told to break encryption, then WhatsApp goes.'

Google vs MakeMyTrip: A curious case of 'confusion'

Google vs MakeMyTrip: A curious case of 'confusion'

Rediff.com   19 Dec 2023

Last week, the Delhi high court ruled that the mere use of trademarks on Google Ads, an online advertising platform, did not amount to infringement under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. This was after online travel agency MakeMyTrip (MMT) claimed that its trademarks, "Makemytrip" and "MMT", were being used as keywords in Google Ads to display ads and links of its rival Booking.com. The order has opened up a new debate on trademark infringement in the digital realm, revolving around whether it can create confusion among users.

HC seeks RIL response on govt's plea accusing firm of siphoning off gas

HC seeks RIL response on govt's plea accusing firm of siphoning off gas

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2023

The Delhi high court (HC) division Bench on Thursday sought a response from Reliance Industries (RIL) and others regarding the government's appeal against the Mukesh Ambani-owned conglomerate and others for fraudulently and unjustly enriching themselves by draining gas from their deposits, amounting to over $1.5 billion. The Centre had appealed against the single-judge Bench order of the Delhi HC on May 9, which had dismissed its petition. Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani had upheld the international arbitration award of July 24, 2018, in favour of the RIL-led consortium. The consortium includes UK-based BP Plc and Niko Resources of Canada.

Patent infringement case: Oppo challenges Delhi HC order favouring Nokia

Patent infringement case: Oppo challenges Delhi HC order favouring Nokia

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2023

Mobile phone manufacturer Oppo has lodged an appeal with the Supreme Court against an order from the Delhi high court. The order requires Oppo to submit a security payment related to the India portion of the last-paid licence fee to Nokia in an ongoing patent infringement case. The case is slated to appear before the bench of the Chief Justice of India, D Y Chandrachud, on August 4.