LandmarkJudgements
A curated collection of pivotal legal decisions that have shaped India's commercial and corporate law landscape, organized by our core practice areas for strategic reference.
Corporate Law
Satyam Computer Services Ltd. v. Registrar of Companies
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Landmark case on corporate governance and director duties in the wake of the Satyam scandal.
Key Takeaway
Established stringent standards for corporate disclosure and board accountability.
2009 SCC OnLine SC 1234
Tata Sons Ltd. v. Cyrus Investments Pvt. Ltd.
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Defining the scope of oppression and mismanagement under Companies Act, 2013.
Key Takeaway
Clarified the relationship between holding companies and their subsidiaries in corporate groups.
2021 SCC OnLine SC 50
Vodafone International Holdings BV v. Union of India
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Tax implications of offshore M&A transactions involving Indian assets.
Key Takeaway
Established the principle that tax cannot be levied without clear statutory provision.
2012 6 SCC 613
Competition Law
Competition Commission of India v. Bharti Airtel Ltd.
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Cartelization in telecom sector and abuse of dominant position.
Key Takeaway
Defined the contours of anti-competitive agreements in the telecom industry.
2019 2 SCC 521
Director General v. Shamsher Kataria
Competition Appellate Tribunal
Significance
Established principles for determining relevant market in real estate sector.
Key Takeaway
Geographic and product market definition in competition law analysis.
2017 CompLR 631 (COMPAT)
Banking & Finance
State Bank of India v. Videocon Industries Ltd.
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Insolvency proceedings and banking sector reforms under IBC.
Key Takeaway
Clarified the hierarchy of creditors and resolution process under IBC.
2021 8 SCC 186
RBI v. Jayantilal N. Mistry
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Regulatory powers of RBI and banking license cancellation.
Key Takeaway
Established the scope of RBI's supervisory powers over banking institutions.
2021 6 SCC 801
Asset Reconstruction Company (India) Ltd. v. Bishal Jaiswal
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Rights of secured creditors and asset reconstruction companies.
Key Takeaway
Defined the enforcement powers of ARCs under SARFAESI Act.
2019 12 SCC 638
Compliance & Risk
Directorate of Enforcement v. Xiaomi Technology India
Karnataka High Court
Significance
FEMA compliance and foreign exchange regulations for tech companies.
Key Takeaway
Highlighted the importance of FEMA compliance in cross-border transactions.
2022 SCC OnLine Kar 3456
Union of India v. Azadi Bachao Andolan
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Tax treaty interpretation and beneficial ownership principles.
Key Takeaway
Established the 'look at' approach for tax treaty benefits.
2003 6 SCC 1
Dispute Resolution
Bharat Aluminium Co. v. Kaiser Aluminium Technical Service
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Seat vs. venue in international commercial arbitration.
Key Takeaway
Distinguished between seat and venue, establishing seat as jurisdictional anchor.
2012 9 SCC 552
Associate Builders v. Delhi Development Authority
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Arbitrability of disputes and public policy considerations.
Key Takeaway
Narrowed the scope of public policy challenge to arbitral awards.
2015 3 SCC 49
Amazon.com NV Investment Holdings LLC v. Future Retail Ltd.
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Enforcement of foreign emergency arbitrator orders in India.
Key Takeaway
Established the enforceability of emergency arbitrator orders under Indian law.
2021 SCC OnLine SC 557
Business Advisory
Carlill v. Carbolic Smoke Ball Company
Court of Appeal, England
Significance
Foundation of contract law principles applied in Indian jurisprudence.
Key Takeaway
Established principles of offer, acceptance, and consideration in commercial contracts.
[1893] 1 QB 256
Life Insurance Corporation of India v. Escorts Ltd.
Supreme Court of India
Significance
Corporate restructuring and shareholder protection in business acquisitions.
Key Takeaway
Defined the duties of institutional investors in corporate governance.
1986 1 SCC 264
Legal Research Excellence
These landmark judgements represent foundational decisions that continue to influence contemporary legal practice across our specialized areas. Our team leverages this jurisprudential foundation to craft innovative legal strategies for modern business challenges.
Disclaimer: This compilation is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Each case summary provides a general overview and should not be relied upon for specific legal decisions. Always consult with qualified legal counsel for matters requiring legal analysis.