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In the context of complex and multi-party transactions, the matter of whether non-signatories can be subject to an arbitration agreement has become increasingly contentious. On December 6, 2023, a constitution bench of five judges in the Supreme Court of India evaluated the validity and application of the “Group of Companies Doctrine” in the context of India.

Decided on 14 September 2023, High Court of Bombay In Parekh Plastichem Distributors v. Simplex Infrastructure, the High Court of Bombay considered conflicting arbitration clauses in purchase orders and invoices …

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Date of Decision: 17th May 2023 Division Bench Of Delhi High Court Corum: Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vibhu Bakhru Hon’ble Mr. Justice Amit Mahajan   An arbitral award was awarded in …

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Aarna Law’s co-founder Shreyas Jayasimha has been appointed to the Expert Committee that will recommend reform to India’s Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The Expert Committee is tasked with reviewing the present …

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