In the complex arena of construction projects, deadlines extend beyond mere dates; they embody contractual duties, financial stakes, and professional reputations. Among the critical facets of managing such projects is the handling of time claims, commonly known as Extension of Time (“EOT”) requests. These claims, when managed effectively, are vital tools for contractors seeking fair...
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has become a cornerstone of India’s economic strategy, helping to boost industrial growth, create jobs, and bring in advanced technology. In recent decades, the Indian government has consistently worked on liberalising its FDI policy to make it more attractive for foreign investors while still safeguarding national interests. However, while India welcomes...
In a significant legal development, the Delhi High Court has officially declared Nutella, the globally recognized hazelnut cocoa spread by Ferrero, as a “well-known trademark” under Indian trademark law. This ruling extends protection to Nutella beyond its specific goods and service classes, granting it cross-category protection against misuse and dilution. The judgment underscores the increasing...
On July 24, 2025, India and the United Kingdom signed a landmark Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), concluding nearly three years of complex negotiations. This Free Trade Agreement (FTA), covering 27 chapters, marks a significant shift in the bilateral trade landscape, aiming to deepen economic integration, enhance regulatory cooperation, and open new frontiers for...
With India’s booming tech sector and the global shift toward software-driven innovation, the demand for software patents is steadily increasing. Companies ranging from startups to multinational tech giants are looking to protect their software-based inventions to gain competitive advantage. However, patenting software in India is legally complex and subject to distinct statutory limitations. This article...
India’s arbitration framework has undergone a significant evolution in the last two decades, driven by a legislative push toward institutionalising arbitration and judicial pronouncements aimed at fostering a pro-arbitration jurisprudence. However, the tension between judicial oversight and arbitral autonomy has remained a persistent concern. The Indian Supreme Court, in a series of landmark decisions, has...
The UAE has introduced a new compliance requirement for visiting influencers and content creators: anyone not residing in the UAE who intends to publish paid promotional content while in the country—even temporarily—must now obtain a Visitor Advertiser Permit. This update is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to regulate digital advertising, protect consumers, and ensure...
Introduction The UAE is one of the most dynamic financial hubs in the Middle East, supported by a well-regulated banking and financial services sector. With its strategic location, strong demand for remittance services, and a sizable expatriate population, the money exchange business in the UAE has proven to be both lucrative and competitive. This...
In a landmark ruling reinforcing the sanctity of corporate confidentiality, the Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Claims Court has mandated that a former employee pay AED 50,000 in compensation to her former employer. The decision follows a legal claim brought by the company after discovering that she had leaked sensitive internal data via her work...
In its recent judgment in BGM and M-RPL-JMCT (JV) v. Eastern Coalfields Limited[1], dated 18th July 2025, the Supreme Court addressed a recurring legal conundrum in arbitration jurisprudence, whether a clause containing the option to seek arbitration, rather than an unequivocal reference, constitutes an “arbitration agreement” within the meaning of Section 7[2] of the Arbitration...
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