India: Trade Regulation & Practices

On June 9, 2026, the CCI held four associations of truck operators in the mining districts of Odisha to be in contravention of Sections 3(3)(a) and 3(3)(b) read with Section 3(1) of the Act, directed them to cease and desist, and left the quantum of penalty open until the parties file their financial details

The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, ratified on 21 September 2026 and set to take effect on 20 October 2026, represents a landmark development in bilateral economic relations. This comprehensive analysis examines the Agreement's key provisions, including New Zealand's commitment to 100% duty-free market access for Indian exports, Rules of Origin requirements, service sector opportunities for Indian professionals and students, and New Zealand's pledge to facilitate USD 20 billion in investments into

The CCI examined allegations filed by an authorised dealer of Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (Nissan) in South Delhi and Faridabad, against Nissan under Sections 3 and 4 of the Act wherein, dealer was operating dealership since 2024 and had invested over INR 10 crore in infrastructure, machinery, inventory, and manpower. However, Nissan arbitrarily terminated the agreement without issuing a show cause notice, providing reasons, or offering a hearing.

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Under the main heads of Intellectual Property Rights, Geographical Indications gains an important stance.

Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI) released a consultation paper on November 24, 2023 to invite public comments from market players on the recommendation of a working group...

In order to control and uphold the competitiveness in the Indian economy, the Competition Commission of India has passed a plethora of commendable orders whereby the large players in the market have missed the chances of "clever" marketing and trading.

A recent news report suggests that the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has proposed reducing the number of members at the Competition Commission of India (CCI) to a Chairperson and three members...

The Competition Commission of India (Lesser Penalty) Regulations, 2009 (Leniency Regulations) have been amended by a notification issued on 22 August 2017 (Notification).