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Monday, June 22, 2026
TopicInsolvency and Bankruptcy Code

Topic: Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code

SC reiterates IBC can’t be used as tool for coercion, debt recovery in breach of contract cases

SC said insolvency proceedings can't be invoked for debt recovery in disputes that are predominantly contractual in nature. In doing so, it upheld an NCLAT ruling.

Why ED arrest of resolution professional is rare case. ‘In insolvency, misuse isn’t plain-vanilla’

Resolution professional is appointed to conduct insolvency resolution process and manage negotiation between creditors and debtors under corporate insolvency resolution process (CIRP).

India’s Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code is struggling to deliver. It’ll take a decade to clear backlog

The Centre is considering an increase in the National Company Law Tribunal's bench capacity, while the Standing Committee of Finance suggests fast-track courts. 

The govt’s ‘fix’ to speed up insolvency could add at least a year to the process

The proposed amendment to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code aims to reduce timelines and provide for a mechanism that involves minimal interaction with the court. It fails on both counts.

New insolvency frameworks to shorter timelines, how 2025 amendment bill proposes to transform IBC

New bill aims to fix key issues with IBC 2016, including delays & patchy implementation, and protect creditors, with window for genuine promoters to retain control of their companies.

Bhushan Steel-JSW saga exposes cracks in insolvency code. Where’s the finality?

If every resolution is subject to reversal years later, and every acquirer must factor in the risk of ED or other state action, then the core promise of the code is being undermined.

‘NCLT, NCLAT must ensure timely resolution, not be mere rubber stamp authority’: SC in Jet Airways ruling

A 3-judge bench, led by CJI, slammed the 2 bodies’ ‘growing tendency’ to disregard SC’s orders, besides political appointments & lack of infra, while also highlighting shortcomings of the IBC.

US lenders push Indian ed-tech giant Byju’s towards insolvency

The Supreme Court on Wednesday revived insolvency proceedings following a lawsuit by a trust representing U.S. lenders who say they are owed $1 billion by the company.

Budget proposes reforms for insolvency regime. Tech platform, more tribunals & bolstering existing ones

It was NDA that introduced Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code in 2016. IBC replaced earlier framework which was governed by various laws that made the process cumbersome.

Why BCCI filed insolvency plea against Byju’s parent company & what happens to ed-tech firm now

NCLT has admitted BCCI’s insolvency plea against Byju’s over Rs 158 cr of allegedly unpaid dues from sponsorship deal. ThePrint explains what it means for ed-tech firm.

On Camera

Haryana with lower sex ratio records more girl adoptions then Kerala—what central data reveals

According to parliamentary records, approximately 30,000 families were registered and on the CARA waiting list as of 2022. For every child looking for a home, there were 10 families.

India seeks US tariff advantage over rivals before finalising trade deal

While US & Indian officials have signaled that a deal was within reach, talks have dragged on amid disputes over tariffs, market access & protections for politically sensitive sectors.

SMPP partners with Europe’s KNDS to build loitering munitions in India amid growing military demand

Under the agreement, the loitering munitions will be offered to the Indian Army as part of efforts to address what the companies described as an ‘urgent requirement’.

Why many parties break up when out of power and some don’t

Ideology keeps parties together, or the glue of power. Without either, you face the ongoing defections at an industrial scale.