Legal Updates 16 September 2026
India's Courts Push Mediation, Preventive Justice, and Dispute Relief
India's top judicial and regulatory bodies are accelerating preventive justice and mediation to curb litigation delays, from infrastructure arbitration guidance by the CJI to the Supreme Court clarifying electricity dues, while the Delhi High Court orders the RBI to mediate PayU fee disputes and the ADR summit highlights the 2023 Mediation Act. Simultaneously, the Supreme Court and consumer forums address public‑servant status and forum selection in financial and real‑estate disputes.
Preventive Justice in Infrastructure – CJI Surya Kant urges using arbitration and dispute‑resolution mechanisms before litigation to keep projects on track. Read more
- NSE Co‑Location Case: SC directs trial court to decide if former MD Chitra Ramkrishna was a public servant. Details
- Electricity Dues Ruling: Supreme Court says dues arise only when a bill is raised, rejecting a 2007 demand. Full story
- Philippines UNCLOS Support: India backs 2016 arbitral award, hopes for Quad meeting. Source
- PayU Interchange Fees Dispute: Delhi High Court asks RBI to mediate between PayU and banks. Read
- Mediation Act Spotlight: India Digital ADR Summit discusses institutional practice under Mediation Act 2023. Info
- Law Firm Elevates Partners: Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas promotes seven lawyers, emphasizing mediation focus. Article
- Consumer Forum Choice: Guidance on selecting RERA vs consumer commission to avoid duplicate claims. Read more
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