Bhavini Mishra

Bhavini Mishra

Bhavini Mishra is a senior law correspondent at Business Standard, specialising in commercial law, insolvency, intellectual property law, and policy matters. In her leisure time, she enjoys discovering new food spots and binge-watching TV shows, combining her love for good food and compelling narratives.

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Govt defends ₹8,415 crore Yes Bank AT1 bond write down before Supreme Court

Argues in SC that the decision was needed for the bank's survival

Updated On: 20 May 2026 | 11:20 PM IST

SC refuses to pause KG basin gas dispute as RIL seeks mediation route

Supreme Court of India declines to halt hearings in KG basin gas dispute involving Reliance Industries Limited and the Centre

Updated On: 20 May 2026 | 10:00 PM IST

SC says fake citations issue in Essel insolvency case under review

The Supreme Court said concerns over allegedly fake judicial precedents cited in the Essel Infraprojects insolvency case were being examined administratively by a committee

Updated On: 20 May 2026 | 9:22 PM IST

Bail a rule, jail an exception even under UAPA, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court reaffirmed that constitutional protections and speedy trial rights remain paramount even under UAPA while granting bail in a narco-terror case

Updated On: 19 May 2026 | 1:00 AM IST

Delhi HC assigns excise policy case to Justice Manoj Jain after row

The Delhi High Court reassigned the excise policy case involving AAP leaders after Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma initiated contempt proceedings over social media posts

Updated On: 19 May 2026 | 12:59 AM IST

SC to hear tax department plea against Vedanta relief in TDS dispute

The Supreme Court agreed to examine the Income Tax Department's plea against a Madras High Court ruling that granted Vedanta partial relief in a TDS dispute

Updated On: 18 May 2026 | 8:01 PM IST

CCI shifts from global to domestic turnover in Apple investigation

Watchdog had earlier sought global earnings in its 5-yr-old probe

Updated On: 16 May 2026 | 12:08 AM IST

Supreme Court refuses to stop RIPL board meet in Sunjay Kapur estate case

Apex court urges mediation in inheritance dispute between Rani Kapur and Priya Kapur while allowing key company meeting to proceed

Updated On: 14 May 2026 | 10:23 PM IST

SC summons Rajasthan officials over illegal mining in Chambal Sanctuary

Apex court seeks compliance affidavits and warns of stricter action over illegal sand mining threatening wildlife in the Chambal region

Updated On: 14 May 2026 | 8:09 PM IST

Delhi High Court directs Google, Apple to act against pornographic apps

Court says intermediaries must exercise due diligence while allowing apps on their platforms and ensure compliance with IT Rules, 2021

Updated On: 13 May 2026 | 10:20 PM IST

SpiceJet moves Supreme Court against Delhi HC order in Maran dispute

Airline challenges Delhi High Court direction to deposit Rs 144.5 crore in long-running arbitration dispute linked to share transfer with Kalanithi Maran

Updated On: 13 May 2026 | 7:45 PM IST

CJI forms advisory panel in ₹50,000 crore push for court infrastructure

Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee to prepare roadmap on court facilities, digital systems and tribunal infrastructure amid mounting pendency and staffing gaps

Updated On: 12 May 2026 | 11:37 PM IST

Delhi HC seeks Centre, Prasar Bharati reply on FIFA 2026 telecast

Court seeks responses on plea seeking telecast of FIFA World Cup 2026 in India, including free-to-air broadcast of key matches through Doordarshan

Updated On: 12 May 2026 | 10:07 PM IST

Supreme Court says Kapur family feud would make 'Mahabharata seem small'

Supreme Court to hear Rani Kapur's plea alleging attempts to alter control of family-linked firm despite ongoing mediation in Sunjay Kapur estate dispute

Updated On: 12 May 2026 | 9:55 PM IST

CJI forms panel to assess court infrastructure, seek ₹50,000 crore

The panel will assess judicial infrastructure gaps, recommend reforms, and build a case for a dedicated Rs 40,000-50,000 crore allocation

Updated On: 12 May 2026 | 8:55 PM IST

Bombay HC restrains Berger Paints ad, flags meme for disparagement

The Bombay High Court restrained circulation of a Berger Paints advertisement after observing that it prima facie crossed into disparagement of Asian Paints

Updated On: 11 May 2026 | 11:25 PM IST

Supreme Court suggests steps for speedy disposal of bail pleas in HCs

The Supreme Court has directed High Courts to ensure timely disposal of bail pleas and avoid casual adjournments in matters involving personal liberty

Updated On: 11 May 2026 | 10:48 PM IST

How governors decide who gets first shot at power in hung Assemblies

'Delay' in inviting Vijay to form govt in Tamil Nadu reignites debate, Bhavini Mishra explains

Updated On: 10 May 2026 | 10:58 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh High Court episode sparks debate on judicial contempt

Legal experts say contempt powers exist to safeguard the administration of justice, not judicial ego, after a courtroom exchange in Andhra Pradesh High Court sparked debate

Updated On: 08 May 2026 | 10:53 PM IST

Railways a consumer under Electricity Act, liable for surcharges: SC

The Supreme Court ruled that Indian Railways cannot claim deemed distribution licensee status and must pay cross-subsidy and additional surcharges on power procurement

Updated On: 08 May 2026 | 8:45 PM IST