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1. SAM, Khaitan, Davis Polk & Wardwell act on FMC India’s USD 252 mn acquisition by Crystal Crop Protection

SAM, Khaitan, Davis Polk & Wardwell act on FMC India’s USD 252 mn acquisition by Crystal Crop Protection

SAM, Khaitan, Davis Polk & Wardwell act on FMC India’s USD 252 mn acquisition by Crystal Crop Protection - Industry - 2 min read SAM, Khaitan, Davis Polk & Wardwell act on FMC India’s USD 252 mn acquisition by Crystal Crop Protection The transaction contemplates divestment of 100% stake of FMC India upfront along with preferred access to FMC India post sale to certain pipeline products of FMC India as per pre-agreed terms. Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. acted as legal counsel to Crystal Crop Protection in relation to its acquisition of 100 percent shareholding in FMC India from FMC and its group entities. Khaitan & Co. and Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP acted as Indian and U.S. legal counsel, respectively, to FMC Corporation on the divestment of its India crop protection commercial business to Crystal Crop Protection for a total consideration of USD 252 million. The transaction contemplates divestment of 100% stake of FMC India upfront along with preferred access to FMC India post sale to certain pipeline products of FMC India as per pre-agreed terms. In July 2025, FMC announced its decision to divest its crop protection commercial business in India, allowing the company to adopt a new go-to-market strategy in the country while reallocating resources toward its highest-growth global opportunities. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. FMC plans to use the entire proceeds from the sale to reduce its debt. SAM’s transaction team was led by partners Puja Sondhi and Aayush Kapoor, supported by principal associate Sourav Nath, senior associates Prerna Saroha, Vaibhavi Shaunak, Pratim Majumder, and associate Rishika Arya.

2. Nokia wins UK appeal to block Acer, Asus video streaming patent lawsuits

Nokia wins UK appeal to block Acer, Asus video streaming patent lawsuits

Nokia wins UK appeal to block Acer, Asus video streaming patent lawsuits - International - 1 min read Nokia wins UK appeal to block Acer, Asus video streaming patent lawsuits NOKIA-PATENT-Nokia wins UK appeal to block Acer, Asus video streaming patent lawsuits LONDON, - Nokia won an appeal to block London lawsuits by Taiwanese tech companies Acer and Asus on Tuesday in a case which is part of a global dispute over video coding technology. Acer and Asus had previously obtained a High Court declaration that a willing licensor in Nokia's position would agree to an interim licence until the court decided the "reasonable and non-discriminatory" terms of a patent licence. But Nokia challenged that ruling and the Court of Appeal on Tuesday permanently "stayed" the cases, effectively ending the lawsuits brought against the Finnish technology company. A Nokia spokesperson said the ruling meant that a trial due to take place in June and July will not now proceed. Acer and Asus did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The Court of Appeal said that Nokia had offered a licence to Acer and Asus to use its patents on reasonable and non-discriminatory terms to be determined at arbitration, meaning their London lawsuits should not continue. China-based Hisense had also sued Nokia, but settled its case before the appeal was heard. Disputes over the fair, reasonable, and non-discriminatory (FRAND) terms of a patent licence have frequently led to global legal battles in the telecoms industry.

3. CJI sets up high-powered panel for judicial infrastructure overhaul

CJI sets up high-powered panel for judicial infrastructure overhaul

CJI Surya Kant Forms Judicial Infrastructure Committee, Judiciary May Seek Rs 40k-50k Crore for Nationwide Court Modernization Project Chief Justice of India Surya Kant formed a Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee to assess court infrastructure nationwide and recommend funding reforms. The panel will submit a report by August 31, with the judiciary reportedly considering seeking Rs 40,000–50,000 crore for modernization and development projects. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has constituted a Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee to undertake a nationwide assessment of the infrastructural needs of courts and formulate recommendations for substantial financial support to strengthen the justice delivery system across the country. The committee has been entrusted with the task of preparing a comprehensive report identifying deficiencies in judicial infrastructure and estimating future requirements. The report is to be submitted by August 31 to Sanjeev Sanyal, a member of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Economic Advisory Council. The initiative comes amid growing concern within the judiciary over inadequate court infrastructure, shortage of courtroom facilities, overcrowding in district courts, insufficient digital resources and the lack of proper working conditions for judicial officers and court staff. The Supreme Court has repeatedly emphasised that modernisation of court infrastructure is essential for reducing case backlog and improving access to justice. ALSO READ: [EXCLUSIVE] Supreme Court Reconstitutes Gender Sensitisation Committee According to the proposal under consideration, the judiciary may seek an allocation in the range of Rs 40,000 crore to Rs 50,000 crore from the government for infrastructure development and technological modernization of courts across India.

4. Trinamool’s land policy delayed West Bengal border fencing: MHA’s 2023 affidavit in Supreme Court

Trinamool’s land policy delayed West Bengal border fencing: MHA’s 2023 affidavit in Supreme Court

Trinamool’s land policy delayed West Bengal border fencing: MHA’s 2023 affidavit in Supreme Court One of the key reasons behind the delay in land acquisition to erect fences along the Bangladesh border in West Bengal was the policy followed by the former Trinamool Congress government, according to a 2023 affidavit filed by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in the Supreme Court. The MHA had, through an affidavit, informed the Supreme Court that the West Bengal government had not adopted the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act (LARR Act), 2013, under which the government can take possession of any land needed for a public purpose. The State Government instead followed a Direct Land Purchase Policy, enacted in 2016, even for national security projects such as border fencing. Under the policy, zilla parishads or municipal corporations would acquire land from land owners for important infrastructure projects such as “food godowns, roads, bridges, etc.”, which were “not fully commissioned for want of small parcels of land”. Funds were allotted to the municipal body or the zilla parishad by the administrative department, which would then make the payment to the landowner. Then Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla, in the affidavit, said, “The West Bengal Government follows a far slower, more complex Direct Land Purchase Policy even for national security projects such as border fencing. Due to the non-cooperation from the State government regarding resolving various issues of land acquisition, considerable delays have occurred in acquiring the necessary land, thereby impeding the timely completion of fencing in West Bengal along Indo Bangladesh border, which is a vital national security project.” On May 11, soon after assuming power in the State for the first time, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)…

5. FIR against Tumakuru madrasa management after 24 runaway children allege abuse and forced labour

FIR against Tumakuru madrasa management after 24 runaway children allege abuse and forced labour

FIR against Tumakuru madrasa management after 24 runaway children allege abuse and forced labour The rescue of 24 runaway minor children from a madrasa in Tumakuru district, in Karnataka, has led to the registration of an FIR against the institution’s management over allegations of torture, forced labour, and harassment of students. Based on a complaint filed by Nagabhushan C., an official attached to the District Child Protection Unit and Child Helpline, Kengeri, Bengaluru South, the Tumakuru Rural Police registered a case on May 10 against the madrasa management under provisions of the Juvenile Justice Act, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and child labour laws. According to the complaint, on April 19, 2026, as many as 24 children escaped from a madrasa, identified as Jamia Arabia Hasaniya Trust, located in Amalapura in Tumakuru taluk. They were later rescued at the KSR Bengaluru Railway Station by Railway Protection Force personnel and volunteers. The children were subsequently produced before officials of the District Child Protection Unit, and the Child Welfare Committee for counselling and care. During an interaction with officials on April 23, the children alleged that they had fled the madrasa due to physical assault, harassment, and ill-treatment by staff members. They further alleged that they were being forced to work as labourers in the construction of a building on the madrasa premises. The complaint stated that the children told authorities they were unwilling to return to the institution, and wanted to go back to their parents and native places.

1. Manjula and Ors. vs. D.A. Srinivas (08.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0453/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether the suit filed by D.A. Srinivas against Manjula and others was barred under the Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988. The core issue was w

2. The State of Jharkhand and Ors. vs. Ranjan Kumar and Ors. (08.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0456/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the appeal by the State of Jharkhand against the High Court's decision to reinstate Ranjan Kumar, who was dismissed for securing dual police appointments in Jharkh

3. Anand Narayan Shukla vs. Jagat Dhari (08.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0455/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether the decree for specific performance of a contract merged with the appellate court's order and if the execution court could rescind the contract due to dela

4. Sanjay Singh vs. State of Madhya Pradesh (08.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0454/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the appeal of Sanjay Singh against the State of Madhya Pradesh, focusing on whether his conviction under Section 302 read with Section 34 IPC was justified. The co

5. Indian Railways vs. West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited and Ors. (08.05.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0452/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether Indian Railways qualifies as a deemed distribution licensee under the Electricity Act, 2003, and if it is liable to pay Cross-Subsidy Surcharge for open ac

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