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1. UK to probe Paramount-Warner Bros deal in coming weeks, competition watchdog says

UK to probe Paramount-Warner Bros deal in coming weeks, competition watchdog says

UK to probe Paramount-Warner Bros deal in coming weeks, competition watchdog says - International - 1 min read UK to probe Paramount-Warner Bros deal in coming weeks, competition watchdog says WARNER-BROS-DIS-M-A-PARAMOUNT-SKYDAN-UK to probe Paramount-Warner Bros deal in coming weeks, competition watchdog says - Britain's antitrust watchdog is expected to launch an investigation into Paramount Skydance's planned $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery in "the coming weeks," a spokesperson said on Monday. "The film and TV industries contribute billions to our economy, so it's important we assess whether deals between studios may harm competition... We expect to launch our phase 1 investigation in the coming weeks," a Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) spokesperson said in an emailed statement to Reuters. The CMA had earlier sought views on the deal's competitive compliance, a standard step in its information-gathering process before it decides on whether to formally launch an investigation into a deal. The regulator has given interested parties until April 27 to comment. Paramount and Warner Bros did not immediately respond to Reuters' request for comments. Separately, more than 1,000 writers, actors and directors released an open letter on Monday opposing the deal, saying it would harm Hollywood's already distressed entertainment industry. Among those who signed the letter are actors Jane Fonda, Mark Ruffalo and Ben Stiller.

2. Goldman Sachs eyes more corporate mergers despite war uncertainty

Goldman Sachs eyes more corporate mergers despite war uncertainty

Goldman Sachs eyes more corporate mergers despite war uncertainty - International - 2 min read Goldman Sachs eyes more corporate mergers despite war uncertainty Goldman Sachs reported strong first-quarter earnings on Monday, pointing to continued client interest in dealmaking that so far has not been derailed by the Middle East War. While the "level of uncertainty is higher" due to the war, Chief Executive David Solomon told analysts that clients remain interested in large deals. New York, Apr 13, 2026 -Goldman Sachs reported strong first-quarter earnings on Monday, pointing to continued client interest in dealmaking that so far has not been derailed by the Middle East War. The New York-based investment bank scored an 18 percent jump in quarterly profit to $5.4 billion, citing a "significant increase in completed mergers and acquisitions volumes" that boosted financial advisory revenues. Overall revenues rose 14 percent to $17.2 billion. While the "level of uncertainty is higher" due to the war, Chief Executive David Solomon told analysts that clients remain interested in large deals. "We continue to see significant activity on the M&A front," Solomon said in a conference call. "We don't see that slowing." Solomon also expressed bullishness on winning business from upcoming initial public offerings that will proceed because "it's important for those businesses and for capital formation on those businesses," he predicted.

3. NCLT orders insolvency proceedings against Venugopal Dhoot as personal guarantor

NCLT orders insolvency proceedings against Venugopal Dhoot as personal guarantor - Litigation - 3 min read NCLT orders insolvency proceedings against Venugopal Dhoot as personal guarantor Admitting a

NCLT orders insolvency proceedings against Venugopal Dhoot as personal guarantor

NCLT orders insolvency proceedings against Venugopal Dhoot as personal guarantor - Litigation - 3 min read NCLT orders insolvency proceedings against Venugopal Dhoot as personal guarantor Admitting a plea from State Bank of India (SBI), NCLT said Venugopal Dhoot has "committed defaults in repayment of loan amount" granted by the financial creditor. New Delhi, The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has directed initiation of insolvency proceedings against Videocon's former chairman and MD Venugopal Dhoot for defaulting on loans of Rs 6,157.57 crore, as a personal guarantor of two group companies. Admitting a plea from State Bank of India (SBI), NCLT said Venugopal Dhoot has "committed defaults in repayment of loan amount" granted by the financial creditor. "Venugopal Nandlal Dhoot, personal guarantor to Videocon Industries Ltd and Videocon Telecommunications Ltd has also committed default in repayment of the loan facility demanded by the financial creditor after invocation of the personal guarantee," said an order passed by NCLT on April 8, 2026. The Mumbai bench of the insolvency tribunal has also appointed Asish Narayan as a resolution professional and directed him to issue a public notice within seven days of passing this order on the website of the NCLT. "The Resolution Professional shall submit the repayment plan along with his report on the plan to this authority within a period of 21 days from the last date of submission of claims, as provided under Section 106," said NCLT. Under Section 95 of the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (IBC), insolvency proceedings are initiated against a person, after being "satisfied that Corporate Debtor (Videocon) has committed default in repayment of loan amount granted by the financial creditor and personal guarantors have committed default in repayment of the loan facility".

4. Ujjivan fails to get RBI nod for universal banking licence

Ujjivan fails to get RBI nod for universal banking licence

Ujjivan fails to get RBI nod for universal banking licence - Regulators - 2 min read Ujjivan fails to get RBI nod for universal banking licence The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has returned the universal banking licence application filed by Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (SFB) on the grounds that the lender has not sufficiently diversified its asset book to qualify for it, according to an exchange filing. Mumbai, The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has returned the universal banking licence application filed by Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (SFB) on the grounds that the lender has not sufficiently diversified its asset book to qualify for it, according to an exchange filing. "The RBI, through their aforesaid letter, took note of the Bank's recent efforts towards diversification of its loan portfolio. However, they were of the view that there is scope for progress in this area. Therefore, the RBI has returned the above-mentioned application and advised the Bank to consider applying again after demonstrating a diversified loan portfolio," the notice said. This is the second application by a small finance bank that the RBI has "returned" in the recent past. The regulator had earlier returned Jana SFB's universal bank license application, while giving in-principle approval to AU SFB to convert to a universal bank and granting in-principle approval to Fino Payments Bank's request to transition into an SFB. Ujjivan SFB's gross loan book stood at Rs. 37,057 crore in Q3FY26, and group loans formed 45 per cent of the loan book.

5. Kejriwal says he won’t get justice if same judge hears CBI plea against his release - ‘Was almost declared guilty’

Kejriwal says he won’t get justice if same judge hears CBI plea against his release - ‘Was almost declared guilty’

Kejriwal says he won’t get justice if same judge hears CBI plea against his release - ‘Was almost declared guilty’ Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has told Delhi High Court judge Swarana Kanta Sharma that if she hears the case against the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) plea against his release, he apprehends he would not get justice in the excise policy case. Arguing for his application seeking her to withdraw from the case, alleging bias, Arvind Kejriwal said that her earlier decision almost declared him guilty and corrupt. He argued that under the law on recusal, the question is not of a judge's integrity or uprightness, but of “reasonable bias” in the mind of the litigant [Arvind Kejriwal in this case]. He submitted that on the first day of the hearing on March 9, the court "neutralised" the discharge order, which was passed by the trial judge after day-to-day arguments of over three months, by passing a “sweeping, ex parte order” in haste in violation of principles of natural justice. "I was shocked and I had some apprehension about whether the court is biased and will I get justice. What was the need for this?" Kejriwal said during the hearing. Kewal saza sunani baaki reh gayi thi [Only sentence was left to be pronounced]," he said. "The court almost said (in Manish Sisodia's bail order that) all these guys are corrupt.

1. M.V. Ramachandrasa since deceased represented by Legal Heirs vs. Mahendra Watch Company and Ors. (10.04.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0344/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed whether the High Court was justified in reversing a trial court's eviction order against Mahendra Watch Company and others, based on alleged unlawful sub-letting b

2. Ahsan vs. Shambhu Lal Vaishnav and Ors. (17.02.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0343/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the issue of compensation enhancement for Ahsan, who suffered 100% disability due to an accident caused by Shambhu Lal Vaishnav's negligent driving. The court foun

3. Mamta Devi vs. Sanjay Kumar (10.04.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0342/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the appeal by Mamta Devi against Sanjay Kumar, challenging the High Court of Jharkhand's affirmation of a Family Court's decree granting divorce to the respondent.

4. Hari Ram vs. State of Rajasthan and Ors. (10.04.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0347/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the dispute between Hari Ram and the State of Rajasthan and others, focusing on Hari Ram's claim to 'khatedari' rights over land allegedly encroached upon by Keshi

5. Dhan Jee Pandey vs. The State of Bihar and Ors. (10.04.2026 - SC)(MANU/SC/0346/2026)

The Supreme Court of India addressed the appeal by Dhan Jee Pandey against the High Court's decision to suspend the life sentence of Shekhar Pandey, convicted for murder under Section 302 IPC. The Cou

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