Counterclaims and Beyond: A Comparative Analysis of the India-Uzbekistan Bilateral Investment Treaty and India’s Treaty practice

Authors: Samir Malik (Partner), M. Shahan Ulla (Principal Associate) and Aryan Mehta (Associate) Introduction On 27th September 2024, India and Uzbekistan signed a Bilateral Investment Treaty (“the Uzbekistan BIT”) in Tashkent to bolster investment relations and create a more robust and resilient investment environment. This BIT has been in force since 15th May 2025, a […]

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India’s Lemon Law Moment: Evolving Product Liability and Recall Regime in the Automotive Sector

Authors: Samir Malik & Mahip Singh Introduction Few frustrations compare to owning an unreliable vehicle. A car that repeatedly breaks down despite multiple repairs may be considered a “lemon”, a term popularized in the U.S[1]. In such cases, consumers may be entitled to a refund, replacement, or compensation under “lemon laws”—a critical protection that has […]

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Arbitration Is the Consumer’s Choice: Hon’ble Supreme Court of India on Non-Arbitrability of Consumer Disputes

Authors: Samir Malik, Mahip Singh & Ayushi Pandey Arbitration is often regarded as the crown jewel of commercial contracting — efficient, enforceable, and private. Global tech giants, insurance companies, banks, and e-commerce platforms routinely tuck arbitration clauses into their user agreements and service contracts. However, when such clauses are embedded in contracts with consumers, the […]

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White-Collar Crime & Corporate Investigations Monthly Newsletter

Welcome to the latest edition of DSK Legal’s White-Collar Crime & Corporate Investigations Newsletter, where we analyze key legal developments shaping financial crime, regulatory enforcement, and corporate compliance. This edition covers significant judicial pronouncements, evolving standards in the Prvention of Money Laundering Act, Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, the Criminal Procedure Code, and the Negotiable Instruments […]

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Financing for Projects and Infrastructure: RBI’s new Directions triggers big push for Infrastructure Development in India

Authors: Ajay Shaw (Partner) and Soham Mookherjee (Associate Partner) Introduction The Government of India in recent years has increased public spending on infrastructure capacity development, with India’s ambitious developmental targets in mind. Capital expenditure by the Government of India on major infrastructure sectors such as atomic energy, civil aviation, telecommunications, renewable energy, power, road, rural […]

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Tech Law Bytes – June 2025

Dive into last month’s updates and expert insights on the ever-evolving landscape of technology and digital laws, including AI, data protection, data privacy, and cybersecurity. Stay informed, stay ahead! Disclaimer: The content provided in this newsletter is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Join our community on LinkedIn. Click Here

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Game, Set and Match Monthly – June 2025

Welcome to the June 2025 edition of Game, Set & Match Monthly, your all-access pass to the latest legal, regulatory, and industry updates in the ever-evolving world of sports and gaming—both in India and internationally. In this issue, we cover:Gaming News & Legal Updates – Key developments in India’s online gaming regulations, global policy shifts, and the impact of emerging […]

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India–UAE Arbitration Synergy: Evolving Legal Frameworks and Cross-Border Enforcement

Authors: Samir Malik, Mahip Singh and Ayushi Pandey As global commerce evolves, the relationship between India and the United Arab Emirates (“UAE”) has emerged as a strategic axis of economic and legal collaboration. With bilateral trade touching USD 84 billion in the last financial year, both nations have not only demonstrated deep economic interdependence but […]

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