Supreme Court Upholds Power of Courts to Award Interest in Absence of Contractual Agreement: K. Merchants Pvt. Ltd. vs. State of Rajasthan

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In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India clarified the application of Section 34 of the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC), reaffirming that courts have the authority to determine interest rates in the absence of a specific contractual agreement …

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Delhi High Court Upholds Section 132(4) of Companies Act & Validates NFRA Rules on Auditor Accountability

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The High Court highlighted that Section 132 was introduced to strengthen regulatory oversight and align audit standards with global best practices. It does not create new liabilities but fills a regulatory gap to enhance transparency, accountability, and audit quality. The …

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Accountability for ensuring ‘True and Fair View’ in Financial Statements: A Complex Responsibility

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The accountability for ensuring ‘true and fair view’ in financial statements is now shared among all stakeholders, including the CFO, auditors, audit committees, and Board members. With SEBI and NFRA tightening the regulatory framework, stakeholders can no longer afford to take compliance lightly.

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