Section 34 Strategy: Challenging Arbitral Awards in India (A Corporate Playbook)
Section 34 Strategy: Challenging Arbitral Awards in India (A Corporate Playbook) Author Alankar Narula Date February 15, 2026 Share Now Section 34 Strategy: Challenging Arbitral Awards in India (A Corporate Playbook) When a high-ticket domestic arbitration ends badly, Indian corporates and developers often have one urgent question: how do we challenge the award under Section […]
Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards in India: Legal Framework and Practical Considerations
Elementor #1547 Author Alankar Narula Date February 13, 2026 Share Now Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards in India: Legal Framework and Practical Considerations India’s arbitration regime has undergone significant reform over the past decade. As a signatory to the New York Convention, India recognises and enforces foreign arbitral awards under Part II of the Arbitration […]
What If the Arbitrator Is Biased or Lacks Independence?
Elementor #1539 Author Alankar Narula Date January 31, 2026 Share Now What If the Arbitrator Is Biased or Lacks Independence? Neutrality is the foundation of arbitration. Duty of disclosure Arbitrators are under a statutory obligation to disclose circumstances that may give rise to justifiable doubts as to independence or impartiality. Grounds for challenge A party […]
Can Criminal Proceedings Continue Alongside Arbitration?
Can Criminal Proceedings Continue Alongside Arbitration? Author Alankar Narula Date January 23, 2026 Share Now The Role of Risk Management in Wealth Preservation and Growth Commercial disputes often carry criminal allegations. This raises a recurring issue. 1. Arbitration does not bar criminal law Existence of an arbitration clause does not prevent initiation or continuation of criminal proceedings. […]
Can Non-Signatories Be Forced Into Arbitration?
Can Non-Signatories Be Forced Into Arbitration? Author Alankar Narula Date January 17, 2026 Share Now Can Non-Signatories Be Forced Into Arbitration? Arbitration is consensual. Yet, Indian courts have recognised exceptions. General rule Ordinarily, only parties who have signed the arbitration agreement are bound by it. Group of companies doctrine Courts have applied the group of companies […]
Does Limitation Apply to Arbitration Proceedings?
Does Limitation Apply to Arbitration Proceedings? Author Alan Date January 9, 2026 Share Now Does Limitation Apply to Arbitration Proceedings? A common misconception is that arbitration exists outside the Limitation Act. That is incorrect. Limitation applies fully to arbitration The Limitation Act, 1963 applies to arbitration proceedings in the same manner as it applies to […]
What If the Other Party Refuses to Appoint an Arbitrator?
What If the Other Party Refuses to Appoint an Arbitrator? Author Alankar Narula Date January 7, 2026 Share Now What If the Other Party Refuses to Appoint an Arbitrator? Deadlock at the appointment stage is common. Court intervention under Section 11 If one party fails to appoint an arbitrator despite notice, the aggrieved party can […]
Section 9 vs Section 17 — Interim Relief in Arbitration Explained
Section 9 vs Section 17 — Interim Relief in Arbitration Explained Author Alan Date January 6, 2026 Share Now Section 9 vs Section 17 — Interim Relief in Arbitration Explained Interim relief is often the most urgent concern in arbitration. Section 9 — Court-granted interim relief Section 9 allows parties to approach courts: before commencement […]
Seat vs Venue of Arbitration — Why Courts Treat Them Differently
Seat vs Venue of Arbitration — Why Courts Treat Them Differently Author Alan Date January 4, 2026 Share Now Seat vs Venue of Arbitration — Why Courts Treat Them Differently This distinction has significant jurisdictional consequences and is often misunderstood. Seat determines supervisory jurisdiction The seat of arbitration determines: which court has jurisdiction over Section 9, 11, […]
What Makes an Arbitration Clause Invalid in India?
What Makes an Arbitration Clause Invalid in India? Author Alankar Narula Date January 3, 2026 Share Now What Makes an Arbitration Clause Invalid in India? Indian courts adopt a strong pro-arbitration approach. Still, an arbitration clause can fail if it does not meet basic legal requirements. There must be a clear intention to arbitrate An […]