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CCI invites public comments on PVR INOX proposal to discontinue VPF charges
PVR INOX proposes ending upfront VPF payments and offering producers a choice between a per-show exhibition service charge and a revised revenue-sharing arrangement
CCI clears Go Digit Infoworks merger with insurer; Fairfax entity to hold 57.28% stake
The Competition Commission of India approved Go Digit Infoworks' merger with Go Digit General Insurance. This transaction will see Go Digit Infoworks Services merge into the insurer, which remains the surviving entity. Following the merger, the Fairfax group …
CCI okays upGrad-Unacademy merger, clears path for major edtech consolidation; details here
The Competition Commission of India has approved upGrad's acquisition of Unacademy's parent company, Sorting Hat Technologies.
The Supreme Court’s Amazon ruling has revealed a gap in the CCI’s authority over corporate mergers
The apex court's recent verdict on the Amazon-Future case has revealed a vulnerability of the Competition Commission of India (CCI) to deception in merger reviews. India should tighten its merger control regime.
CCI Dismisses Complaint Against Rapido Over Predatory Pricing , Dominance Abuse Claims
Who was Dhanender Kumar ? Ex - World Bank executive director , first CCI chief , veteran IAS officer dies in AC blast fire
Supreme Court tells CCI to protect competition without weakening market confidence ; clears Amazon
Supreme Court sets aside CCI’s ₹202 crore penalty on Amazon in Future Coupons case
The top court has ordered the refund of any amount deposited with interest, overturning the regulator’s action over Amazon’s 2019 Future Coupons investment and disclosure allegations.
SC quashes CCI’s Rs 202 crore penalty on Amazon over Future Coupons deal
The Supreme Court has overturned a Rs 202-crore penalty imposed on Amazon by the Competition Commission of India. This penalty was related to Amazon's 2019 investment in Future Coupons. The CCI had alleged that Amazon suppressed information during the approva…
SC quashes CCI’s Rs 202 crore penalty on Amazon over Future Coupons deal
The Supreme Court has overturned a Rs 202-crore penalty imposed on Amazon by the Competition Commission of India. This penalty was related to Amazon's 2019 investment in Future Coupons. The CCI had alleged that Amazon suppressed information during the approva…
NCLAT rejects pleas against Kerala's liquor procurement agency; upholds CCI order
The Appellate Tribunal NCLAT has upheld a decision by the fair trade regulator CCI. The CCI had closed a complaint alleging abuse of dominant position by Kerala's state-owned liquor procurement agency, KSBC. NCLAT found no concrete evidence of anti-competitiv…
CCI levies Rs 50 lakh penalty on Manipal Group for not disclosing stake hike in Aakash Educational Services
The Competition Commission of India has fined Manipal Group Rs 50 lakh. This penalty is for not disclosing stake increases in Aakash Educational Services. Manipal Health Systems, Manipal Education, and Medical Group India failed to notify the antitrust watchd…
CCI approves stake purchase in Burger King India operator by Lenexis consortium
The Competition Commission of India has given its approval for a partial ownership acquisition in Restaurant Brands Asia Limited. This deal involves a consortium led by Lenexis Foodworks Private Limited. The acquisition will occur through various steps includ…
CCI okays Blackstone, other investors' proposal to acquire stake in AI firm Neysa Networks
India's competition regulator CCI has approved a deal. Blackstone-backed funds and other investors will acquire a stake in Neysa Networks. This AI acceleration cloud provider recently raised $1.2 billion. Neysa is set to scale up its operations. The company p…
CAG offered its initiatives to CCI to discharge its responsibility more effectively
CAG introduces AI-driven initiatives to enhance CCI's effectiveness in market competition oversight and public procurement efficiency.
CCI keeping pace with market trends, taking firm stance against cartelisation: CAG CCI
The Competition Commission of India is aligning with evolving market dynamics, taking a bold approach against cartel activities. This vigilant anti-trust guardian promotes equitable competition across industries. The CCI has reshaped India’s economic environm…
CCI keeping pace with market trends, taking firm stance against cartelisation: CAG
CCI adapts to market trends and combats cartelisation, transforming India's economy into a competitive landscape, says CAG Murthy.
UpGrad value pegged at $1.7 billion as Unacademy deal awaits CCI assent
UpGrad's valuation hit $1.7 billion, with a confidential report revealing projected profitability for FY26. The edtech firm plans to acquire Unacademy for Rs 2,055 crore, a fraction of its peak value. Aggressive growth is anticipated through acquisitions, int…
Indian court tells Apple to 'cooperate' in antitrust case
The CCI has been seeking Apple's financial information since an investigation found in 2024 that the company had abused its dominant position
Competition Commission orders antitrust probe against liquor giant Pernod's dealings with retailers
CCI orders an antitrust investigation into Pernod Ricard for alleged collusion with retailers to manipulate market share in New Delhi.
CCI orders antitrust probe into liquor major Pernod Ricard, seven others
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has ordered an investigation into French liquor major Pernod Ricard over allegations that it entered into exclusive arrangements with retailers in Delhi-NCR to boost sales of its brands and restrict rival products.
NCLAT sets aside CCI's Rs 301.6-cr penalty on Grasim Industries, directs fresh hearing
The appellate tribunal NCLAT has overturned a Rs 301.6-crore penalty against Grasim Industries. The fair trade regulator CCI must now hear the Aditya Birla Group firm again. NCLAT found Grasim was not given a chance to present arguments after the CCI differed…
NCLAT sets aside CCI's Rs 301.6-cr penalty on Grasim Industries, directs fresh hearing
The appellate tribunal NCLAT has overturned a Rs 301.6-crore penalty against Grasim Industries. The fair trade regulator CCI must now hear the Aditya Birla Group firm again. NCLAT found Grasim was not given a chance to present arguments after the CCI differed…
NCLAT sets aside ₹301.61 crore CCI penalty on Grasim, orders fresh hearing
The appellate tribunal said due process was not followed in imposing the penalty and sent the case back to the regulator for reconsideration.
CCI rejects AGI Greenpac plea on INSCO green channel nod for HNG deal
The Competition Commission of India has once again rejected AGI Greenpac's challenge. The regulator upheld the green channel approval for Independent Sugar Corporation's acquisition of Hindusthan National Glass & Industries. AGI Greenpac's concerns about undi…
CCI clears Mizuho Securities stake purchase in Avendus Capital
The regulator also cleared the merger of agri firms into BN Agrochem Ltd and approved investments by Macquarie Group Ltd’s infrastructure fund in road asset entities.