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Introduction: A Sudden Leadership Shift at Eternal In an unexpected move that has drawn widespread attention across India’s startup and corporate ecosystem, Deepinder Goyal , co-founder and long-serving CEO of Eternal Ltd. (formerly Zomato) , announced his decision to step down from the chief executive role. Effective 1 February 2026 , Goyal will hand over operational control to Albinder Dhindsa , the founder of Blinkit, while transitioning to the position of Vice Chairman . The leadership change marks a significant moment for Eternal, which operates one of India’s largest food delivery and quick-commerce platforms. Who Is Albinder Dhindsa? Educational Background Albinder Dhindsa is an alumnus of: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi , where he completed a degree in Civil Engineering (2000–2004) Columbia Business School , where he earned his MBA (2010–2012) His academic journey reflects a strong blend of engineering, analytical, and managerial expertise. Early Professional Caree...

Background of the Crisis India’s largest airline, IndiGo, faced unprecedented operational disruption between December 3 and 5, 2024 , resulting in 2,507 flight cancellations and 1,852 delays , stranding over three lakh passengers across the country. The disruption followed the enforcement of revised Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) norms, which imposed stricter caps on pilot duty hours and enhanced mandatory rest requirements. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) constituted a four-member inquiry committee to investigate the causes of the breakdown. Based on its findings, the regulator imposed a record financial penalty of ₹22.2 crore , issued warnings to senior leadership, and mandated sweeping systemic reforms within the airline.

Introduction: When Market Leadership Invites Regulatory Scrutiny The Competition Commission of India’s (CCI) decision to examine IndiGo Airlines over mass flight cancellations marks a critical moment in India’s aviation sector. While the CCI has not yet specified the exact statutory violations, the probe assumes significance given IndiGo’s overwhelming 65% share of India’s domestic aviation market . Market dominance, though not illegal per se, invites antitrust scrutiny when it appears to distort competition, consumer choice, or market access. IndiGo’s rise—from a modest low-cost carrier in 2006 to a near-monopolistic force by 2025—offers a textbook case study of how timing, policy gaps, industry failures, and capacity decisions can reshape an entire sector. IndiGo’s Early Years: Right Place, Right Time IndiGo, operated by InterGlobe Aviation Ltd. , commenced operations in 2006 with a no-frills, low-cost model and a small fleet. Unlike its competitors, IndiGo focused on operational di...

Introduction In a significant ruling clarifying the scope of criminal liability of corporate executives, the Bombay High Court has held that Indian criminal law does not recognise vicarious liability unless expressly provided by statute . The Court quashed criminal proceedings against the Managing Director and a civil engineer of a construction firm , ruling that criminal negligence cannot be presumed solely based on managerial position . The judgment reinforces a foundational principle of criminal jurisprudence: personal culpability is indispensable for criminal prosecution . Factual Background of the Case Construction Project and Incident Year of Incident : October 2017 Project : Construction of an overbridge at Wardha railway station Contractor : Someshwaraya Infrastructure, owned by Krishna Mandadi , a railway contractor Incident : A pit was dug at the construction site A two-and-a-half-year-old child , son of a labourer working at the site, drowned in the pit According to records...

Background of the Case The Karnataka High Court has directed the Bengaluru Police not to harass Ola Electric CEO Bhavish Aggarwal and other company officials in connection with a case registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for abetment to suicide . The order came in response to a petition filed by Aggarwal , Ola Electric , and Subrat Kumar Dash , head of Vehicle Homologation, challenging the FIR filed against them after the death of a 38-year-old Ola Electric engineer , who allegedly died by suicide on September 28, 2025 . The High Court bench of Justice Mohammad Nawaz , in an order passed on October 17 , restrained the police from taking coercive action or harassing the petitioners “under the guise of investigation.” Facts of the Case The deceased, who worked as a Homologation Engineer at Ola Electric since 2022, allegedly consumed poison at his Bengaluru residence. After his death, his family discovered a 28-page handwritten note accusing senior company offi...

Fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi , accused in the ₹14,000 crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam , has hinted at “sensational developments” in his ongoing extradition proceedings in the United Kingdom. The statement was made before Justice Simon Tinkler at the Royal Courts of Justice, London , where Nirav appeared in an unrelated debt recovery case filed by the Bank of India . Nirav, currently lodged in a London prison since 2019, told the court that he remains “extremely hopeful” of either being discharged or granted bail when the extradition case reopens next month. His remarks came as he continues to represent himself in multiple ongoing cases in the UK courts. Background: From India’s Most Wanted to UK’s High-Security Prison Nirav Modi is wanted in India for fraud and money laundering related to fake Letters of Undertaking (LoUs) issued by the PNB’s Brady House branch, which enabled him to siphon off nearly $2 billion . He was arrested in March 2019 in London and has been ...

Introduction: Remembering a Titan of Indian Industry October 9, 2025, marks the first death anniversary of Ratan Naval Tata (1937–2024) , one of India’s most respected industrialists, philanthropists, and global business icons. His name stands synonymous with trust, ethics, and nation-building. As India pays tribute to the man who shaped its modern industrial landscape, it’s important to reflect on how his vision, leadership, and humanity transformed not just the Tata Group, but India’s global image. Who Was Ratan Tata? Born on December 28, 1937 , into the prominent Tata family, Ratan Tata was the son of Naval Tata and Soonoo Commissariat . He was raised by his grandmother, Lady Navajbai Tata , at the Tata Palace in Mumbai. Educated at Cornell University , where he earned a degree in Architecture and Structural Engineering, Ratan Tata later completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School. He joined the Tata Group in 1961, starting his career at Tata Steel in Ja...

Delhi Court Grants Bail to Chinese National in Vivo India  Money Laundering Case In a significant development in the Vivo India money laundering case, Delhi’s Patiala House Court on November 11 granted regular bail to Guangwen alias Andrew , a Chinese national and administrative manager at Vivo India, who was previously detained under charges of money laundering related to alleged proceeds of crime worth ₹20,000 crores . Guangwen had been in judicial custody since October 2023 and was released on bail under specific terms and conditions. Court’s Decision and Reasoning for Bail Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Kiran Gupta presided over the bail application, assessing the overall circumstances, including the period of custody, prior conduct, and existing evidence against Andrew. The court emphasized that although Andrew was employed at Vivo India, no substantial personal financial gain was reported in his accounts, apart from his legitimate salary. In granting bail, the court noted t...

Oberoi Hotel Group Family Dispute: Delhi High Court  Issues Injunction on PRS Oberoi’s Shares In a significant development in the Oberoi Hotel Group family dispute, the Delhi High Court on September 12, 2024, issued an interim order in favor of Anastasia Oberoi, daughter of the late veteran hotelier PRS Oberoi. The lawsuit, filed by Anastasia, has brought into focus the contentious issue of inheritance and the control of shares in EIH Limited, which manages the renowned Oberoi and Trident hotel chains. The Dispute: Control Over PRS Oberoi’s Estate The lawsuit was filed by Anastasia Oberoi, alleging that her brother Vikramjit Oberoi, sister Natasha Oberoi, and cousin Arjun Oberoi, along with the executors of PRS Oberoi’s will, were conspiring to obstruct the execution of the will and manipulate the distribution of shares and properties left behind by their late father. The case revolves around the control of the family’s substantial holdings in EIH Limited, Oberoi Hotels Pvt. Ltd., ...

Hindenburg Alleges SEBI Chairperson and Husband Had Hidden Stakes in Offshore Funds Linked to Adani Scandal On August 10, 2024, Hindenburg Research, a US-based hedge fund, dropped a bombshell with its latest report, accusing SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Buch and her husband, Dhaval Buch, of having hidden stakes in offshore entities linked to the Adani money siphoning scandal. This revelation comes amidst ongoing scrutiny of the Adani Group's financial practices and raises serious questions about regulatory oversight in India. Allegations by Hindenburg Research Hindenburg Research's report alleges that Madhabi Buch and Dhaval Buch had investments in obscure offshore funds based in Bermuda and Mauritius. These funds, according to the report, are intricately linked to Vinod Adani, who is allegedly involved in the Adani Group's financial irregularities. The report cites whistleblower documents and claims that the Buchs' investments were made through IPE Plus Fund 1, an entity w...