Top 10 Corporate Law News for India – November 2025

1. Supreme Court Upholds IBC Overriding Effect on SARFAESI

In a landmark judgment (Nov 18), the Supreme Court ruled that the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code prevails over SARFAESI Act once moratorium is imposed – a huge relief for resolution professionals.

2. SEBI Introduces New Insider Trading Norms (Nov 12)

SEBI amended the PIT Regulations: trading plans now mandatory for top management in listed companies with frequent price-sensitive information, and stricter disclosure of UPSI.

3. Record ₹1.4 Lakh Crore Raised via IPOs in CY2025

As of Nov 30, Indian markets crossed ₹1.4 lakh crore through mainboard IPOs – the highest ever in a calendar year, led by Hyundai Motor India and Swiggy listings.

4. Trilegal, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Khaitan & Co Dominate India Rankings

Latest Legal 500 and Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026 rankings (released Nov 2025) once again placed these three firms in Band 1 across M&A, Banking & Finance, and Capital Markets.

5. Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Opens 7th Office in Gift City

On Nov 10, CAM became the first national law firm to open a full-fledged office inside GIFT City IFSC to cater to offshore funds and international financial services clients.

6. NCLT Approves ₹62,000 Cr Reliance-Disney Merger

Mumbai & Kochi benches of NCLT cleared the mega merger on Nov 22, creating India’s largest media & entertainment entity valued at over $12 billion.

7. RBI Tightens Norms for ARCs & Stressed Asset Funds (Nov 8)

New guidelines mandate minimum 15% sponsor investment in Security Receipts and stricter net-worth requirements for Asset Reconstruction Companies.

8. MCA Notifies New CSR Rules – Companies Can Now Pool Funds

Effective Nov 15, companies can now contribute unspent CSR amounts to a common “Unspent CSR Pool” managed by India CSR Foundation for mega national projects.

9. AZB & Partners Advises on India’s Largest Buyout of 2025

AZB advised Blackstone on its $2.1 billion acquisition of a majority stake in a leading diagnostics chain – the biggest PE deal in Indian healthcare history.

10. DNLU Jabalpur Hosts First National Corporate Law Summit

On 15–16 November, Dharmashastra National Law University successfully organized its inaugural summit with sessions on ESG compliance, IBC reforms, and startup governance – attended by over 500 delegates.

Looking Ahead

With IPO frenzy, stressed asset resolution picking up pace, and continuous regulatory tightening, December 2025 and 2026 promise even more action for India’s corporate law ecosystem. Stay compliant, stay updated!

This blog is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a qualified lawyer for specific matters.