The outgoing Chief Justice of India disclosed that a retired High Court Chief Justice had attempted to influence a judicial member of the NCLAT in a corporate matter. As the implicated judge retired before a formal inquiry could be commenced, the issue has been placed before the new CJI Surya Kant for administrative action.

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India on 21 November 2025 issued the Second Guidelines for preparing a structured panel of Insolvency Professionals for appointments from January to June 2026. The framework standardises eligibility, zonal distribution, AFA validity, sorting criteria, and acceptance obligations, aiming to reduce delays and strengthen the efficiency of appointments under the IBC.

The IBBI issued draft guidelines on 19 November 2025 to standardise valuation under the IBC, introducing uniform documentation requirements and asset-specific valuation formats to enhance transparency, consistency, and reliability in insolvency proceedings. Stakeholder comments are invited until 10 December 2025.

The Supreme Court clarified that Chartered Accountants cannot be required to possess 25 years of experience to be eligible for appointment as Technical Members in tribunals, declaring the requirement unconstitutional and extending parity with earlier rulings concerning advocates.

The Appellate Tribunal held that a PRA who fails to submit a plan within time loses locus to challenge CoC decisions, and only timely, substantively relevant objections may be considered under Section 31 scrutiny.

IBBI’s Discussion Paper dated 17 November 2025 proposes sweeping reforms to strengthen CIRP transparency, including mandatory inclusion of allottees in the Information Memorandum, enhanced disclosure of receivables and attached assets, observer participation in CoC meetings, and mandatory reasoning when recommending liquidation despite viable plans.

NCLT Hyderabad clarified that foreign citizenship does not exempt a personal guarantor from IBC obligations. Deemed rejection of repayment plans under Section 115(2) allows initiation of bankruptcy proceedings under Section 121.

IBBI’s Circular dated 18 November 2025 introduces heightened due-diligence duties for Resolution Professionals under Section 29A of the IBC. The directive mandates strict verification of eligibility, documentation of findings, and compulsory placement of a detailed compliance note before the CoC, reinforcing transparency and reducing post-approval litigation in CIRP.

The IBBI’s 17 November 2025 Discussion Paper proposes mandatory minimum shareholding requirements for directors and partners of Insolvency Professional Entities, aiming to strengthen governance, accountability, and professional independence across India’s insolvency ecosystem.

The Supreme Court ruled that Cumulative Redeemable Preference Shares (CRPS) issued in satisfaction of past dues are share capital and not financial debt, as their redemption is restricted under Section 55 of the Companies Act. With no default occurring, the CRPS holder lacked standing to initiate proceedings under Section 7 of the IBC.