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Arbitration is widely used in domestic and international transactions because of its flexibility, confidentiality, procedural efficiency, and the ability to appoint subject-matter experts as arbitrators.
We at Acara, represent clients in domestic and international arbitration proceedings across a broad range of sectors, including infrastructure, construction, mining, energy, and commercial transactions. Our experience extends to disputes arising from shareholder agreements, supply arrangements, BOT contracts, and other commercial relationships.
We assist clients at every stage of the arbitral process, including pre-dispute strategy, interim relief proceedings, conduct of arbitration, enforcement of awards, and challenges to arbitral decisions. Our approach combines rigorous legal analysis with a practical understanding of the commercial realities underlying each dispute.
Key Cases:
Represented Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Ltd. (DFCCIL) in dispute pertaining to the adjudication of Contractor’s entitlement to compensation for additional cost incurred due to change in law before Dispute Adjudication Board.
Successfully represented Hindalco Industries Ltd. in high stake arbitration inter alia involving complex legal issues of non-signatories being party to institutional arbitration; ownership and title of assets; delivery and possession of assets and performance under the franchise agreement executed between the parties.
Represented Centrient Pharmaceuticals India Private Limited., an Indian subsidiary of a Dutch pharmaceutical company, in challenging an award passed in favour of Hindustan Antibiotics Limited, in an arbitration initiated under a Joint Venture Agreement entered for the manufacture of penicillin.
Environmental law regulates the interaction between commercial activities and the natural environment. It encompasses issues relating to pollution control, environmental clearances, sustainability requirements, conservation measures, and the regulatory obligations applicable to industrial and infrastructure projects.
At Acara, we advise clients on environmental compliance, regulatory approvals, and disputes arising under environmental legislations. Our work includes matters involving environmental clearances, pollution-control requirements, fly ash utilisation, mining operations, industrial projects, and environmental impact assessments.
We represent clients before environmental authorities, regulatory bodies, tribunals, and courts in matters involving compliance challenges, enforcement actions, and project approvals. Our approach seeks to balance operational objectives with environmental obligations and regulatory expectations.
Key Cases:
Representing Ultratech Cement Ltd., Ambuja Cement Ltd. before the Hon’ble Supreme Court in appeals challenging orders passed by NGT levying environment damage compensation for alleged non compliances.
Successfully represented Hindalco Industries Limited before the Hon’ble Supreme Court by filing Civil Appeal No. 4529 of 2022 inter alia challenging judgment dated 18.01.2022 passed by NGT, Principal Bench in OA No. 164/2018. NGT vide the impugned judgment adopted the recommendations made by an expert committee and it was recommended that environmental compensation be imposed. No opportunity to object to the expert committee recommendations was provided.
Successfully represented Hindalco Industries Ltd. before the Eastern Zone Bench of the NGT in Hindalco Industries Limited v. Odisha Pollution Control Board & Ors, Appeal No. 12/2023 leading to a judgment on 03.07.2023 wherein the NGT was pleased to allow Hindalco’s appeal and set aside the impugned direction of the State Pollution Control Board imposing financial penalty of INR 13 crores for alleged illegal disposal of hazardous waste as non est and illegal for having proceeded without the mandatory prior approval of the Central Pollution Control Board.
We track developments in key environment cases including MC Mehta, T.N. Godavarman, Ashwani Dubey, Common Cause.
Insolvency and bankruptcy law provides a structured framework for resolving financial distress, reorganising viable businesses, and maximising value for creditors and stakeholders.
Acara represents financial creditors, operational creditors, corporate debtors, and other stakeholders in insolvency and restructuring proceedings. Our work includes insolvency initiation, resolution processes, claims management, avoidance transactions, and insolvency-related litigation.
We regularly appear before the National Company Law Tribunal, the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal, and higher courts in matters arising under the insolvency framework. Our focus is on protecting stakeholder interests while pursuing commercially effective solutions to financial distress.
Key Cases:
Successfully represented Hindalco Industries Ltd. leading to the landmark judgement passed by the NCLAT on 09.01.2023, the NCLAT in Hindalco Industries Limited v. Hirakud Industrial Works Ltd. Company Appeals 42 and 43 of 2022 setting aside the NCLT’s judgement approving the Resolution Plan and (1) imposing INR 50 lacs penalty each on the Corporate Debtor and Financial Creditors under S. 65 IBC on findings of fraudulent and malicious initiation of CIRP; (2) directing investigation against the Resolution Professional for material irregularities in conduct of CIRP and (3) quashing the approval of SRA’s Resolution Plan. The NCLAT found that a common group of companies were the “controlling mind” behind all entities involved in the CIRP which had indulged in “gaming” the IBC with ulterior motives.
Representing around 700 Fixed Deposit holders before the Hon’ble Supreme Court in a matter challenging the Resolution Plan of Dewan Housing Finance Ltd. approved by NCLT in favour of Piramal Capital & Housing Finance Ltd and upheld by the Appellate Tribunal.
Advised and represented a major NBFC in proceedings initiated by a Financial Creditor under the provisions of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. These proceedings initiated before the National Company Law Tribunal is the second such petition to be admitted and settled (in full) before the Principal Bench of the National Company Law Tribunal at New Delhi.
The electricity and energy sector is governed by a specialised legal and regulatory framework that addresses power generation, transmission, distribution, consumption, and transition towards renewable energy. The sector involves continuous interaction between market participants, regulators, utilities, and consumers.
At Acara, we advise and represent clients on a broad range of electricity and energy matters involving conventional and renewable power projects. Our work includes disputes relating to tariffs, open access, renewable purchase obligations, transmission issues, captive power generation, and regulatory compliance.
We regularly represent clients before electricity regulatory commissions, appellate authorities, arbitral tribunals, and courts. Our sector-specific experience enables us to provide practical legal solutions in an industry shaped by evolving regulation and policy developments.
Key Cases:
Advised Hindalco Industries Ltd. on the issue of Renewable Purchase Obligations under various State regulations and in respect of notifications dated 01.02.2019 and 01.10.2019 by the Ministry of Power and their impact on the Captive generating plants (CGP’s) being managed by Hindalco throughout India.
Representing Hindalco Industries Ltd. before Hon’ble Supreme Court in proceedings challenging the levy of Parallel Operation Charges on Captive Generating Plants by regulatory agencies in Madhya Pradesh.
Represented Hindalco Industries Ltd. before Hon’ble High Court of Allahabad for grant of Short-Term Open Access to its captive power plant at Renukoot.
Representing Hindalco Industries Ltd. before Hon’ble High Court of Bombay challenging the levy of ‘Tax on Sale of Electricity’
Advising and representing clients in seeking refunds of Additional Surcharge (ASC) / Cross Subsidy Surcharge (CSS) wherever applicable. In this exercise filing petitions under Section 142 of Electricity Act 2003 before various electricity regulatory commissions.
Securities law governs the raising of capital, operation of securities markets, and conduct of listed companies and market participants. The regulatory framework seeks to promote transparency, investor confidence, and market integrity.
Acara helps companies, promoters, investors, intermediaries, and stakeholders on a broad range of securities law matters. Our experience includes disclosure obligations, insider trading regulations, takeover laws, corporate governance requirements, and regulatory investigations.
We represent clients before regulatory authorities and appellate forums while helping them navigate compliance obligations and enforcement proceedings.
Key Cases:
Successfully defended NSE Clearing Limited before the NCLAT in IAs were filed by IL&FS Securities Services Ltd. (ISSL) thereby seeking a direction from NCLAT to restrain Investor Grievance Redressal Committee (IGRC) of NSE Clearing Limited from commencing, continuing and disposing off proceedings against ISSL.
Representing NSE Clearing Limited before the Hon’ble Supreme Court in the ongoing case of Edelweiss Custodial Services v. NSE Clearing Limited & Anr., Civil Appeal 31 of 2024.
Represented Neera Saggi in the first round of litigation as well as upon remand before NCLT, Mumbai in matter relating to impleadment of former directors, independent directors and auditors of IL&FS Financial Services Limited (IFIN) in CP No. 3638 of 2018 based on an SFIO report filed with respect to the affairs of IFIN.
Disputes are an inevitable aspect of commercial activity, business relationships, and regulatory interactions.
At Acara, we represent clients in a broad spectrum of commercial, civil, Constitutional, and regulatory disputes. Our practice spans proceedings before the Supreme Court, various High Courts, district courts, and specialised tribunals across diverse sectors and industries.
We work closely with clients to develop effective litigation strategies tailored to their objectives, the nature of the dispute, and the commercial realities involved. Our focus remains on delivering clear, practical, and outcome-oriented representation.
Key Cases:
Successfully represented Century Cement Education Society before the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in case involving termination of services of a physical education trainer from a school run by the society.
Representing Hyatt in an appeal before Maharashtra State Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission against an order passed by the DCF. In its majority order DCF had concluded deficiency of service on the part of Hyatt, despite the respondent not availing the service and cancelling the booking prior to the scheduled date.
Successfully represented a renowned start-up company (National Award Winner in Technology Start-up) WellRX Technologies Ltd. in oil and gas sector in Tripura High Court against the banning order passed by ONGC, which also led to restoration of contract by ONGC.
Handling Consumer complaints for clients including Godrej Properties Pvt Ltd, Flipkart, WS Retails and its subsidiaries and also for individuals before District Consumer Dispute Redressal Forum, State Consumer Forum and National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission.
Represented All India Tennis Association in a writ petition before the Delhi High Court alleging violations of the Sports Code and a judgment passed by the Division Bench of the Delhi High Court interpreting the Sports Code.
Legal issues frequently arise during project development, execution, operation, and completion.
We at Acara, assist developers, contractors, concessionaires, project owners, and investors involved in infrastructure and construction projects across sectors including aviation, highways, railways, civil construction, energy, mining, urban development, and industrial infrastructure.
Our work includes disputes relating to EPC contracts, delay claims, cost overruns, change-in-law issues, project termination, and regulatory approvals. We assist clients in managing risks and resolving disputes efficiently throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Cases:
Representing Hindalco Industries Limited before the Hon’ble Orissa High Court in matter pertaining to use of Private Railway Siding at Hirakud.
Representing UltraTech Cement Limited before the Supreme Court and the Madhya Pradesh High Court to protect the rights of UltraTech Cement Limited on its private railway siding at Maihar Cement Plant.
Mining and natural resources law governs the exploration, extraction, development, and utilisation of mineral and natural resources.
Acara advises mining companies, project developers, industrial consumers, and other stakeholders on legal and regulatory issues affecting mining and natural resource operations. Our work includes matters involving mining leases, mineral concessions, regulatory approvals, royalty disputes, imposition of various taxes, fees, cesses and other charges by state governments on mining activity, government actions, and environmental compliance.
We represent clients before regulatory authorities, tribunals, arbitral tribunals, various High Courts and the Supreme Court in disputes involving mining operations and resource development. Our experience allows us to provide integrated advice at the intersection of mining, environmental, and regulatory law.
Key Cases:
Successfully represented Hindalco Industries Ltd. in 11 writ petitions filed before the Jharkhand High Court at Ranchi challenging demands raised by the State Government under S. 21(5) of the MMDR Act, 1957 pursuant to the Hon’ble Supreme Court’s judgment in Common Cause vs. UOI WP(C) No. 114 of 2014 defining “illegal mining”. The demands have been quashed on the ground that the District Mining Officers acted without delegation of powers under S. 21(5).
Advising Ultratech Cement Limited on issues relating to mining lease lapse for limestone mine situated in Uttar Pradesh.
Advised Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO) on process of surrender of mine as per the MMDR Act, 1957 and rules made thereunder.
Represented Ultratech Cement Limited in challenge to a Government Order dated 04.05.2023 issued by the State of Andhra Pradesh and a consequential Notice dated 06.10.2025 issued by the Director of Mines & Geology, directing UTCL to pay Rs. 44,64,79,500/- for procuring lateral mineral from outside the State of Andhra Pradesh.
As industries become increasingly regulated, businesses must navigate complex legal frameworks governing licensing, compliance, operations, and interactions with governmental and statutory bodies.
At Acara, we advise and represent clients on a wide range of commercial and regulatory issues across regulated sectors. Our work involves disputes and advisory matters relating to government policies, regulatory actions, statutory levies, industrial operations, licensing frameworks, and sector-specific compliance obligations.
We regularly assist clients in engaging with regulators, challenging adverse administrative actions, and managing regulatory risks that may affect business operations. Our objective is to provide commercially practical solutions while ensuring compliance with evolving legal and regulatory requirements.
Key Cases:
Successfully defended Hindalco Industries Ltd. before the Hon’ble Supreme Court in an SLP filed by the State of Uttar Pradesh challenging the judgment passed by the High Court of Allahabad holding that the levy of transit fee on coal transported by means of Aerial Rope Way and Belt Pipe Conveyor was not within the modes of transportation prescribed by the UP Transit of Timber and other Forest Produce Rules, 1978 upon which transit fee can be levied.
Representing UltraTech Cement Ltd. in a challenge before the Madhya Pradesh High Court to an order under Section 40 and 48A of the Indian Stamps Act, 1899 passed by the Collector of Stamps imposing a demand of INR 297.66 crore on an scheme of arrangement sanctioned by NCLT and which provided acquisition of assets as a going concern on slump-exchange basis. The demand has been stayed by the High Court in appeal and the matter is pending final hearing.
Representing Hindalco Industries Ltd. before the Allahabad High Court and Supreme Court in issues arising out of raising of demand for interest on unpaid entry tax during the period that entry tax demands were stayed by the Supreme Court subject to deposit of bank guarantee.
The pharmaceutical and food sector operates within a highly regulated environment designed to ensure public safety, product quality, and compliance with statutory standards. Legal issues in this sector often involve licensing, product approvals, pricing controls, regulatory oversight, and market access.
We at Acara support pharmaceutical companies, healthcare businesses, medical device manufacturers, and industry stakeholders on regulatory and dispute-related matters. Our work includes issues concerning licensing requirements, product approvals, compliance obligations, pricing regulations, and interactions with regulatory authorities.
We assist clients in understanding and navigating the legal framework governing healthcare and pharmaceutical operations while managing regulatory risks and supporting commercial objectives.
Key Cases:
Represented Jemburkt Pharmaceuticals Ltd. and Pharm Products Private Ltd. in challenge to notifications banning Fixed Dose Combinations.
Advised and represented the IDMA (Indian Drug Manufacturers’ Association) and FOPE (Foundation of Pharma Entrepreneurs) before the Hon’ble High Court and Hon’ble Supreme Court in a matter pertaining to “Product Approval” for Food Business Operators (FBOs). The resultant order passed by the Hon’ble Supreme Court in this matter has led to the Product Approval Advisories being set to naught.
Successfully represented IDMA (Indian Drug Manufacturers’ Association) and FOPE (Foundation of Pharma Entrepreneurs) for the entire industry before the Hon’ble Delhi High Court and Hon’ble Supreme Court in challenging the order of the Central Government by which it had banned 344 fixed dose combinations drugs overnight.
White-collar matters involve allegations relating to fraud, corruption, economic offences, financial misconduct, regulatory violations, and other offences carrying significant legal and reputational consequences.
At Acara, we represent individuals, senior executives, professionals, and corporate entities in criminal investigations, prosecutions, and enforcement proceedings. Our experience includes matters involving economic offences, regulatory breaches, fraud allegations, and corporate misconduct investigations.
We assist clients at every stage of the process, from pre-trial proceedings to trials, appeals, and related regulatory actions. Our approach focuses on protecting legal rights while developing effective defence strategies tailored to the circumstances of each case.
Key Cases:
Defended Mr. A Raja in the 2G Spectrum Case Trial and representing him in the Appeal before The High Court of Delhi.
Successfully represented and discharged Hindalco Industries Ltd. before CBI special court against all the allegations by CBI including unauthorized use of coal from one of its coal blocks in Odisha.
Advising and representing a Non – Executive Independent Director in one of the subsidiaries of IL&FS. We have successfully advised and represented our client in proceedings before the Hon’ble Supreme Court for protection from an asset freeze order issued by the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal. The dispute arose on account of the impleadment of our client, in oppression and mismanagement proceedings initiated against IL&FS and its subsidiaries.
Land acquisition sector often involves the interplay of regulatory approvals, governmental actions, contractual arrangements, and property rights.
At Acara, we advise developers, landowners, investors, corporations, and public sector entities on matters relating to land acquisition, title disputes, development projects, regulatory approvals, and real estate transactions.
Key Cases:
Successfully defended EMIL Mines and Mineral Resources Limited before the Madhya Pradesh High Court, at Jabalpur in a writ petition challenging notification issued under Section 11 of Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 (R&R Act, 2013) on the ground that that the said notification is issued without jurisdiction and the applicability of R&R Act, 2013 is barred for land acquisition for coal mining purposes.
Handling the litigation matters relating to Land acquisition for Bandha Coal block allocated to EMIL Mines and Mineral Resources Limited.
Advising Hindalco Industries Limited in land acquisition of Meenakshi Coal Block situated in Orissa.
Telecommunications law regulates the provision and operation of communication networks, digital infrastructure, broadcasting services, and emerging technologies.
Acara advises telecom operators, technology companies, and stakeholders on regulatory, contractual, and dispute-related matters. Our work includes licensing issues, spectrum-related concerns, infrastructure sharing arrangements, regulatory compliance, and disputes involving governmental authorities.
We assist clients in understanding and responding to legal developments affecting the telecommunications ecosystem while supporting business continuity and growth.
Key Cases:
Advising and representing India’s leading telecom service provider before the Hon’ble Supreme Court in a challenge to One Time Spectrum Charges (OTSC) demanded by the government.
Our Labour & Employment practice involves advising and representing companies across India in a broad spectrum of employment and industrial relations disputes. We regularly appear before Labour Courts, Industrial Tribunals, High Courts, and the Supreme Court of India, providing strategic and result-oriented representation to employers in complex labour litigation.
We act for companies in disputes involving illegal strikes, lockouts, disciplinary proceedings, termination and dismissal of workmen, reinstatement claims, domestic enquiries, contract labour issues, and industrial disputes arising under labour and employment laws.
Key Cases:
We represent Hindalco Industries Ltd. and UltraTech Cement Ltd. in their pan India (Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh) disputes with workers’ unions’ challenging the amendment to certified standing orders to raise the age of retirement in violation of settlement arrived at between the management and the unions.
We represent Hindalco Industries Ltd in labour court proceedings in State of Odisha involving disputes such as illegal strike, termination of workman etc.
Representing Hindalco Industries Limited’s aviation division in a workman claim filed by one Neale Mhatre who formerly employed as a pilot in the aviation division of Hindalco. The dispute in the matter is whether Mr. Mhatre is a workman under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1957 and is he eligible for any payment despite receiving all severance benefits.
Corporate advisory practice focuses on helping businesses navigate legal, regulatory, and strategic issues that arise throughout the lifecycle of an enterprise.
At Acara, we advise companies, promoters, investors, family-owned businesses, and management teams on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters. Our work includes corporate structuring, governance frameworks, shareholder relationships, commercial contracts, business reorganisations, joint ventures, investment transactions, and regulatory compliance.
We work closely with clients to provide practical and commercially informed advice tailored to their business needs. By combining legal expertise with an understanding of industry and market dynamics, we assist clients in making informed decisions, managing risk, and supporting long-term growth and value creation.
Key Cases:
Drafting and managing contracts for EGIS India Consulting Engineers Pvt Ltd, Medlife Wellness Retail Pvt. Ltd and other corporate clients.
Advising EGIS India Consulting Engineers Pvt Ltd on their employment policy, blacklisting by PSUs, Social Media Policy, employee disputes etc.
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