The article discusses the applicability of the Group of Companies doctrine by courts when they are exercising jurisdiction under Section 11 of the Arbitration Act.
Powers under Section 17, Arbitration Act have come at par with those under Section 9 after an amendment. However, Section 17 powers of arbitral tribunals do not carry the same impact as those of courts under Section 9.
Delhi-based disputes boutique AKS Partners has expanded its Asian footprint with a new office in Dubai, becoming at least the fifth Indian law firm to open in the Middle East finance hub this year.