The Reserve Bank of India (‘RBI’) as a part of its continued efforts has been taking effective measures to promote ease of doing business in India. Pursuant to the same, as announced in the RBI’s Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies dated 1 October 2025, the RBI released the Draft Foreign Exchange Management (Establishment in India of a Branch or Office) Regulations, 2025 (‘Draft Regulations’) on 3 October 2025. The Draft Regulations mark a transition to an investor friendly legal framework and easier access to Indian market.

In a case involving interpretation of Section 3(i) of the Patents Act, 1970, the Delhi High Court has observed that a nuanced interpretation is warranted – one that excludes only those methods which directly implicate professional judgment and involve invasive or high-risk procedures, while allowing for the patenting of ancillary tools, devices, and non-invasive methods, especially those practiced in vitro or outside the human/animal body. According to the Court, such an approach would uphold the delicate balance between incentivising innovation in health-related technology and preserving unhindered access to performing essential medical procedures.

The Bombay High Court has upheld the contention of the assessee that in absence of any saving clause in the omission of Rules 89(4B) and 96(10) of the Central Goods and Service Tax Rules, 2017, all pending proceedings, in respect of non-compliance with the conditions prescribed in the said Rules, would stand lapsed.