Authority: Supreme Court of India

Order Date: 13-08-2026

Case Overview

  • Parties: Confederation of Indian Alcoholic Beverage Companies (appellant) vs. Competition Commission of India and others (respondents).
  • Proceedings: Civil Appeal No. 10024/2026 was called for hearing on 13 August 2026 before a two‑judge bench.
  • Bench: Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Kumar and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva.
  • Counsel for Appellant: Mr. Amit Sibal (Senior Advocate) and a team of advocates from Khaitan & Co. and others.
  • Counsel for Respondent: Not specified; the order was issued upon hearing counsel.

Order Details

  • The Court directed that a notice be issued in the matter.
  • The notice is returnable on 23 September 2026.
  • Service of the notice shall be effected by all modes, including dasti (hand‑delivery).
  • The order was signed by Court officials Babita Pandey and Preeti Saxena, AR‑cum‑PS Court Master (NSH).

Final Outcome

  • The immediate outcome is the issuance of a notice with a return date of 23 September 2026, with service to be carried out through all possible channels, ensuring the respondents are formally notified of the proceedings.

Topics: Competition Law, Alcoholic Beverage Industry