With the introduction of settlement and mediation under Section 48A of the Competition Act, India’s antitrust regime has entered a new phase. While mediation promises efficiency and reduced litigation, it also risks concealing anti-competitive conduct if left unchecked. This article examines recent judicial developments, global practices, and the need to balance private settlements with effective competition enforcement.

As India’s space sector opens to private players, competition law emerges as a crucial safeguard against monopolies and market distortion. This article examines how antitrust principles apply to India’s evolving space ecosystem, drawing lessons from global models and analysing the roles of ISRO, startups, and regulators in building a fair, innovation-driven space economy.

The Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023 introduced Leniency Plus to strengthen cartel detection in India by rewarding disclosures of multiple cartels. While the regime promises enhanced enforcement and cooperation, it also risks creating perverse incentives, strategic silence, and regulatory uncertainty. This article critically examines whether Leniency Plus is a powerful enforcement tool or a double-edged sword in Indian competition law.