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SC to decide forum for Google billing disputes
Questioning the app developers on whether their contracts with Google allowed them to opt out of its payment system and engage other payment service providers, a bench comprising Justices PS Narasimha and Alok Aradhe said that the commission, being a market regulator, ensured that goods and services were distributed effectively without exploitation. But for contracts where there was a promise and agreement in existence, its enforcement could be sought in a civil court only, it said.
CCI closes real money games-related case against Google
In 2022, Winzo Games Pvt Ltd filed a complaint against Google alleging restrictions for Real Money Games (RMG) on Google Play and about advertisement policy, among others. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) in 2024 ordered a detailed probe into the matter. Google made a commitment offering to address the anti-competition concerns, and the Online Gaming Act came into force from May 2026.
Supreme Court admits cross-appeals over NCLAT’s Google Play Store order
The Supreme Court has admitted cross-appeals from Google, CCI, and the Alliance of Digital India Foundation regarding the NCLAT's order on Google's Play Store policy. The appellate tribunal partially upheld findings that Google abused its dominant position, prompting challenges from both sides. The case, involving antitrust concerns and data-related directives, will be heard next in November.
Supreme Court to decide Google-CCI dispute finally on April 30
Google has challenged a part of the NCLAT’s March 29 order that upheld the Rs 1,337-crore fine imposed on it, and also quashing of six of the 10 directives that the anti-trust body imposed on the US search giant to change its business model for anti-competitive conduct in the Android ecosystem.
CCI probing Google, Apple for unfair business practices: chairperson Ravneet Kaur
The watchdog had ordered detailed investigations against Google with respect to its alleged abuse of dominance in the smart television segment and in the news content space. Further, the regulator had ordered an investigation against Apple for alleged anti-competitive practices with respect to its App Store.
Google-CCI standoff: Supreme Court posts case for final disposal on October 10
A Bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud said all the parties should complete and exchange their pleadings and replies by October 3.
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Android case: SC to hear pleas of Google, CCI related to Rs 1,338-crore fine on July 14
A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justice P S Narasimha took up the appeals and adjourned the hearing to next Friday after taking note of the submissions that senior advocate Harish Salve, representing one of the parties, was unavailable.
Google accuses CCI of protecting Amazon in Android probe
Google has told the Supreme Court that the Competition Commission of India relied on “unreliable and uncorroborated” statements from Amazon to pass orders against it for abuse of dominance in the Android market space.
CCI probes Google's user choice billing system
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Friday issued an order stating "it is of the opinion that an inquiry needs to be made."
Delhi HC issues notices on Google’s plea against ADIF order
ET reported on Tuesday that Google has appealed the single-judge order, which had asked CCI to consider the complaints on or before Wednesday (April 26), the date on which the user choice billing system becomes effective.
Google challenges Delhi HC ruling on ADIF petition
ADIF, which represents Indian startups such as Paytm, Matrimony, MapmyIndia and TrulyMadly, had filed a plea with the court earlier this month seeking an urgent CCI review of Google's new in-app purchase billing system.
Google in-app billing case: No immediate relief for ADIF; next hearing tomorrow
In its petition, ADIF had alleged that the antitrust regulator’s “inaction” on complaints filed against Google’s user choice billing (UCB) system has resulted in the tech company engaging in anti-competitive conduct.
Internet group ADIF urges CCI to review Google’s app billing system
ADIF made a representation to the CCI last week on this issue, in which it has urged the competition regulator to "look into these abusive dominance practices of Google on an urgent basis".
NCLAT upholds Rs 1,338-crore penalty imposed on Google by CCI
The NCLAT, an appellate authority for orders passed by the CCI, had started its hearing in the Android matter on February 15 following a directive by the Supreme Court.
Google's 'castle and moat' strategy is data hegemony: CCI tells NCLAT
The NCLAT started its hearing in the Android matter on February 15, following a direction of the Supreme Court. The apex court had directed the NCLAT to decide the appeal by March 31.
SC refuses to modify January order against Google in Android antitrust case
A Bench led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud said it would not make any changes to its January 19 order. “No clarification is required. Go argue in appeal” before the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal.
Google says reviewing SC decision, to cooperate with CCI on way forward
On Thursday, the Supreme Court refused Google interim relief and directed the tech giant to comply with the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal’s directive of depositing 10% of the CCI imposed fine.
Android case: SC refuses to stay CCI order against Google
On December 4, the NCLAT refused to stay the antitrust regulator’s order citing “lack of urgency”
NCLAT denies interim relief to Google on Rs 936 crore CCI order
The NCLAT agreed to hear Google on April 17 and asked the tech giant to deposit 10% of the CCI fine with the NCLAT registry within four weeks.
Google moves Supreme Court against NCLAT order refusing to stay CCI fine
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) in October fined the Alphabet Inc unit $161 million for exploiting its dominant position in the market for Android, which powers 97% of smartphones in India and is a key growth region for the US giant.
NCLAT refuses interim relief to Google against CCI order
The search giant is likely to challenge the tribunal’s refusal to grant interim stay in the Supreme Court, people aware of the matter said.
IndusOS, MapmyIndia back CCI verdict as Google alleges failure to conduct 'impartial' investigation
IndusOS came out in support of the CCI's verdict on Google after the search giant cast aspersions on the antitrust regulator’s investigation in its petition challenging the verdict in the NCLAT.
NCLAT orders Google to deposit 10% of Rs 1,337 crore CCI penalty
The next hearing is scheduled for February 13 on the issue of staying the penalty levied by CCI on Google in October and the final hearing is expected on April 3.
10,000 pages, a team of IIT professors & a Rs 1,300-crore fine for Google
A special investigation team from the CCI that probed the case also relied on technical help from faculties at IITs of Delhi, Bombay and Madras, given the complicated technical nature of the case.
Google puts on hold mandatory use of its billing system in India
Google says it’s reviewing legal options, ensuring it can continue to invest in Android, Play
Google fined Rs 936 crore in second antitrust penalty this month
CCI fined Google $113.04 million on Tuesday as it concluded yet another antitrust probe, finding the global tech giant guilty of abusing its dominant position to promote its payments app and in-app payment system
Google says CCI's decision a 'setback' for consumers, will evaluate next steps
Google said it will review the CCI's decision to impose the monetary penalty to evaluate the next steps. The CCI also ordered Google to change its approach to its Android platform
CCI probe finds Google’s Play Store billing guidelines ‘unfair’ and ‘discriminatory’
In addition, the regulator also examined allegations that Google used ‘‘search manipulation’ to push Google Pay. CCI has directed the Reserve Bank of India to look into the matter, the sources added.
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