Gayatri Balasamy v ISG Novasoft Technologies Ltd.: Redrawing the Lines for Award Modification in India
The recent decision in Gayatri Balasamy v. ISG Novasoft Technologies Ltd. has sparked fresh debate on whether Indian courts can go beyond setting aside arbitral awards and actually modify them.
In this article, Srishti Singhania examines the judgment of the Madras High Court, explains its reasoning, and highlights what it means for arbitration users in India and abroad. The piece also explores the delicate balance between judicial oversight and arbitral autonomy — a theme central to India’s evolving arbitration landscape.
