Insolvency reprieve on the cards for business leaders – My Business

Tough insolvency rules could be relaxed, according to a federal minister, as the government looks to reduce the number of businesses pushed prematurely into insolvency. Speaking to a recent industry conference, financial services minister Kelly ODwyer said the onus should be on supporting businesses to survive and grow, not on penalising difficulties. The government believes…

In relief to homebuyers, govt likely to tweak bankruptcy code – Hindustan Times

The central government is likely to step in to protect the interest of homebuyers whose investments face uncertainty when bankruptcy proceedings are filed against builders. The government is considering two options. First, amend the bankruptcy law so that homebuyers do not lose out to banks and financial institutions when a defaulting builders properties are liquidated…

Tamil Nadu police starts probe into chit cheating case – Deccan Chronicle

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Tamil Nadu police initiated a preliminary inquiry against Nirmal Krishna Nidhi Limited at Palukal on the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border area of Kanayakumari district after protests by investors turned violent on Friday. Hundreds of investors, both from Kerala and Tamil Nadu, have been gathering in front of the firm since Thursday. By Friday, the number…