Recent Current Affairs related to CCI

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the internal restructuring of the JSW Group, involving JSW Steel Ltd (JSW Steel), JSW Projects Ltd (JSW Projects), and BMM Ispat Ltd (BMM).

Additionally, the CCI has authorized the acquisition of a 100% shareholding in Vishavari Tollway Pvt Ltd and 9 Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) that operate road assets in India by Concessoc 41 SAS.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the acquisition of equity share capital in IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Ltd by the France-based BNP Paribas Cardif.

In other news, the CCI has authorised the indirect acquisition of a majority stake and voting rights in Everllence SE (including its subsidiaries) by funds managed or advised by Bain Capital Investors, LLC. This acquisition involves a share transfer from Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft (Volkswagen) to the funds of Bain Capital Investors, LLC.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the acquisition of three cricket franchises, Rajasthan Royals (India), Paarl Royals (South Africa), and Barbados Royals (Barbados), by the UK-based Westview Cricket Ltd and Poonawalla Sports and Fitness Pvt Ltd, owned by Adar Cyrus Poonawalla.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the acquisition of a 23% equity shareholding in TM International Logistics Ltd by Tata Steel Ltd.

Additionally, the CCI has approved the acquisition of a specific equity shareholding in Bharti Life Insurance Company Ltd by Prudential Corporation Holdings Ltd.

The 16th BRICS Trade Ministers’ Meeting was held in Jaipur, Rajasthan, under India’s BRICS Chairship for 2026. Chaired by Union Minister Piyush Goyal, the meeting was held under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”.

Additionally, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) hosted the BRICS Heads of Competition Authorities meeting in Udaipur, Rajasthan. The event featured a collaborative study on the renewable energy sector, presentations on recent enforcement initiatives, and strategic planning for the 2027 conference in Brazil.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the merger of AAPC India Hotel Management Pvt Ltd (AAPC India), Caddie Hotels Pvt Ltd (Caddie), Triguna Hospitality Ventures (India) Pvt Ltd (Triguna), Srilanand Mansions Pvt Ltd (SMPL), Techpark Hotels Pvt Ltd (Techpark), and Accent Hotels Pvt Ltd (Accent) into InterGlobe Hotels Pvt Ltd (IGH).

Union Minister Giriraj Singh has presided over the 56th Foundation Day celebration of the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra.

During the event, the 'Kapas Darshan Bulletin' was launched, and modern farm equipment was distributed. The minister also announced the implementation roadmap for the ₹5,659-crore 'Cotton Productivity Mission–Kapas Kanti'. Additionally, 4 MoUs were signed during the proceedings.

The government has designated cotton as "White Gold" due to its pivotal role in supporting the livelihoods of farmers and stakeholders across the textile value chain.

India ranks 1st globally in cotton cultivation area, covering 114.84 lakh hectares (ha) or 38% of the world's total cotton area, and holds the 2nd position in both cotton production and consumption.

According to the Ministry of Textiles (MoT), India's cotton production is provisionally projected at 290.91 lakh bales or 4.95 MT for the 2025-26 period. India's total cotton exports were valued at $11.49 billion in FY25. It is to be noted that the USA is the largest destination for India's cotton fabrics and made-up exports, accounting for 26.35% of the total shipments.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the amalgamation of Go Digit Infoworks Services Pvt Ltd with Go Digit General Insurance Ltd, with the latter remaining as the surviving entity.

Additionally, the CCI has approved the acquisition of units of Oaktree Capital Group Holdings, LP (OCGH) and Oaktree Equity Plan, LP (OEP) by Brookfield Asset Management Ltd (BAM).

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has imposed a penalty of ₹126.87 crore on HP India and a combined fine of ₹1.22 crore on 5 of its resellers for operating a cartel in the sale and supply of personal system products like laptops, desktops, and accessories.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), has approved two major acquisition proposals.

Germany-based DWS Group has received approval to acquire a 40% stake in Nippon Life India Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) Management Limited (NIAIF) for approximately ₹733 crore.

An Aditya Birla Group-led consortium has acquired a 100% stake in Royal Challengers Sports Pvt Ltd (RCSPL), the owner of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) franchise, from United Spirits Ltd (USL) in an all-cash deal worth ₹16,660 crore. Following the acquisition, Aryaman Vikram Birla, Director at the Aditya Birla Group, has been appointed as the Chairman of the RCB franchise.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the proposal of Honda Motor Co Ltd to acquire an additional 21% stake in Astemo Ltd from Hitachi. With this, the stake of Honda in Astemo Ltd will increase to 61%, making it a subsidiary, while Hitachi and JIC Capital will retain 19% and 20% stakes, respectively.

In another acquisition, Bharti Airtel has acquired a 16.3% stake in Airtel Africa from ICIL for ₹28,200 crore. This transaction increases the total shareholding of Bharti Airtel in Airtel Africa to 79%.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the subscription of equity shareholding in Axis Finance Ltd by Kedaara Pearl Holding and Kedaara Capital Fund IV AIF.

The CCI has also approved the acquisition of PGIM India Asset Management Pvt Ltd and PGIM India Trustees Pvt Ltd by TVS Emerald Ltd and TVS Venu Management and Consultancy Services Pvt Ltd.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the acquisition of a 2.8% stake in Shriram Life Insurance Company Ltd (SLIC) by Sanlam Emerging Markets (Mauritius) Ltd (SEMM) through a preferential issue.

Additionally, the commission has approved the acquisition of a 29.06% stake in PUMA SE by Ancat Holding GmbH, an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of ANTA, via a secondary share purchase.

Dhanendra Kumar, the first chairman of the Competition Commission of India (CCI), passed away at the age of 80.

Adani Power has signed agreements to acquire a 24% stake in Jaiprakash Power Ventures Ltd (JPVL) and thermal assets from Jaiprakash Associates for ₹4,193.59 crore. The acquisition is part of a resolution plan approved by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) and upheld by the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT).