NIRMA INDUSTRIES LTD. vs DIRECTOR GENERAL OF INVESTIGATION & REGISTRATION

The Supreme Court, in this case, addressed an appeal under Section 99 of the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Act, 1969, challenging a cease and desist order issued under Section 36-D for unfair trade practices as defined in Section 36A(3)(a). The Court held that the promotional scheme by the appellant, which involved a lottery for prizes, constituted unfair trade practices as it misled consumers and harmed competition. The judgment affirmed the Commission's order, emphasizing the need for transparency in promotional schemes.