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Delhi High Court to hear Nayara lawsuit
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The Delhi High Court will hear Nayara Energy's lawsuit against SAP India on March 16.
Why it matters
Nayara Energy filed a petition in September after SAP India suspended services citing EU sanctions. The Court denied urgent relief earlier and scheduled a hearing for March 16. The European Union imposed sanctions on Nayara last year over ties to Russia and for refining Russian oil. SAP India contends it cannot provide services without support from its German parent company. SAP India notified Nayara on September 2, 2025 that it had suspended services to comply with EU sanctions, while Nayara argues its agreement is with the Indian entity and not subject to those sanctions.
Implications
- • Nayara's access to SAP-provided software remains suspended.
- • SAP India’s ability to resume services depends on support from its German parent company.
- • Interpretation of whether EU sanctions apply to a contract with an Indian entity will constrain contractual performance and service continuity.
Who is affected
- • Nayara Energy (refiner/operator)
- • SAP India and SAP SE (enterprise software vendor and German parent)
- • Corporate legal teams and IT/operations at energy refiners
What to watch
- • March 16 court hearing
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