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ODR is often more suitable for disputes requiring faster resolution, lower cost, and flexibility, while courts remain necessary for complex and intricate legal disputes.

ODR is the digital process through which arbitration, mediation, conciliation, or negotiation can be conducted online using technology-enabled platforms.

Yes. ODR platforms use encrypted systems and secure processes to protect data and ensure confidentiality.

Online dispute resolution is suitable for all kinds of disputes that can be resolved through arbitration, mediation, negotiation or conciliation like contractual, commercial, consumer, family, matrimonial and service-related disputes where parties prefer a faster and more accessible resolution process.

Yes. Government bodies and the judiciary actively encourage ODR adoption to reduce court backlog and expand access to justice.

Delhi High Court Rules Email Delivery of Arbitral Awards Valid Under Arbitration Act.

Case Title: Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports v. Ernst and Young Pvt Ltd1Court: Delhi High CourtDate of Judgment: 23.08.2023

The Delhi High Court recently passed a judgment that has affirmed that the delivery of arbitral awards via email is valid under the Arbitration Act.

In a recent decision, the Delhi High Court stated that the delivery of a scanned, signed copy of an arbitral award via email falls squarely within the ambit of valid delivery as stipulated under Section 31(5) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.This decision clearly delineates the legal standing of electronic delivery methods in arbitration proceedings.

The court specifically stated that “The law has to keep its pace in tandem with the developing technology. When service by email is an accepted mode of service, then sending scanned signed copy of the award/order of the Arbitral Tribunal to the parties would be a valid delivery as envisaged under Section 31(5) of the Arbitration Act.”