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SC to hear Rani Kapur's restraining plea against Priya Kapur over RK Family Trust
The Supreme Court agreed to hear on May 14 an application by Rani Kapur seeking to restrain Priya Kapur and others from interfering with the RK Family Trust during mediation. Earlier, the court appointed ex-CJI DY Chandrachud as mediator on May 7 and urged open-minded mediation, with multiple timelines set for the ongoing dispute.
Why It Matters
This case centers on control of the RK Family Trust and related assets, highlighting a high-profile family dispute and the role of mediation in resolving complex asset and succession issues within a prominent business family.
Timeline
6 Events
Further mediation timeline set
August 6, 2026
The court posted the matter for August 6, awaiting the mediator's preliminary report and further proceedings.
Hearing scheduled on restraining application
May 14, 2026
The Supreme Court agreed to hear the application filed by Rani Kapur seeking directions to restrain Priya Kapur and others from interfering with the RK Family Trust during the pendency of mediation proceedings.
Hearing timeline and public conduct guidance clarified
May 12, 2026
The matter was mentioned before a bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and Ujjal Bhuyan; the bench listed the hearing for May 14 and advised the parties not to make public statements or post on social media to facilitate an amicable resolution.
Mediator appointment and mediation directive
May 7, 2026
The Supreme Court appointed former Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud as mediator in the dispute. The bench urged the parties to participate with an open mind and posted the matter for August 6, while noting mediation should be confined to the present matter.
SC seeks response on Rani Kapur's plea alleging fraud in the trust
April 27, 2026
The Supreme Court sought a response from Priya Kapur and others on the plea by Rani Kapur alleging that the RK Family Trust was formed through forged, fabricated, and fraudulent documents; the bench issued notice to Priya Kapur and others.
RK Family Trust constituted in Rani Kapur's name
October 2017
The RK Family Trust was constituted in October 2017 in the name of Rani Kapur, as referenced in the dispute over the family estate.