NCLT rejects IBC application against Firstcry subsidiary Globalbees
- NCLT rejected IBC application against Globalbees Brands on October 9, 2026
- Claim amount involved was ₹64.92 crore with 18% annual interest
- Application filed by Ashutosh Garg, Paritosh Garg, and Manju Agarwal
- Matter dismissed by NCLT New Delhi Bench under Section 7 of IBC

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Brainbees Solutions Limited announced that the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has rejected an insolvency application filed against its material subsidiary, Globalbees Brands Private Limited. The order, pronounced on October 9, 2026, dismisses the petition seeking resolution of a debt claim of ₹64.92 crore.
The rejection provides relief to the e-commerce major, as the proceedings were initiated under Section 7 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016. The application had been filed by Ashutosh Garg, Paritosh Garg, and Manju Agarwal, alleging an unpaid claim amounting to ₹64,92,38,997 along with interest at 18% per annum accruing from May 9, 2025.
Case Timeline and Details
The legal dispute dates back to June 17, 2025, when Brainbees Solutions first disclosed the filing of the application before the NCLT New Delhi Bench. The applicants sought initiation of the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) against Globalbees Brands, citing the alleged default on financial obligations.
Key details of the dismissed application include:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Applicant(s) | Ashutosh Garg, Paritosh Garg, Manju Agarwal |
| Respondent | Globalbees Brands Private Limited |
| Claim Amount | ₹64,92,38,997 |
| Interest Rate | 18% p.a. from May 9, 2025 |
| NCLT Order Date | October 9, 2026 |
| Disclosure Date | October 13, 2026 |
Regulatory Disclosure
In its filing to the stock exchanges, Brainbees Solutions stated that it received communication from Globalbees regarding the NCLT's decision. The tribunal's order was uploaded to its official website on October 13, 2026, leading to the public disclosure pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
The company confirmed that the matter stands dismissed following the rejection of the Section 7 application. This development concludes the specific insolvency proceeding initiated by these three individuals against the subsidiary.
Historical Stock Returns for Firstcry (Brainbees Solutions)
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +5.24% | +3.51% | +5.45% | -26.92% | -52.42% | -73.78% |
Will the applicants file an appeal against the NCLT's rejection order in the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT)?
How does the dismissal of this insolvency petition impact Brainbees Solutions' current credit rating and borrowing costs?
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