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Notification about member shortage fake, NCLAT issues statement

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) New Delhi on August 9 issued a statement that the notification circulating on Whatsapp regarding member shortage was fake and should be ignored.

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Bombay HC deems that the wrongdoings of Government workers cannot go unpunished

While hearing an appeal by a former MSRTC bus conductor against an order directing for the termination of services of the appellant, the Bombay High Court observed, “The approach in this country of believing that when one works for government no action can ever be taken no matter how persistently one is found to be doing wrong is an approach that needs to now stop as fast as possible."

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The Department of Commerce announces new rules for Work from Home for SEZs

The Department of Commerce has notified the addition of a new rule viz., Rule 43A to the Work from Home in Special Economic Zones Rules, 2006, on 19 July 2022. The new rule has been appended in response to demands from the industry for a standardized country-wide provision for Work from Home (WFH) across all SEZs.

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Lawyers’ petition to the Supreme court claiming State Emblem installed atop Central Vista unconstitutional

Since its inauguration, the Emblem installed atop the Central Vista has equally caught vary sideways glances as well as uproars of appreciation. While many onlookers find the new roaring lions version of the emblem endearing and symbolic of India’s progressive march towards economic and social development, many others find it distasteful, impudent and insulting to the founding beliefs of the country. Two lawyers of the latter belief have moved to the Supreme Court claiming that the statue in question, is illegal and a gross insult to the National Symbol.

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Anti-Ragging Laws in India

Ragging or bullying is seen as a crime and is a punishable offence under various institutional and state laws India. Section 26(1)(g) of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956, provides the University Grants Commission (UGC) the authority to establish regulations for the maintenance of standards and the co-ordination of work or facilities in Universities. Firm directives have been provided by the UGC to Indian Institutes to establish strict anti-ragging policies.

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CCPA Guidelines for the prevention of false or misleading advertisements and making endorsements relating thereto

15 Companies withdrew ads in the effect of CCPA's new Guidelines for the prevention of false or misleading advertisements. The new guidelines are aimed at ensuring that consumers are not being fooled with unsubstantiated claims, exaggerated promises, misinformation, and false claims because, such advertisements violate various rights of consumers like the right to be informed, the right to choose, and the right to be safeguarded against potentially unsafe products and services.

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The Department of Commerce announces new rules for Work from Home for SEZs

The Department of Commerce has notified the addition of a new rule viz., Rule 43A to the Work from Home in Special Economic Zones Rules, 2006, on 19 July 2022. The new rule has been appended in response to demands from the industry for a standardized country-wide provision for Work from Home (WFH) across all SEZs.

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29/10/2026, 21 hours ago

Jammu & Kashmir High Court Grants Anticipatory Bail in Alleged False Promise of Marriage Case, Citing Relationship Circumstances and Personal Liberty

Introduction: The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has granted anticipatory bail to a 23-year-old man, Ikram Tahir, and his 44-year-old mother, Saira Khatoon, who were accused in a case involving allegations of sexual relations on the false promise of marriage and abetment. Justice M. A. Chowdhary considered the circumstances described by the complainant, […]

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29/10/2026, 21 hours ago

Kerala High Court Allows Cyber Fraud Victim to Operate and Close Frozen Bank Account Despite ₹1.16 Crore Lien

Introduction: The Kerala High Court has granted relief to a woman who claimed to have been defrauded through an online loan scam, directing Axis Bank to permit her to operate and close her bank account despite 21 requisitions seeking a freeze over transactions amounting to ₹1,16,32,892. The Court held that, on the materials placed before […]

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29/10/2026, 1 day ago

Karnataka High Court Protects TV Broadcasters From Coercive Action Over 2% Welfare Cess, Questions Compliance With Levy Framework

Introduction: The Karnataka High Court has directed the State Government not to take any coercive steps against television broadcasters challenging the imposition of a 2% welfare cess under the Karnataka Cine and Cultural Activists (Welfare) Act, 2024, as amended in 2026. The interim protection was granted by Justice H. T. Narendra Prasad on October 28, […]

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J&K High Court Directs IGNOU to Reconsider Regularisation Claims of Contractual and Daily-Wage Employees at Srinagar Regional Centre
Supreme Court Rules Multiple Life Sentences Cannot Run Consecutively, Allows Superimposition to Preserve Separate Sentences
Punjab and Haryana High Court: Accused in Offences Not Punishable With 10 Years’ Imprisonment Cannot Be Declared a Proclaimed Offender Under Section 84(4) BNSS
Karnataka High Court: Five-Year Delay and Acquiescence Weigh Against Wife’s Plea to Transfer Divorce Proceedings
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28/10/2026, 2 days ago

Karnataka High Court: Civil Disputes Do Not Bar Criminal Probe Into Alleged ₹143 Crore Investment Fraud Over Trademark Rights

Introduction: The Karnataka High Court has refused to quash a criminal case registered against the promoters of Tanvi Fitness Private Limited, the company managing the ‘MyFitness’ brand, over allegations that they induced Mensa Brand Technologies Pvt. Ltd. to invest ₹143 crore by concealing restrictions on the company’s trademark rights. The Court held that the existence […]

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28/10/2026, 2 days ago

Madhya Pradesh High Court: Mere Naming in Suicide Note Insufficient for Abetment Charge Without Evidence of Instigation or Intentional Aid

Introduction: The Madhya Pradesh High Court has held that the death of a minor by suicide, even when accompanied by a suicide note naming certain individuals, does not automatically establish the offence of abetment of suicide under Section 107 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS). The prosecution must still disclose the essential ingredients of […]

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28/10/2026, 2 days ago

Kerala High Court: Article 226 Powers to Order FIR or Investigation Cannot Be Curtailed by Statutory Restrictions

Introduction: The Kerala High Court has reaffirmed that statutory restrictions imposed on investigative agencies cannot take away or dilute the constitutional powers of a High Court under Article 226 of the Constitution of India. Where the materials placed before it disclose a cognizable offence warranting investigation, the High Court retains the authority to direct registration […]

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Jammu & Kashmir High Court: Section 528 BNSS Cannot Be Used to Bypass Bar on Second Revision; 90 Days Is Reasonable Time to Approach Court
Karnataka High Court: Baseless Allegations of Mental Illness Against Spouse Amount to Cruelty, Violate Dignity Under Article 21
Madhya Pradesh High Court: Allegations About Mother’s Character Alone Cannot Justify Search Warrant to Recover Child Under Section 97 CrPC
Supreme Court: Third Parties Can Resist Execution of Civil Decrees Under Order XXI CPC Without Filing a Separate Suit
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28/10/2026, 2 days ago

Supreme Court: Cross-Examination Cannot Be Ignored While Summoning Additional Accused Under Section 319 CrPC

Introduction: The Supreme Court of India has reiterated an important principle governing the exercise of judicial powers to summon additional accused persons during criminal trials. The Court held that when a trial court considers an application under Section 319 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC), it must examine the testimony of the relevant […]

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27/10/2026, 3 days ago

Madhya Pradesh High Court Seeks Probe into Two More Tiger Deaths in Kanha, Calls for Accountability in Disease Prevention

Introduction: The Madhya Pradesh High Court has directed the State Government to investigate the deaths of two additional tigers in Kanha Tiger Reserve and submit its findings within two weeks, bringing renewed judicial attention to concerns about the spread of Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) and the effectiveness of wildlife protection measures. The direction was issued […]

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27/10/2026, 3 days ago

Patna High Court: Family Members Cannot Be Prosecuted for Bigamy-Related Offences Without Evidence of Abetment or Conspiracy

Introduction: The Patna High Court has held that family members of a person accused of contracting a second marriage while concealing an existing marriage cannot automatically be prosecuted under Sections 495 and 496 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The Court clarified that these provisions primarily address the individual who contracts the subsequent marriage under […]

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Supreme Court overrules the Delhi HC judgment: Allows woman to abort her 24-week foetus

Supreme Court overrules the Delhi HC judgment: Allows woman to abort her 24-week foetus

30/07/2022, 4 years ago

The Department of Commerce announces new rules for Work from Home for SEZs

The Department of Commerce announces new rules for Work from Home for SEZs

26/07/2022, 4 years ago

Bombay HC: CJ Dipankar Datta recuses hearing plea against CBI Director addressed to CJI NV Ramana

Bombay HC: CJ Dipankar Datta recuses hearing plea against CBI Director addressed to CJI NV Ramana

30/07/2022, 4 years ago

CCPA Guidelines for the prevention of false or misleading advertisements and making endorsements relating thereto

CCPA Guidelines for the prevention of false or misleading advertisements and making endorsements relating thereto

30/07/2022, 4 years ago

CCPA guidelines that prohibit the levying of Service Charges on food bills by hotels and restaurants stayed by the Delhi HC

CCPA guidelines that prohibit the levying of Service Charges on food bills by hotels and restaurants stayed by the Delhi HC

26/07/2022, 4 years ago
Technology
The Tussle between Google and Epic Games Continues: Violation of India’s Antitrust Regulations

15/02/2023, 4 years ago

The Tussle between Google and Epic Games Continues: Violation of India’s Antitrust Regulations

“While the law of competition may be sometimes hard for the individual, it is best for the race, because it ensures the survival of the fittest in every department.” – Andrew Carneige The tussle between Epic games and Google started way back in the U.S., wherein the biggest gaming giant on August 2020, approached the […]
Criminal
The Supreme Court issued notice on the plea by women wrestlers alleging sexual harassment

25/04/2023, 4 years ago

The Supreme Court issued notice on the plea by women wrestlers alleging sexual harassment

The Supreme Court today issued a notice on the petition filed by the top woman wrestlers of India seeking registration of FIR against a BJP MP as well as the wrestling federation of India’s president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh for alleged sexual harassment. Advocate Kapil Sibal appearing for the petitioners stated that the woman wrestlers […]
Property and Real Estate
Allahabad High Court Imposes Cost on Petitioners Objecting Hindu-Muslim Property Sale

14/02/2023, 4 years ago

Allahabad High Court Imposes Cost on Petitioners Objecting Hindu-Muslim Property Sale

“The sovereignty of scriptures of all religion must come to an end if we want to have a united integrated modern India.”– Dr. B.R Ambedkar  In the case of Farhan Tasaddukhussain Barodawala v. Onali Ezazuddin Dholkawal, Allahabad High Court imposed cost of rupees 25,000 on petitioners who were objecting on the fact that how a […]
Employment
Bar on entry of married men and women in JAG: Centre to Delhi High Court 

23/03/2023, 4 years ago

Bar on entry of married men and women in JAG: Centre to Delhi High Court 

Reported By: Ankita Bhardwaj The case of KUSH KALRA v. UOI & ANR has brought forward the interesting notion of barring the entry of married men and women in Judge Advocate General (JAG) claiming it in the benefit of public interest and national security.  A PIL is filed against the policy by Kush Kalra seeking the […]
Consumer Rights
All HC to establish Online RTI Portals Within 3 months: SC

20/03/2023, 4 years ago

All HC to establish Online RTI Portals Within 3 months: SC

“We direct all High Courts to establish online RTI portals within 3 months from today. High Courts can formulate adequate provisions to facilitate the supply of adequate information. Information is to be passed onto the secretary generals of High Courts for administrative directions from the Chief Justices (of High Courts). The same directions are to […]
Human Rights
Clerical Duties Define Workman Status Under Industrial Disputes Act, Rules Calcutta High Court

05/03/2025, 2 years ago

Clerical Duties Define Workman Status Under Industrial Disputes Act, Rules Calcutta High Court

Introduction: The Calcutta High Court recently upheld an industrial tribunal’s ruling that an accountant, Dulal Chatterjee, was a ‘workman’ under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, dismissing a writ petition filed by Swarnakshar Prakasani Pvt. Ltd. The case arose when Chatterjee was terminated from employment in July 2013, leading to a legal dispute over whether his […]
Art & Entertainment
Entertainment tax exemption for movie, cannot be claimed as a right: Madras High Court

18/03/2023, 4 years ago

Entertainment tax exemption for movie, cannot be claimed as a right: Madras High Court

The Madras High Court in the case of G Sundararajan v The Secretary held that the exemption from payment of entertainment tax is just a concession by the government and cannot be claimed as a right. The court thus refused relief to the producer and distributor of the 2015 Tamil film, “I” which was claimed […]
Business
“Vouchers” does not fall under the ambit of goods or services, will not attract ITC: AAAR

04/03/2023, 4 years ago

“Vouchers” does not fall under the ambit of goods or services, will not attract ITC: AAAR

The Karnataka Appellate Authority of Advance Ruling (AAAR), in the case of Myntra Designs Private Limited modified the decision of AAR, has observed, “input tax credit (ITC) is not available on the vouchers and subscription packages procured by Myntra from third-party vendors.” They relied on the judgement of the Karnataka High Court in the case […]

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