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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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12/10/2026, 10 hours ago

Supreme Court Reiterates Limited Judicial Scrutiny at Arbitration Referral Stage, Says Prima Facie Existence of Arbitration Agreement Is Sufficient

Introduction: The Supreme Court of India has reiterated that once the prima facie existence of an arbitration agreement is established before a referral court, the court should ordinarily appoint an arbitrator and refer the parties to arbitration. Emphasising the principle of minimal judicial intervention, the Court held that the scope of scrutiny at the stage […]

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12/10/2026, 10 hours ago

Supreme Court Holds Government Teachers Cannot Claim Inter-District Transfer as a Matter of Right, Says Student Education Must Take Priority

Introduction: The Supreme Court of India has clarified that a government employee cannot claim an inter-district transfer as a matter of right merely because the employee is separated from their family due to the place of posting. Emphasising that family separation is a common difficulty experienced by employees across public services, the Court held that […]

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10/10/2026, 2 days ago

Karnataka High Court: Minimum Wage Revision Must Follow Gazette Publication Procedure; Inoperative Notification Cannot Be Used as a Benchmark

Introduction: The Karnataka High Court has ruled that the State Government cannot bypass the statutory procedure for revising minimum wages once it has chosen to act under Section 5(1)(b) of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948. The Court held that publication of the wage revision proposal in the Official Gazette and the opportunity for affected stakeholders […]

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Karnataka High Court Reaffirms Mandatory Gazette Publication for Minimum Wage Revision, Rejects Reliance on Inoperative Notification
Empanelment Under Ayushman Bharat Is a Privilege, Not an Enforceable Right: Allahabad High Court Upholds Hospital’s Removal for Treatment Protocol Lapses
Bombay High Court Holds Two Advocates Guilty of Criminal Contempt for Threatening Judicial Officer in Open Court
Andhra Pradesh High Court: Donor Cannot Unilaterally Cancel Registered Gift Deed; Civil Court Decree or Mutual Consent Required
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10/10/2026, 2 days ago

Madhya Pradesh High Court Seeks State’s Response Over Alleged Violation of Conocarpus Plantation Ban

Introduction: The Madhya Pradesh High Court has issued notice to the State Government and other respondents on a public interest litigation challenging the alleged continued plantation of Conocarpus trees in public places despite an official circular directing urban local bodies to avoid planting the species. The petition raises questions concerning the implementation of environmental policy, […]

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10/10/2026, 2 days ago

Allahabad High Court: Bigamous Marriage by Government Servant Can Attract Major Penalty After Deletion of Rule Prescribing Minor Punishment

Introduction: The Allahabad High Court has clarified that a government servant who contracts a second marriage in violation of the applicable service conduct rules, without obtaining the requisite permission from the Government, may face a major penalty depending on the facts and circumstances of the case. The Court held that the punishment for violating Rule […]

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10/10/2026, 2 days ago

Jammu & Kashmir High Court Quashes Further Probe in SAUBHAGYA Scheme Case, Holds Departmental Findings Do Not Establish Criminal Misconduct

Introduction: The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court at Jammu has set aside an order directing further investigation into alleged irregularities in the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana, popularly known as the SAUBHAGYA Scheme, in Jammu Division. In Manhar Gupta and Others v. Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir […]

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Supreme Court Recognises Victim’s Right to Speedy Trial, Quashes ₹10,000 Costs Imposed by High Court
Supreme Court Questions Delhi Metro Shutdown Ahead of Protest, Highlights Citizens’ Right to Public Transport
Patna High Court Orders Reconsideration Of Fresh Appointment Treatment For Long-Serving Daily-Wage Employee
Amicus Curiae Cannot Abstain From Court Proceedings Due To Lawyers’ Strike, Meghalaya High Court Warns
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09/10/2026, 3 days ago

Calcutta High Court Raises Concern Over Lawyers’ Strikes, Says Work Stoppages Would Cause Grave Hardship to Litigants

Introduction: The Calcutta High Court has expressed serious concern over strikes commenced by lawyers at two subordinate courts following reports of alleged untoward incidents involving members of the Bar. A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge and Justice Om Narayan Rai observed that continuation of such strikes would be counterproductive as litigants would […]

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09/10/2026, 3 days ago

Allahabad High Court Quashes PITNDPS Detention of Alleged Codeine Cough Syrup Racket Kingpins, Relies on Recent Lokendra Ruling

Introduction: The Allahabad High Court has allowed habeas corpus petitions filed by Vibhor Rana and Vishal Singh and quashed their preventive detention under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988, in connection with cases concerning the alleged diversion and illegal trafficking of codeine-based cough syrups. A Division Bench comprising […]

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09/10/2026, 3 days ago

Delhi High Court Told Broad Personality Rights Injunctions Are Unknown to Indian Law, Must Balance Celebrity Protection With Free Speech

Introduction: The Delhi High Court is examining the increasingly significant question of how Indian law should protect the personality and publicity interests of celebrities without creating an unrestricted proprietary right over a person’s image, name or persona. During the hearing of actor Janhvi Kapoor’s suit seeking protection of her personality rights, Advocate Gautam Bhatia, appointed […]

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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, 3 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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