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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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07/03/2026, 13 hours ago

Section 28-A of Land Acquisition Act Is Beneficial Provision; Compensation Cannot Be Narrowly Restricted to Foundational Award: Bombay High Court

Introduction: In Geetabai Eknath Salunke v. Sub Divisional Officer-cum-Land Acquisition Officer, Vaijapur & Ors. [First Appeal No. 1328 of 2024 and connected matters], the Bombay High Court delivered an important ruling interpreting the scope and purpose of Section 28-A of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894. The case arose from a batch of first appeals filed […]

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07/03/2026, 13 hours ago

Madras High Court Sets Aside POCSO Conviction, Highlights Risks of Criminalising Consensual Adolescent Relationships

Introduction: The Madras High Court in Mahesh v. State (2026 LiveLaw (Mad) 103) delivered a significant judgment addressing the complexities that arise when consensual adolescent relationships fall within the ambit of stringent statutory provisions such as the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act). The case involved an appeal filed by Mahesh […]

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06/03/2026, 1 day ago

Bengaluru Stampede Case: Karnataka High Court Seeks Proposed Chargesheet in Sealed Cover, Says Investigation Must Be Examined Before Filing Final Report

Introduction: The case of Royal Challengers Sports Private Limited & Another v. State of Karnataka & Others, M/s DNA Entertainment Networks Private Limited v. State of Karnataka & Others, and Nikhil Sosale v. State of Karnataka & Batch came before the Karnataka High Court in connection with the tragic stampede that occurred in Bengaluru in […]

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Prisoners’ Dignity Must Be Preserved But Special Treatment Cannot Be Granted Arbitrarily: Karnataka High Court Issues Guidelines On Home-Cooked Food For Undertrials
Courts Cannot Expand Welfare Schemes Beyond Policy Limits: Madras High Court Sets Aside Direction Extending Marriage Assistance to Minimum Wage Earners
Allegations of Forcing Daughter Into Prostitution: Karnataka High Court Refuses Mother’s Custody Plea for Rescued Girl
“What Is State Without Justice But A Band of Robbers”: Orissa High Court Rebukes Authorities for Forcing SC Teacher Into Two Decades of Litigation Over Illegal Removal
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06/03/2026, 1 day ago

Bombay High Court: Divorce Cannot Be Granted Solely on the Basis of WhatsApp Chats Without Proper Proof Through Evidence

Introduction: The Bombay High Court recently delivered an important ruling emphasizing the evidentiary standards required in matrimonial disputes. The Court held that a decree of divorce cannot be granted merely on the basis of WhatsApp chats unless such electronic evidence is properly proved in accordance with law and the opposite party is given a fair […]

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06/03/2026, 1 day ago

Litigant Cannot Pursue Two Parallel Remedies Against Same Order Rajasthan High Court Calls It Abuse Of Judicial Process

Introduction: The Rajasthan High Court in Charan Singh Khangarot v. Raghunath Singh & Ors. (2026 LiveLaw (Raj) 80) delivered an important ruling emphasizing that a litigant cannot pursue two parallel remedies simultaneously against the same judgment or order. The decision was rendered by Justice Anoop Kumar Dhand while dismissing a revision petition filed by the […]

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06/03/2026, 2 days ago

Child Can Bear Mother’s Surname Even If Father’s Name Remains On Birth Certificate Karnataka High Court Affirms Equality And Child’s Identity

Introduction: The Karnataka High Court in X & Anr. v. Chief Registrar, Births and Deaths Bengaluru & Anr. (Writ Petition No. 33465 of 2025) delivered a significant judgment recognizing that a child’s surname can legitimately reflect maternal lineage without infringing the rights of the father, especially where the mother is the sole caregiver and the […]

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Disability Certificate Cannot Be Rejected Merely Because Doctor Did Not Treat Injured Workman Bombay High Court Clarifies Scope Of Employees Compensation Act
Guarantor Not Liable for Borrower’s Excess Withdrawals Beyond Sanctioned Loan Limit Without Consent: Supreme Court
Kerala High Court Seeks Full Financial Disclosure of Global Ayyappa Sangamam, Warns It Cannot Be a ‘Silent Spectator’ to Suspected Irregularities
Madras High Court Pulls Up Minister for ‘Mischievous Political Spin’ on Sub-Judice Temple Issue, Warns Against Public Comments Contrary to Judicial Orders
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05/03/2026, 2 days ago

Madras High Court Orders Disciplinary Action Against District Collector for Negligence in Government Land Case, Calls for Structural Reforms to Protect Public Property

Introduction: In a stern reminder that public officials are trustees of government property and must act with vigilance in judicial proceedings, the Madras High Court directed initiation of disciplinary proceedings against the District Collector of Ramanathapuram for remaining ex parte in a civil suit concerning valuable government land. The case, titled Sethumadhavan and Another v. […]

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05/03/2026, 2 days ago

Delhi High Court Stays Sessions Court Order for Lack of Reasoning, Reaffirms That Personal Liberty Cannot Be Curtailed Without Application of Mind

Introduction: In a significant reaffirmation of the centrality of personal liberty in criminal jurisprudence, the Delhi High Court granted interim relief to Uday Bhanu Chib, President of the Indian Youth Congress, by staying a Sessions Court order that had put on hold the bail earlier granted to him by a Magistrate. The matter arose from […]

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05/03/2026, 2 days ago

No Absolute Bar on Late Disclosure of Documents in Commercial Suits, Rules Calcutta High Court

Introduction: In Usha Martin Limited v. Balurghat Technologies Limited, CS COM 491 of 2024, the Calcutta High Court addressed an important procedural question under the Commercial Courts regime, namely whether additional documents can be permitted to be brought on record beyond the timelines prescribed under the Code of Civil Procedure in commercial suits. The interlocutory […]

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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, 3 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, 3 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, 3 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, 3 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, 1 year 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, 3 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, 3 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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