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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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04/04/2026, 1 day ago

Death of Claimant Not a Ground to Dismiss Compensation Claim: Punjab and Haryana High Court Upholds Right of Legal Heirs

Introduction: In Krishan Bhatia & Ors. vs. Virender Singh & Ors. [FAO-1774-2000 (O&M)], the Punjab & Haryana High Court, presided over by Justice Deepak Gupta, delivered a crucial judgment clarifying the survivability of claims under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The case arose from an appeal filed by the legal representatives of […]

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04/04/2026, 1 day ago

Supreme Court Cancels Bail for Misuse of Corporate Funds to Satisfy Personal Bail Condition

Introduction: In Satinder Singh Bhasin v. Government of NCT of Delhi (2026 LiveLaw (SC) 316), the Supreme Court of India delivered a significant ruling reiterating the sanctity of bail conditions and the strict compliance required thereof. The case revolved around the cancellation of bail granted to businessman Satinder Singh Bhasin, after it was discovered that […]

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03/04/2026, 2 days ago

Orissa High Court Orders Senior-Level Supervision of Probe in Viral Public Humiliation Case Involving Religious Coercion

Introduction: The case of Sk. Hanif v. State of Odisha & Ors. (CRLMP No. 283 of 2026), decided on March 16, 2026, by the Orissa High Court, raises deeply troubling concerns about human dignity, communal sensitivity, and the role of law enforcement in ensuring a fair and impartial investigation. The petition was filed by the […]

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Order VI Rule 17 Proviso Not Strictly Applicable to Revisions: Allahabad High Court Clarifies Limits on Amendment of Grounds
Election Petition Cannot Be Rejected at Threshold If It Raises Triable Issues on Non-Disclosure in Affidavit: Bombay High Court
Gratuity Can Be Withheld for Illegal Occupation: Calcutta High Court Upholds Employer’s Right to Deduct Penal Rent from Retiral Benefits
Karnataka High Court Settles District Judges’ Seniority Row: Cadre Strength Must Be Notified, Quota Is Post-Based, and 4-Point Roster to Be Enforced
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03/04/2026, 2 days ago

Prosecution Without Sanction Is Void: Patna High Court Reinforces Protection for Public Servants Under Section 197 CrPC

Introduction: The case of Anil Kumar Jha v. The State of Bihar and Another (Criminal Miscellaneous No. 23310 of 2016) before the Patna High Court presents a significant reiteration of the legal safeguard provided to public servants under Section 197 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC). The judgment, delivered by Justice Jitendra Kumar, […]

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03/04/2026, 2 days ago

Fraud at Entry Cannot Be Cured by Long Service: Calcutta High Court Upholds Dismissal of BSF Constable for Forged Educational Qualification

Introduction: The case of Santosh Sardar v. Union of India & Ors. (WPA 25583 of 2022) before the Calcutta High Court raises a significant issue concerning the legality of public employment obtained through fraudulent means and whether long years of service can mitigate such foundational illegality. The judgment, delivered by Justice Amrita Sinha, underscores a […]

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03/04/2026, 2 days ago

Delhi High Court Orders Immediate Takedown of Obscene Song Volume 1, Holds Vulgar Content Cannot Be Shielded Under Free Speech

Introduction: The case of Hindu Shakti Dal & Anr. v. Union of India & Ors. came before the Delhi High Court in a petition raising serious concerns about obscenity, misogyny, and the limits of artistic freedom in the digital age. The matter revolved around a controversial song titled “Volume 1,” allegedly performed by popular singers […]

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Appeal Does Not Bar Remedy Under Order IX Rule 13 CPC: Supreme Court Affirms Independent and Wider Right to Set Aside Ex-Parte Decrees
Incomplete Auction Sale Under SARFAESI Cannot Defeat Borrower’s Right of Redemption: Supreme Court Reinforces Mandatory Compliance with Rule 9(4)
“Marriage Needs Patience, Not Litigation”: Madras High Court Refuses Divorce, Says Everyday Marital Disputes Do Not Amount to Cruelty
Delhi High Court Upholds MHA’s Authority to Initiate Disciplinary Action Against AGMUT IAS Officers, Overturns Tribunal’s View
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02/04/2026, 3 days ago

Namaz in Private Property Case: Allahabad High Court Balances Religious Freedom with Public Order, Restricts Large Gatherings and Withdraws Security

Introduction: In Tarik Khan vs. State of U.P. and 2 Others (2026 LiveLaw (AB) 164), the Allahabad High Court was called upon to adjudicate a sensitive issue lying at the intersection of religious freedom, individual rights, and public order. The case gained prominence after a Muslim man, Haseen Khan, alleged that he was being prevented […]

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02/04/2026, 3 days ago

Passenger Safety Over Profit: Madhya Pradesh High Court Cracks Down on Non-Compliant Buses, Orders Strict Enforcement Within 45 Days

Introduction: In Ram Milan Rai v. Regional Transport Authority (MP-5921-2025), the Madhya Pradesh High Court delivered a significant ruling underscoring the primacy of passenger safety over commercial convenience in public transport operations. The case arose from a dispute concerning the cancellation of a stage carriage permit granted to the petitioner, Ram Milan Rai, which had […]

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02/04/2026, 3 days ago

Supreme Court Bars Fresh Arbitration After Abandonment, Calls It Abuse of Process

Introduction: The Supreme Court of India, in Rajiv Gaddh v. Subodh Parkash (2026 LiveLaw (SC) 310), delivered a significant ruling reinforcing the sanctity of procedural discipline in arbitration proceedings. The Bench comprising Justice P.S. Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe held that a party who abandons an earlier arbitration proceeding cannot subsequently initiate a fresh arbitration […]

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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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