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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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16/02/2026, 15 hours ago

Absconders Cannot Claim Parity for Anticipatory Bail Solely Because Co-Accused Were Acquitted: Supreme Court

Introduction: In a significant ruling reinforcing the sanctity of judicial process, the Supreme Court of India has held that an absconding accused cannot invoke the principle of parity to seek anticipatory bail merely because co-accused persons have been acquitted after trial. The Court observed that granting such relief would set a dangerous precedent by rewarding […]

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16/02/2026, 15 hours ago

Supreme Court Flags FSSAI’s Delay on Front-of-Pack Warning Labels, Seeks Concrete Action on Citizens’ Right to Health

Introduction: The Supreme Court of India recently expressed dissatisfaction with the compliance affidavit filed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in a public interest litigation seeking mandatory front-of-package warning labels on packaged food products. The matter was heard by a Bench comprising Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice K.V. Viswanathan in proceedings […]

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14/02/2026, 2 days ago

Jammu and Kashmir High Court Slams Four-Year Delay in Deciding Statutory Appeal, Questions Recovery Action Amid Pending Challenge

Introduction: In a significant order underscoring the importance of procedural fairness and timely adjudication, the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has expressed strong displeasure over an unexplained delay exceeding four years in deciding a statutory appeal, even as coercive recovery and penalty proceedings were initiated against a project implementation agency under the Himayat […]

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Mother Has No Inheritance Right When Son Dies Intestate Leaving Wife and Children: Karnataka High Court Clarifies Christian Succession Law
Successive FIRs to Defeat Bail Are an Abuse of Criminal Process: Supreme Court Reasserts Article 32 as the Constitution’s Shield Against State Excess
Delay Cannot Defeat Justice in Cases of Continuing Pay Anomalies: Gauhati High Court Reaffirms Substantive Fairness Over Technical Lapses
Equal Pay for Equal Work Is Not a Matter of Designation Alone: Educational Qualifications as the Constitutional Divide: Delhi High Court 
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14/02/2026, 2 days ago

Faith Cannot Legitimize Encroachment: Madras High Court Clarifies Limits of Protection for Places of Worship

Introduction: In a decisive reaffirmation of constitutional balance between religious freedom and public interest, the Madras High Court has held that religious structures erected on encroached government land cannot claim protection under the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991. A Division Bench comprising Justice G. Jayachandran and Justice K.K. Ramakrishnan dismissed a writ petition […]

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14/02/2026, 2 days ago

When Transfer Becomes Punishment: Kerala High Court Reasserts Free Speech and Fairness in Service Law

Introduction: In a judgment that firmly reinforces constitutional values within public employment, the Kerala High Court has held that a transfer order issued in contemplation of disciplinary proceedings must be supported by valid justification and cannot be used as a disguised form of punishment. The ruling was delivered by Justice N. Nagaresh in Sivakumar S […]

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14/02/2026, 3 days ago

Spectrum as a Constitutional Commons: Supreme Court Draws the Line Between Insolvency Law and Public Resources

Introduction: In a constitutionally significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has decisively held that the ownership and control of telecom spectrum cannot be determined or restructured under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC), as spectrum is a material resource of the community and a common good held in trust for citizens. The judgment […]

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Access Before Formality: Supreme Court Broadens Scribe Eligibility for Visually Impaired Law Aspirants
Acknowledgment Over Adjudication: Supreme Court’s Cultural Pause in a Copyright Clash 
BNSS Brings Timelines, Not a New Threshold: Supreme Court Clarifies Law on Discharge and Framing of Charges
Who Decides Gratuity When Offices Span States? Delhi High Court Clarifies Jurisdiction Under the Gratuity Law
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12/02/2026, 4 days ago

Free Speech Ends Where Service Discipline Begins: Delhi High Court on Social Media Allegations by PSU Employees

Introduction: In Madanjit Kumar v. Central Electronics Limited (W.P.(C) 13377/2018), the Delhi High Court was confronted with a contemporary and legally complex question at the intersection of constitutional free speech and service discipline in public employment: can a public sector employee publicly allege corruption against his employer through social media without attracting disciplinary consequences? Justice […]

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12/02/2026, 4 days ago

Criminal Probe Alone Can’t Cage Freedom: Delhi High Court Curbs Indefinite Look Out Circulars

Introduction: In Maria Ramesh v. Union of India and Another, the Delhi High Court was called upon to examine the legality and constitutional validity of a Look Out Circular (LOC) that had remained operational against a woman accused in a high-value real estate investment dispute for several years, despite her continued cooperation with the investigation […]

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12/02/2026, 4 days ago

Bail Denied in High-Value Cyber Fraud as Court Flags Complex Web of Money Laundering Harming National Economy: Delhi High Court 

Introduction: In Rohit Gagerna v. State (Bail Application No. 49/2026), the Delhi High Court was confronted with a bail plea arising from a large-scale cyber fraud allegedly perpetrated through a fake online trading application. The case raised serious concerns regarding organised digital financial crimes, layered money laundering, and their far-reaching impact on the national economy. […]

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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, 12 months 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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