In a Criminal Appeal arising out of proceedings under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, the Supreme Court has ruled that once the settlement has been arrived at and the complainant has signed the deed, the proceedings under ...
In a case pertaining to grant of default bail to a person accused under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (“UAPA”), the Supreme Court yesterday allowed an appeal filed by the Delhi police, observing that the High Court fell in ...
Dear community In the ever-evolving landscape of dispute resolution, the demand for faster and more efficient solutions is on the rise. As businesses and individuals seek alternatives to protracted litigation, arbitration has emerged as a compelling choice. Let's delve into ...
In a notable judgment, the Supreme Court has held that a document can produced during cross-examination in a civil trial to confront a party to the suit or a witness. The Court also held that there is no distinction between ...
A seven-judge bench of the Supreme Court on Wednesday (December 13) ruled that arbitration clauses in unstamped or inadequately stamped agreements are enforceable. Insufficiency of stamping does not make the agreement void or unenforceable but makes it inadmissible in evidence. ...
It was the dawn of the Digital Revolution in the latter half of 20th century that started to reshape the world. But with the advent of AI, data protection, and cybersecurity have become paramount concerns for individuals, businesses, and governments ...
The Supreme Court on Tuesday (November 21) reprimanded the Patanjali Ayurved for continuing to publish misleading claims and advertisements against modern systems of medicine. While considering a petition filed by the Indian Medical Association against misleading advertisements, the bench comprising ...
The Supreme Court on Tuesday (November 7) questioned the effectiveness of the Delhi Government's "odd-even" scheme in controlling air pollution, while terming it as “optics”. Under this scheme, vehicles with license plate numbers ending in an even digit are allowed ...
The Supreme Court on Monday (30th October) held that an insurance company cannot claim that it is not liable to pay compensation in a motor vehicle accident claim just because the vehicle owner did not verify the genuineness of the ...
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has told the Supreme Court that once a cellular mobile telephone number is deactivated for non-usage or disconnected on the request of the subscriber, it is not allocated to a new subscriber for ...
In today's rapidly changing world, environmental and sustainability law has become a cornerstone of global legal practices. With increasing awareness of climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation, these laws are essential for promoting sustainable development and protecting our planet ...
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has become an increasingly popular method for resolving disputes outside of traditional court litigation. Among the various ADR methods, mediation and arbitration stand out as two of the most commonly used approaches. While both aim to ...
In today’s rapidly evolving legal landscape, the integration of technology has become more than just a trend—it’s a fundamental shift that is reshaping how legal professionals operate and deliver services. As we embrace this digital transformation, the role of legal ...
Article 32 of the Constitution gives individuals the right to approach the Supreme Court if they feel their fundamental rights have been violated. Supreme Court on Tuesday deprecated the trend of the accused in money laundering cases using Article 32 ...
The Supreme Court observed that the question whether a cheque was issued towards a time barred debt is to be decided on evidence. “It is only in cases wherein an amount which is out and out non-recoverable, towards which a ...
The advent of virtual court hearings marks a significant evolution in the judicial system, reshaping traditional courtroom dynamics. While this shift brings efficiency and accessibility, it also introduces unique challenges and opportunities that require careful consideration within the legal framework. ...