The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed the National Highway Authority of India's (NHAI’s) challenge to a  Kerala High Court Order  which suspended toll collection for four weeks at the Thrissur district plaza on National Highway (NH) 544, citing poor road conditions and traffic bottlenecks. Read More

In India’s fast-moving business landscape, disputes are almost unavoidable—whether it’s a co-founder fallout, a vendor breach, or a joint-venture disagreement. When conflict arises, the way you choose to resolve it can determine how much time, money and goodwill you ultimately lose.  Should you sit across the table and negotiate (mediation), appoint a private decision-maker (arbitration),...Read More

Alok Kumar and Agrani Homes face multiple criminal cases filed by home buyers alleging cheating and non-delivery of flats. The first FIR was lodged on January 11, 2018, at Shastri Nagar Police Station, Patna, under Sections 420 IPC and 138 NI Act. Over time, the number of FIRs increased to 81, with the total alleged...Read More

The Court was hearing a suo motu matter against the increasing incidents of infants, young children and the elderly falling prey to rabies. While it was dictating an order that the stray dogs in the National Capital Region be immediately moved to the dog sheltersRead More

Domestic workers are the backbone of countless Indian households, ensuring cleanliness, cooking, childcare, and elderly care. Despite their critical role, many face low wages, excessive work hours, and a lack of formal recognition.In India, legal frameworks like the Unorganised Workers’ Social Security Act, 2008 and state-specific policies aim to provide rights and protections but awareness...Read More

Renting property in Delhi NCR comes with a unique set of legal rights and responsibilities for both tenants and landlords. But do you know exactly what protections and obligations apply under laws like the Delhi Rent Control Act, 1958 and the Model Tenancy Act, 2021?For tenants, these laws safeguard against unfair eviction, arbitrary rent hikes,...Read More

Disputes – whether between business partners, families or consumers – are inevitable. Knowing when to use arbitration or court litigation can save time, money and stress. For example, a startup co-founder disagreement might benefit from a private arbitrator, while a child custody matter usually requires court proceedings. Understanding the practical differences helps individuals and businesses...Read More

The Allahabad High Court last week clarified that a Magistrate cannot issue a notice to a prospective accused under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), without first recording the statements of the complainant and the witnesses, if any. Read More

The bench comprising Justices J.K. Maheshwari and Aravind Kumar granted relief to a bus driver employed with the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC), who was prematurely terminated from service after acquiring colour blindness, without any attempt by the employer to identify or offer him an alternative employmentRead More

Domestic violence remains a serious yet underreported problem in India, particularly in urban areas like Delhi NCR. As per NFHS-5, nearly 30% of Indian women have experienced some form of domestic abuse physical, emotional, or financial. To address this, the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act (PWDVA), 2005 offers strong legal safeguards including protection,...Read More