Divorce by mutual consent is a legal process where both spouses agree to separate amicably, avoiding lengthy court battles. It is the fastest and most straightforward way to end a marriage under Indian law. However, certain conditions must be met, and specific legal procedures must be followed. Understanding the requirements, process, and documentation involved can...Read More

The Supreme Court, while determining a case related to compassionate appointment, observed that such appointment should be granted only in “hand-to-mouth” cases, provided that all the other conditions are fulfilled. Explaining, the Court said that such situations would include a family 'below the poverty line' and struggling to pay basic expenses.Read More

Are you considering filing for divorce in India but unsure about the documents needed? Divorce is not just an emotional decision but also a legal process that requires proper paperwork. Whether it’s a mutual consent divorce, where both spouses agree to separate, or a contested divorce, where one spouse files based on specific grounds, having...Read More

A bench of Justices JK Maheshwari and Sandeep Mehta heard a case involving the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and a former employee. The AAI appealed against a decision of the Calcutta High Court that overturned the employee's dismissal from services based on a departmental disciplinary inquiry in a corruption case.Read More

he Supreme Court recently, while quashing a case involving allegations of cruelty and dowry said that criminal law should not be used as a tool for harassment.Read More

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) form the backbone of India's economy, contributing significantly to GDP growth, employment, and exports. They play a vital role in entrepreneurship, industrialization, and innovation, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas.Read More

The Supreme Court  considered the issue of whether the condition of three years of practice at the Bar in addition to a legal degree needs to be restored to appear for the Civil Judge(Junior Division) exam in light of various issues faced by the High Courts in terms of lack of exposure on the functioning...Read More

The Supreme Court (recently on January 16) observed that not every sudden provocation would reduce the crime from murder to culpable homicide not amounting to murder. For reference, exception 1 to Section 300 (murder) of IPC states that culpable homicide is not murder when the accused is deprived of self-control due to grave and sudden...Read More

In India, women have faced numerous challenges over centuries, including societal norms that limited their rights post-marriage. However, through various legal reforms and constitutional guarantees, the country has empowered married women to assert their rights, ensuring equality, dignity, and protection from injustice.Read More

Divorce is becoming a growing concern in India, a country historically known for its strong family values. In recent years, divorce rates have seen a significant rise. Factors such as rising financial independence, changing gender roles, and evolving societal norms are driving this shift, particularly in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.Read More