In a recent case, the Supreme Court of India gave the judgment that in order to claim compensation in case of an accident, the death must be caused as a direct consequence of the accident. Mere
Read MoreThe term ‘contempt of court’ is not defined anywhere in the Indian Law. The Contempt of Courts Act, only distinguishes between civil and criminal law. In simplest of terms, the phrase Contempt of court means to
Read MoreThe pay commission is a constitutionally established body that is responsible for recommending changes in salaries, allowances, and pensions. The 8th Pay Commission was approved in January 2025 and may have consequences for over 1 crore
Read MoreThe Punjab and Haryana High Court, with jurisdiction over two Indian states and the Union Territory of Chandigarh, has played a pivotal role in shaping the constitutional, criminal, and civil jurisprudence of northern India. Through its
Read MoreIntroduction: A Law Born Out of Delay Cheque bounce cases in India often take years to resolve. Meanwhile, complainants—who trusted someone enough to accept a cheque—remain unpaid. To fix this, the 2018 amendment to the Negotiable
Read MoreIntroduction: CrPC: Appeal Vs. Review Justice, in its truest sense, is not just about punishing the wrongdoer—it is about ensuring that the process leading to that punishment is fair, balanced, and legally sound. In India’s criminal
Read MoreIntroduction Law maxims are time-honored expressions that convey core principles of justice in a brief and impactful manner. Originating largely from Latin, maxims form the bedrock of many legal systems and continue to guide the interpretation
Read MoreIn a recent move to bolster judicial leadership across the country, the President of India, on the advice of the Supreme Court Collegium, appointed five new Chief Justices to various High Courts. These appointments were notified
Read MoreSystemic corruption often threatens the very foundation of governance in India. Hence, the intersection between individual privacy and public accountability becomes a sensitive yet necessary dialogue. Recently, the Hon’ble Delhi High Court reignited this discussion by
Read MoreSashidhar Jagdishan Named in ₹14 Crore FIR by Lilavati Trust In a major development that has sent ripples through India’s banking sector, Sashidhar Jagdishan, the MD and CEO of HDFC Bank, has been named in an
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