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WhatsApp’s Mandatory Data Sharing Deemed Unfair: CCI Penalizes Meta ₹213.14 Crore and Orders Remedial Steps
The CCI fined Meta ₹213.14 crore for abusing its dominant position through WhatsApp’s 2021 Privacy Policy, mandating unfair data-sharing terms and leveraging dominance in the online display advertising market.
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Supreme Court Explores E-Prison Portal Integration to Address Delays in Releasing Bail-Granted Prisoners
The Supreme Court stressed using the e-prison portal to track prisoners granted bail but unable to furnish sureties, aiming to address delays in their release and streamline prison management.
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Supreme Court Explores E-Prison Portal Integration to Address Delays in Releasing Bail-Granted Prisoners
The Supreme Court stressed using the e-prison portal to track prisoners granted bail but unable to furnish sureties, aiming to address delays in their release and streamline prison management.
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Manipur Horror: Beheaded Two-Year-Old Found Amid Violence; Six Meitei Hostages Confirmed Dead in Earlier Tragedy Linked to Suspected Kuki Militants
The beheaded body of a two-year-old boy was found in Manipur’s Jiribam, marking the latest atrocity in the state’s ethnic violence. This follows the earlier deaths of six Meitei hostages killed by suspected Kuki militants.
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WhatsApp’s Mandatory Data Sharing Deemed Unfair: CCI Penalizes Meta ₹213.14 Crore and Orders Remedial Steps
The CCI fined Meta ₹213.14 crore for abusing its dominant position through WhatsApp’s 2021 Privacy Policy, mandating unfair data-sharing terms and leveraging dominance in the online display advertising market.
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SC Rules 'Care for Transferors and Charity Work' as Valid Consideration in Property Settlement Case
The Supreme Court upheld a 1963 settlement deed granting Govindammal 2/3rd property share, recognizing care for transferors and charitable work as valid consideration, overturning the Madras High Court's ruling.
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SC Clarifies Limited Role of Referral Courts Under Section 11(6) Arbitration Act: Prima Facie Scope Emphasized
The Supreme Court clarifies that referral courts under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration Act must limit their inquiry to the prima facie existence of an arbitration agreement, leaving merits to the arbitral tribunal.
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Israel Hits Lebanon 145 Times in 24 Hours, 15 Killed in Gaza Predawn Raids; West Bank Homes Torched by Settlers
The Middle East conflict intensifies with heavy Israeli strikes in Gaza and Lebanon. At least 43,799 Palestinians have been killed since October 7. Hezbollah retaliates, escalating tensions across the region.
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Wife’s Divorce Plea Granted as MP High Court Rules Husband’s Control Over Job Choice as Cruelty
The Madhya Pradesh High Court dissolved a marriage, ruling that forcing a wife to quit her job and conform to her husband’s wishes constitutes cruelty. The Court overturned the family court's dismissal of the plea.
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Madras HC: Advocates Should Be Builders of Family Peace, Not Destroyers
The Madras High Court emphasized the social responsibility of advocates in matrimonial cases, advising them to resolve disputes amicably without exaggeration or unprofessional conduct, and upheld a divorce case ruling.
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Telangana HC Challenges ₹3500 AIBE Fee, Cites SC Cap of ₹750, and Demands Justification from BCI
A petition filed in Telangana HC challenges the exorbitant fees for AIBE, arguing that it violates Supreme Court directives. The petitioner seeks transparency on fee allocation and BCI’s authority.
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Case Study: Justice K.S. Puttaswamy & Ors. v. Union of India (UOI) & Ors.
In Justice K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India, the Supreme Court affirmed privacy as a fundamental right under Article 21, integral to dignity and autonomy, yet subject to reasonable restrictions.
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Case Study: Justice K.S. Puttaswamy & Ors. v. Union of India (UOI) & Ors.
In Justice K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India, the Supreme Court affirmed privacy as a fundamental right under Article 21, integral to dignity and autonomy, yet subject to reasonable restrictions.
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Case Study: Rustom Cavasjee Cooper and Ors. v. Union of India
In Rustom Cavasjee Cooper v. Union of India, the Supreme Court invalidated the 1969 bank nationalization act, citing inadequate compensation and violation of property rights, thus breaching Articles 14, 19, and 31.
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Case Study: Sajjan Singh v. State of Rajasthan
The Supreme Court in Sajjan Singh v. State of Rajasthan upheld the 17th Constitutional Amendment, validating its addition of laws to the Ninth Schedule, aimed at supporting socio-economic land reforms.
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Case Study: Sulochana Amma v. Narayanan Nair
In Sulochana Amma v. Narayanan Nair (1994), the Supreme Court upheld the application of res judicata to injunction decrees from courts with limited pecuniary jurisdiction. The case involved property rights and multiple suits following the alienation of a life estate. The Court ruled that once a comp
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Case Study: Nanchand Gangaram v. Malappa Mahalingappa
In Nanchand Gangaram v. Malappa Mahalingappa (AIR 1976 SC 835), the Supreme Court held that Section 45 of the Indian Partnership Act does not apply to Hindu Joint Families, as these are based on status, not contract. The court emphasized that a Karta’s acknowledgment of debt cannot extend the statut
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Case Study: Gherulal Parakh v. Mahadeodas Maiya
In Gherulal Parakh v. Mahadeodas Maiya (AIR 1959 SC 781), the Supreme Court of India held that while wagering contracts are void under Section 30 of the Indian Contract Act, they are not illegal under Section 23. The court ruled that partnerships formed for wagering purposes are not unlawful, as wag
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Case Study: Y. Narasimha Rao and Ors v. Y. Venkata Lakshmi and Ors
In Y. Narasimha Rao and Ors v. Y. Venkata Lakshmi and Ors (1991), the Supreme Court of India ruled that a foreign court’s decree dissolving a marriage is unenforceable if it lacks jurisdiction under Indian law. The Missouri court’s divorce decree, based on “irretrievable breakdown of marriage,” was
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Case Study: Balvant N. Viswamitra and Ors. v. Yadav Sadashiv Mule (Dead) through Lrs. and Ors.
In Balvant N. Viswamitra and Ors. v. Yadav Sadashiv Mule (Dead) through Lrs. and Ors., the Supreme Court of India held that a decree passed by a court of competent jurisdiction is not void, even if erroneous, unless the court lacks jurisdiction over the subject matter or the parties. The High Court’
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Case Study: Addanki Narayanappa and Ors. v. Bhaskara Krishtappa and Ors.
In Addanki Narayanappa and Ors. v. Bhaskara Krishtappa and Ors. (1966), the Supreme Court of India clarified that a partner’s interest in a firm during its existence is not specific to any particular asset, whether movable or immovable. Partners have no claim over specific properties but only to a s
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The Uttar Pradesh Madarsa Education Act: A Legal Tug-of-War between Secularism, Religious Rights, and State Control
The SC upheld the UP Madarsa Act, balancing state regulation with minority rights, emphasizing secularism as coexistence, not negation, ensuring quality education without infringing religious freedoms.
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The Uttar Pradesh Madarsa Education Act: A Legal Tug-of-War between Secularism, Religious Rights, and State Control
The SC upheld the UP Madarsa Act, balancing state regulation with minority rights, emphasizing secularism as coexistence, not negation, ensuring quality education without infringing religious freedoms.
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Aligarh Muslim University’s Minority Status: A Landmark Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling restored Aligarh Muslim University’s minority status, overturning a 1967 decision. This landmark judgment redefines Article 30 protections for minority institutions in India.
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Understanding Anuradha Bhasin v. Union of India: The Kashmir Internet Shut-down case
This case also boiled around to discover as to what is more important, liberty or security? And to strike a balance between liberty and security issues to an extent that fundamental rights are secured and enjoyed in the most appropriate way.
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नंगे राष्ट्र का कानून
– बेरहम देश में महिलाओ के खिलाफ अपराध बहुत बढ़
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Australia passes the Draconian ‘Surveillance Bill’
The post-Internet age has seen a clash between the Privacy
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Dalit Horrors Remembrance Day: Commemorating the weeks into 75th Independence Day
Vandana Katariya.
The Indian prodigy, who was India’s top goal scorer in 2013 Junior World Cup. The Hockey India’s Player of the Year 2014. Got us Silver at Asian Champion Trophy 2018, and becoming the Player of the Tournament Award.
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Principle of Non-Retroactivity of Penal Statues: A Fundamental Human Right?
Introduction The deep-rooted antipathy towards retrospective laws is an ancient
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Making Sense of the RTI and its 2019 Amendment: A paradigm for ‘Swarth Rajya’
This right is not expressly mentioned in the Indian Constitution but can be derived from Article 19 and 21 respectively.
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Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2017: Parody or Necessity?
INTRODUCTION Since Independence and even before that, advocates held a
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What is Yellow Journalism in India?
Yellow journalism in India reflects sensationalism aimed at profits, often infringing on rights. While traditional media follows ethics, new media amplifies misinformation, requiring regulatory frameworks.
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What is Yellow Journalism in India?
Yellow journalism in India reflects sensationalism aimed at profits, often infringing on rights. While traditional media follows ethics, new media amplifies misinformation, requiring regulatory frameworks.
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What are the Inherent Powers of Courts under the Code of Civil Procedure?
The inherent powers of courts under CPC (Sections 148–153, esp. Section 151) ensure justice by addressing procedural gaps, safeguarding equity, and preventing abuse while respecting statutory limits.
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What are the Statutory Registers required under The Companies Act, 2013?
Statutory registers under the Companies Act, 2013 are essential for maintaining corporate governance, compliance, and transparency. They track shareholder details, financial records, and important company decisions.
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What are Unlawful Agreements?
Unlawful agreements violate law, public policy, or morals, rendering them void under Section 23 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872. They differ from illegal agreements, which involve criminal acts.
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Investigative Journalism or Privacy Invasion? Legal Analysis of Sting Operations in India
Sting operations are key investigative tools that expose corruption but often clash with privacy rights. Balancing freedom of the press with ethical limits raises significant legal and moral questions in India.
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What are the stages of crime under criminal law?
The stages of crime—intention, preparation, attempt, and commission—help determine criminal liability under Indian law, assessing the progression from thought to action for appropriate legal consequences.
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What is Waqf Under Muslim Law?
Wakf is the permanent dedication of property for religious or charitable purposes under Muslim law, either by will or during the dedicator's life, and governed by statutory provisions.
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What is the process for listing securities?
Listing securities involves registering financial instruments on a stock exchange, ensuring transparency and access to capital. Companies must meet regulatory requirements for investor protection.
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What is Law of Guardianship under Muslim law?
Under Muslim law, guardianship (Wilayat) includes managing a minor's personal and property interests. Types include natural, testamentary, court-appointed, and de-facto guardians, prioritizing the child's welfare.
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Legal Maxim: Novus Actus Interveniens
Novus Actus Interveniens is a legal doctrine that breaks the chain of causation, relieving a defendant of liability when an unforeseeable, independent act intervenes between their action and the resulting harm.
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Legal Maxim: Novus Actus Interveniens
Novus Actus Interveniens is a legal doctrine that breaks the chain of causation, relieving a defendant of liability when an unforeseeable, independent act intervenes between their action and the resulting harm.
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Legal Maxim: De minimis non curat lex
“De minimis non curat lex,” a Latin maxim meaning “The law does not concern itself with trifles,” signifies that courts should not waste time on minor, insignificant matters. Originating from Roman law, this principle is reflected in Section 95 of the Indian Penal Code, which prevents penalizing tri
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Legal Maxim: Suppressio Veri or Suggestio Falsi
The legal maxim “suppressio veri or suggestio falsi” signifies that the suppression of truth is equivalent to the suggestion of falsehood. This principle holds that if either the omission of relevant facts or the presentation of false information regarding a material fact in a contract can be proven
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Legal Maxim: Noscitur a Sociis
The legal maxim “Noscitur a Sociis” means “it is known by its associates.” This doctrine asserts that the meaning of an unclear word in a statute or contract should be determined by the words surrounding it. It emphasizes context, ensuring the interpretation aligns with the document’s overall intent
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Glossary: Nemo Debet Esse Judex In Propria Sua Causa
“Nemo debet esse judex in propria sua causa” is a Latin legal maxim meaning “no one should be a judge in their own cause.” This principle ensures fairness and impartiality in legal proceedings by preventing conflicts of interest. It upholds the integrity of the judicial system by guaranteeing that d
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Glossary: Allegans Contraria Non Est Audiendus
“Allegans contraria non est audiendus,” a Latin legal maxim, translates to “a person alleging contradictory facts is not to be heard.” This principle emphasizes consistency in legal arguments, asserting that one cannot present conflicting statements or claims within the same case. It is fundamental
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Vakalatnama
A Vakalatnama is a legal document authorizing an advocate to represent a client in a court of law. It grants the lawyer the power to act on behalf of the client, including filing suits, attending hearings, and signing pleadings. Typically, the client signs the Vakalatnama, and it is submitted to the
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Legal Maxim: Actori Incumbit Onus Probandi
Actori Incumbit Onus Probandi, a Latin legal maxim, means “the burden of proof lies on the plaintiff.” The burden of proof requires the plaintiff to establish the facts of the case to the requisite standard of proof, typically “beyond a reasonable doubt” in criminal cases and “preponderance of evide
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Legal Maxim: Expressio Unius Est Exclusio Alterius
xpressio Unius Est Exclusio Alterius is a legal maxim meaning “the expression of one thing is the exclusion of another.” It is used in statutory interpretation to infer that if a law explicitly mentions certain items, other items not mentioned are excluded.