Rules Relating to the Burden of Proof under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA), which replaced the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, aims to modernise evidentiary rules in light of technological advancement, evolving jurisprudence, and societal expectations. One of the most foundational concepts retained and refined under the new Adhiniyam is that of the burden of proof. Burden of proof determines who must prove

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Christianity Has No Caste, Dalit Converts Cannot Invoke SC/ST Act: Andhra Pradesh High Court

It is certainly a matter of huge significance especially for those who prefer to convert to other religion from Hinduism hoping to get adequate protection from rampant discrimination pertaining to caste abuse among other things that none other than the Andhra Pradesh High Court itself at Amaravati in a most relevant, remarkable, rational, robust and

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International Humanitarian Law and the Natural Environment

Armed conflicts pose not only a grave threat to human life and infrastructure but also to the natural environment. Environmental damage in times of war can be immediate and catastrophic or long-term and insidious, impacting ecosystems, biodiversity, and climate for decades. As environmental consciousness has grown globally, so has the recognition that International Humanitarian Law

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Khaitan & Co Advised Simplex Infrastructures On The Restructuring Of INR 10,295.47 Crore Debt Owed To NARCL

Khaitan & Co advised Simplex Infrastructures on the restructuring of INR 10,295.47 crore debt owed to NARCL Khaitan & Co advised Simplex Infrastructures Limited (“Company”) on the restructuring of its outstanding debt of INR 10,295.47 crore owed to National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (“NARCL”). As part of the debt restructuring, a portion of the debt

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Assessment of Charitable Trusts under the Income Tax Act, 1961

Charitable and religious trusts in India are vital institutions contributing to social welfare by promoting education, healthcare, relief to the poor, environmental protection, and religious advancement. Recognising their role, the Income Tax Act, 1961 provides various exemptions and incentives to such organisations. However, to ensure these benefits are not misused, the Act outlines detailed provisions

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“Every Girl Has a Constitutional Right to Free and Compulsory Education…Here’s What the Rajasthan High Court Says”

In a compelling affirmation of constitutional rights and human dignity, the Rajasthan High Court has once again reminded the nation of its solemn obligation to protect and empower its children, particularly its girls. In Victim v. State of Rajasthan & Ors. (S.B. Civil Writ Petition No. 821/2024), The High Court Bench at Jaipur, led by

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Khaitan & Co Advised Alkem MedTech On The Acquisition Of 100% Shareholding In Bombay Ortho Industries

Khaitan & Co advised Alkem MedTech on the acquisition of 100% shareholding in Bombay Ortho Industries Khaitan & Co advised Alkem MedTech Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alkem Laboratories Limited, on its acquisition of 100% of the shareholding of Bombay Ortho Industries Private Limited. This transaction was structured as a share purchase, with

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