Comments Invited to Revise the ABS Guidelines, 2014 (December 17)

Image by macrovector on Freepik The National Biodiversity Authority has invited comments to revise the Guidelines on Access to Biological Resources and Associated Knowledge and Benefits Sharing Regulations, 2014 better known as the ABS Guidelines, 2014. The notice has cited the recent amendments to the Biological Diversity Act, 2002 (see here) and Biological Diversity Rules,

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Notice Period and Termination Clauses: Legal Insights

In the dynamic world of employment, notice periods and termination clauses hold critical importance. These provisions outline the rights and obligations of both employers and employees during the termination of employment contracts. This article delves into the legal insights surrounding notice periods and termination clauses, exploring their significance, key elements, and legal framework. Introduction A

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SUPREME COURT HOLDS THAT POLICE INVESTIGATION SHOULD ALWAYS BE IMPARTIAL AND NOT GUIDED BY PERSONAL OR POLITICAL VENDETTA

SUPREME COURT HOLDS THAT POLICE INVESTIGATION SHOULD ALWAYS BE IMPARTIAL AND NOT GUIDED BY PERSONAL OR POLITICAL VENDETTA A two Judge Bench of the Hon’ble Supreme Court comprising of Justice B. V. Nagarathna and Justice Pankaj Mithal passed a judgement dated 04.12.2024 in the matter of Kabir Shankar Bose v. State of West Bengal Writ

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Balancing Tradition and Modern Governance: The Oachira Temple Judgment

Balancing Tradition and Modern Governance: The Oachira Temple Judgment The Supreme Court of India, on December 3, 2024, delivered a significant judgment in the case Oachira Parabrahma Temple & Anr. Vs. G. Vijayanathakurup and Ors. (2024 INSC 922). This case revolved around the administration and management of the historic Oachira Parabrahma Temple, located in Kerala.

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Case Summary: Re: Right to Privacy of Adolescents (2024) | Applicability of Section 6 of the POCSO Act

The Supreme Court of India delivered a significant judgment, concerning the rights and protections of adolescents under the law, particularly in cases involving sexual offences and the role of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act). This case involved appeals, constitutional questions, and a suo motu writ initiated by the Court.

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Odisha Judicial Services Exam Mains 2022 Paper I | General English

Candidates preparing for the Odisha Judicial Services Exam should solve the Odisha Judicial Services Mains 2022 Paper I (General English) and other previous years’ question papers as part of their preparation for the Prelims and Mains. Practicing these papers helps aspirants understand the syllabus better and prepare strategically by focusing on the types of questions

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