SAT Quells SEBI’s Order Against Former PTC India CMD Rajib Kumar Mishra Deems the allegations of corporate governance lapses against him baseless The Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) has quashed the order of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) that restrained former PTC India Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) Rajib Kumar Mishra from being
... Continue Reading.Is One Nation One Subscription A Panacea for the Gap in Widespread Access to Knowledge?
Cover page of the “Power of One” by Bryce Courtenay (image from here) [This post is co-authored with SpicyIP intern Shravya Pandre. Shravya is a third year BA.LLB. Hons. student at The National Academy of Legal Studies and Research, Hyderabad.] By now most of our readers would have heard about the ambitious “One Nation One
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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,
... Continue Reading.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
... Continue Reading.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
... Continue Reading.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.
... Continue Reading.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.
... Continue Reading.CGST And Central Excise Serve Rs.802 Crore Demand Order To Zomato For Delivery Charges
CGST And Central Excise Serve Rs.802 Crore Demand Order To Zomato For Delivery Charges It covers unpaid taxes from October 2019 to March 2022 The Joint Commissioner of the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) and the Central Excise, Thane Commissionerate, Maharashtra has sent an order to Zomato, confirming the demand of Rs.401,70,14,706 Goods and
... Continue Reading.ALMT Legal Advised Lumina Datamatics On Acquisition Of TNQ Tech
ALMT Legal Advised Lumina Datamatics On Acquisition Of TNQ Tech Lumina Datamatics Limited (LDL) has entered into definitive agreements to acquire TNQ Tech Private Limited (TNQ) through a two-stage secondary purchase from the shareholders of TNQ. The acquisition is a strategic move by LDL to expand its digital publishing capabilities. The first tranche consideration is
... Continue Reading.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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