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UP Court convicts former MLA Mukhtar Ansari in 32-year-old Awadhesh Rai murder case
MP/MLA Court, Varanasi: Avanish Gautam, Special Judge, MP-MLA Court convicted and sentenced former Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Mukhtar Ansari to life

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Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Apoorva
Case Briefs Supreme Court

Explained| Supreme Court’s decision on Liability for payment of Stamp Duty in Immovable Property Sale Deeds
The Supreme Court ruled that the value of the plant and machinery must be considered and ascertained for payment of stamp duty on sale deeds.

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Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Editor_4
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Know Thy Judge | 37th Chief Justice of Kerala High Court: Justice S.V. Bhatti
Justice S.V. Bhatti assumed office as 37th Chief Justice of Kerala High Court consequent upon the retirement of former Chief Justice, Justice S. Mani kumar. He has formerly served as the Judge in High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad for the State of Telangana and the State of Andhra Pradesh.

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Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Arunima
Case Briefs Supreme Court

Supreme Court stays Allahabad High Court order seeking report on rape victim’s mangal dosh
The Allahabad High Court had directed the Astrology Department of Lucknow University to determine if the alleged rape victim is a Mangalik, after the accused refused to marry her due to her Mangal Dosh.

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Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Prachi Bhardwaj
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Gokulraj Murder Case: Madras High Court upholds Conviction
In 2015, a young Dalit Engineering student was abducted, and his head was severed for allegedly having a relationship with an upper caste woman.

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Published on June 2, 2023June 2, 2023By Editor_4

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Case Briefs

Can Corporate Debtor raise issue of pre-existing dispute if there is no evidence of any lacuna prior to demand notice? NCLAT answers

“The Adjudicating Authority does not appear to have committed any error in holding the alleged disputes claimed by the Corporate Debtor to be feeble as it is not supported by credible evidence.” NCLAT

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Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Ritu

Case Briefs

“Nudity and obscenity not always synonymous”; Kerala High Court discharges mother who exposed upper naked body for painting by minor children

Kerala High Court started with a quote by — Mitch Albom which reads as “When you look into your mother’s eyes, you know that is the purest love you can find on this Earth.”

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Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Ridhi

Case Briefs

Decoding Madras High Court verdict on Gokulraj Murder committed “under the influence of demon called caste”

Madras High Court said that this is a case which brings out the dark side of human behavior. It focuses our attention on the ugly facets of our society; the caste system, bigotry, inhuman treatment of persons belonging to the marginalised section etc.

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Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Apoorva

News

UP Court convicts former MLA Mukhtar Ansari in 32-year-old Awadhesh Rai murder case

MP/MLA Court, Varanasi: Avanish Gautam, Special Judge, MP-MLA Court convicted and sentenced former Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Mukhtar Ansari to life

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Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Apoorva

Case Briefs

Delhi High Court grants bail to Bhushan Power and Steel Limited CFO in investigation launched by SFIO

Delhi High Court observed that while grave allegations have been made qua the applicant with regard to connivance/conspiring with the promoters and other co-accused, no allegation with regard to his receiving benefits has been made.

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Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Arunima

OP. ED.

The Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023: A Game Changer for Mergers and Acquisitions

by Aayushi Singh† and Pavitra Dubey††

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Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Editor_4

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Experts Corner

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Heinz India Verdict – The Subtleties Segregating Medicaments and Cosmetics

Published on June 2, 2023June 2, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

enforceability of arbitral award

The Conundrum Surrounding the Unilateral Appointment of Arbitrators and its Implications on the Enforceability of Arbitral Awards – An Analysis

Published on June 2, 2023June 2, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

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Mining in Eco-Sensitive Zone is Prohibited even if its Boundaries Extend Beyond one Kilometre: Supreme Court clarifies

Published on June 1, 2023June 1, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

round-tripping dilemma

Changes in India’s Overseas Investment Framework: Addressing the Round-Tripping Dilemma

Published on May 26, 2023May 26, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

tussle for control of services

Tussle for Control of “Services” – Ultimate Saga of Never-Ending Battle of Federalism Between Union and GNCTD

Published on May 22, 2023May 22, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

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Tax versus Fee: Are they Mutually Exclusive? Not always!

Published on May 19, 2023May 19, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

Case Analyses

Supreme Court

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Explained| Supreme Court’s decision on Liability for payment of Stamp Duty in Immovable Property Sale Deeds

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Editor_4

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Supreme Court stays Allahabad High Court order seeking report on rape victim’s mangal dosh

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Prachi Bhardwaj

land dispute

Confusing facts; unanswered issues: SC asks Allahabad HC to decide long drawn land dispute between State and Private parties within a year

Published on June 1, 2023June 1, 2023By Ridhi

caste based insult

Does ‘Caste based insult’ include calling person belonging to Scheduled Caste or Tribe “Bewakoof”, “Murkh”, “Chor”? Supreme Court answers

Published on May 30, 2023May 30, 2023By Prachi Bhardwaj

High Courts

body painting by children

“Nudity and obscenity not always synonymous”; Kerala High Court discharges mother who exposed upper naked body for painting by minor children

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Ridhi

madras high court

Decoding Madras High Court verdict on Gokulraj Murder committed “under the influence of demon called caste”

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Apoorva

delhi high court

Delhi High Court grants bail to Bhushan Power and Steel Limited CFO in investigation launched by SFIO

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Arunima

punjab and haryana high court

[Navjot Singh Sidhu Security] Punjab and Haryana High Court directs State authorities to assess threat perception and take corrective steps

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Ridhi

More from Courts

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Can Corporate Debtor raise issue of pre-existing dispute if there is no evidence of any lacuna prior to demand notice? NCLAT answers

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Ritu

national green tribunal

Mula-Mutha Riverfront Project: NGT prohibits PMC from cutting any trees till July 31

Published on June 5, 2023June 3, 2023By Editor_4

national company law appellate tribunal

NCLAT modifies Rs Ten Lakh cost for being highly excessive

Published on May 31, 2023May 31, 2023By Ritu

national company law appellate tribunal

No benefit to Corporate Debtor, if Criminal Proceedings were initiated after receipt of Demand Notice: NCLAT upholds NCLT’s order

Published on May 31, 2023May 31, 2023By Ritu

Interviews

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In conversation with Adv. Abhinay Sharma, founder of ASL Partners, on their 11 years into litigation.

Published on May 30, 2023May 30, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

vaneet kaur sokhi

“It all starts from a healthy thought and strategy within our minds” says Vaneet Kaur Sokhi on clearing Haryana Judicial Services Examination

Published on May 27, 2023May 27, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

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In Conversation with Vidya Ann Jacob, Fulbright-Kalam Climate Fellow

Published on May 23, 2023May 23, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

meghmala mukherjee

Meghmala Mukherjee talks about importance of Masters degree from a Reputed University

Published on April 29, 2023April 29, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

ranjana adhikari

In conversation with Ranjana Adhikari, Partner (TMT), IndusLaw on her journey, leadership, and more

Published on April 19, 2023April 20, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

v.c. mathews

In conversation with V.C. Mathews, Group Head, Fox Mandal on his passion towards IP Rights

Published on April 15, 2023April 15, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

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Op. Ed.

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The Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023: A Game Changer for Mergers and Acquisitions

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Editor_4

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Solving a Paradox: Grant of Pre-Arrest Bail to an Arrestee

Published on June 4, 2023June 3, 2023By Editor_4

vidarbha

An Advocate “for” Vidarbha

Published on June 2, 2023June 1, 2023By Editor_4

romeo juliet

Critique on the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Amendment) Bill, 2021 in the Light of “Romeo-Juliet” Clause under POCSO Act and Impact of the Bill on Infant Mortality Rate and Maternal Mortality Rate in India

Published on June 1, 2023May 31, 2023By Editor_4

group of companies

Tangling the Non-Signatories without “Consent”: Rethinking the “Group of Companies” Doctrine

Published on May 31, 2023May 31, 2023By Editor_4

disclosure framework

Analysing SEBI’s Proposals to the Disclosure Framework

Published on May 29, 2023May 29, 2023By Editor_4

News

mla mukhtar ansari

UP Court convicts former MLA Mukhtar Ansari in 32-year-old Awadhesh Rai murder case

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Apoorva

investec capital services india private limited

Khaitan & Co acts as Indian legal counsel to the Investec Capital Services India Private Limited in relation to the secondary sale of equity shares

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

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Law Commission recommends not to change Law on Adverse Possession

Published on June 3, 2023June 3, 2023By Kriti

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ONGC organises Interactive Legal Workshop on “Mediation & Conciliation as ADR: PSUs Perspective”

Published on June 3, 2023June 5, 2023By Apoorva

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Khaitan & Co. acts as Legal Counsel to JSW Infrastructure Limited as to Indian Law in relation to the draft red herring prospectus

Published on June 3, 2023June 3, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

madras high court

Gokulraj Murder Case: Madras High Court upholds Conviction

Published on June 2, 2023June 2, 2023By Editor_4

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Law Commission recommends retaining of Sedition Law in IPC with increased punishment

Published on June 2, 2023June 2, 2023By Kriti

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Arun C Mohan joins Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. as an ‘Of Counsel’ in the Firm’s Dispute Resolution Practice in Chennai

Published on June 2, 2023June 2, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

Legislation Updates

Govt revises LLP Form No 3 vide Limited Liability Partnership (Amendment) Rules, 2023

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Kriti

MoHFW includes State Medical Devices Testing Labs under the ambit of Medical Devices Rules, 2017

Published on June 5, 2023June 5, 2023By Kriti

MCA notifies Companies (Accounts) Second Amendment Rules, 2023; Form CSR-2 to be submitted separately for FY 2022-2023

Published on June 3, 2023June 3, 2023By Kriti

Law Commission recommends retaining of Sedition Law in IPC with increased punishment

Published on June 2, 2023June 2, 2023By Kriti

CBDT notifies e-Appeals Scheme 2023 to streamline TDS and TCS appeals

Published on June 1, 2023June 1, 2023By Kriti

Authorized Person to carry Human Organ/Tissue for the purpose of Transplantation in Metro Railway

Published on June 1, 2023June 1, 2023By Kriti

Law School News

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Call For Papers| Journal Climate Law, published by Brill/Nijhoff | Climate Change Law in India [ Submit Abstract by 30 September 2023]

Published on June 2, 2023June 2, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

HNLU

HNLU receives the Intellectual Property Chair of the Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion (CIPAM) of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Published on May 29, 2023May 29, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

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Call for Papers | Two days E-International Seminar on Contemporary Issues in Intellectual Property Rights [Submit Abstract by June 25]

Published on May 29, 2023May 29, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

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Call for Papers | RGNUL One Day National Seminar on Sports Law in India [Submit Abstract by July 15]

Published on May 27, 2023May 27, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

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1st National Mediation Competition [Virtual; June 23-25]: Provisionally Register by May 31

Published on May 27, 2023May 27, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

LIVE | 4th Gurjeet Singh Memorial National Law Moot Court Competition, 2023

Published on May 27, 2023May 28, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

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MAIMS 3rd International Model United Nations, 2023

Published on May 26, 2023May 26, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

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Fourth NLUJ CSBF Essay Competition, 2023

Published on May 25, 2023May 25, 2023By Bhumika Indulia

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