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Independent directors, per India regulations, play a pivotal role in balancing corporate interests and enhancing governance in companies. As per the Companies Act 2013, they offer expertise without being involved in daily operations. Their role spans guidance, risk management, stakeholder protection, and ethical oversight. Qualifications are stringent, ensuring independence. There are limits on directorships, and […]

What can I do if my company is not paying my salary?

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What can you do if your employer does not pay your salary or infinitely delays it? It is quite common in India for employers to deny salary to employees, especially at the time of firing them. They think that employee’s have no options or the resources to pursue a case against an employer. In reality, […]

Rights for Private Employees by the Indian Labour Laws.

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Recently, while I was changing jobs, I went through my previous employment contract and the appointment letter to analyse what are the real-life implications of my resignation. Sadly, due to lack of legal knowledge, I could not claim my bonus based on the agreement. I realized I had to know how to draft a resignation […]

How to Send a Legal Notice in India.

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A legal notice is a written communication that the affected party sends to the opposing party, informing them of the legal action they plan to take against them. This is done when the affected party has suffered a civil grievance and is seeking compensation or legal remedy. The legal notice is a formal and […]

How to get a Gun License in India?

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Approaching a gun license in India is not an easy task for everyone. The concept of a Gun License in India comes under the Arms Act of 1959. Any citizen of India who wants to own a gun is allowed to buy only NPB guns. This act has the provision which allows civilians to get […]

Law of Defamation in India.

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Introduction A man’s reputation is considered valuable property and every man has a right to protect his reputation. This right is acknowledged as an inherent personal right and is a jus in rem i.e., a right good against all persons in the world. Defamation refers to any oral or written statement made by a person […]

Defamation and freedom of speech under tort law

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Introduction Freedom of speech exists in clear opposition to defamation, which both operate as separate yet incompatible legal principles. False statements that damage reputation fall into the category of defamation through its two subtypes: written defamation, also known as libel and verbal defamation, known as slander. A democratic society relies on freedom of speech to […]

The Different type of Marriage in Hinduism.

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In the pre-Vedic and Vedic periods, there were different forms of Hindu marriage. Some of these forms were widely accepted, while others were prohibited. However, after the codification of Hindu Law and the enactment of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, monogamy is the only form of marriage accepted and widely practiced by people belonging to the […]

Bar Associations Are Not “State” Under Article 12 Of The Constitution Of India: Bombay High Court

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Bar Associations if held to be a “State” within the meaning of Article 12 of the Constitution of India, it would certainly lead to a “chaotic” situation, the Bombay High Court held recently. A division bench of Justices Girish Kulkarni and Advait Sethna dismissed the petition filed by four advocates challenging the notice issued by the Kolhapur District Bar […]

Insurance Law in India

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Insurance has a deep-rooted history in India. Various forms of writing can be seen in Manusmriti, Dharmasastra, and Arthashastra. This blog unfolds the history of Insurance law and its development in India. It further discusses the regulatory body of Insurance in India, its roles and functions, and powers and responsibilities. We further delve into the […]

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What are The Role Of Independent Directors In Corporate Governance in India?

What can I do if my company is not paying my salary?

Rights for Private Employees by the Indian Labour Laws.

How to Send a Legal Notice in India.

How to get a Gun License in India?

Law of Defamation in India.

Defamation and freedom of speech under tort law

The Different type of Marriage in Hinduism.

Bar Associations Are Not “State” Under Article 12 Of The Constitution Of India: Bombay High Court