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DR. RINI JOHAR & ANR. vs. STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH & ORS.
DR. RINI JOHAR & ANR. vs. STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH & ORS.
July 24, 2025•6 min read
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Blockchain and Evidence Law: Legal Recognition and Admissibility Challenges in India
The emergence of blockchain technology as a revolutionary digital ledger system has fundamentally challenged traditional concepts of evidence verification, authentication, and admissibility in legal proceedings.
July 22, 2025•15 min read
Litigation Finance Boom: Regulatory Relief and Court Wins Propel Industry into Spotlight
The U.S. litigation funding sector is enjoying a series of positive developments this week, including significant legislative relief in Washington and legal victories for its leading entity, Burford Capital. On Capitol Hill, the U.S. Senate’s parliamentarian eliminated a substantial proposed tax on litigation financials from the extensive budget bill under consideration, which Senate Republicans approved on Tuesday.
July 19, 2025•3 min read
Supreme Court: Legal Heirs of Negligent Driver Not Eligible for Compensation Under Motor Vehicles Act
The Supreme Court of India, on July 2, 2025, held that if a person dies in a crash because of their own negligent and rash driving, their heirs and family members are not entitled to compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act. 1988.
July 19, 2025•4 min read
Supreme Court Admits PIL on Uniform Marriage Age: A Step Towards Gender Equality?
The Supreme Court of India has taken a major step that could open the doors to gender-neutral personal laws by accepting a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that calls upon the uniformity of the minimum marriage age across the genders and the communities.
July 15, 2025•4 min read
HIGH-STAKES ANI VS. WIKIMEDIA FREE-SPEECH RULING IN INDIA
The Supreme Court of India recently overturned the Delhi High Court's temporary orders against the Wikimedia Foundation, the non-profit group that runs Wikipedia. This was a turning point for online speech and press freedom in India. Asian News International (ANI), one of India's biggest news wire services, started the case after a Wikipedia article called ANI a "government mouthpiece" or "propaganda outlet."
July 15, 2025•4 min read
Can India’s Taboo on Sex Education be Legally Dismantled?
Sex education is standard information on subjects such as body autonomy, healthy relationships, consent, intercourse, and many more. India is a country with a lot of traditions, customs, and stereotypes.
July 15, 2025•7 min read
Time for Takeoff: Why India Needs an Independent Aircraft Accident Investigation Mechanism
Time for Takeoff: Why India Needs an Independent Aircraft Accident Investigation Mechanism
July 11, 2025•5 min read
Mob Lynchings and the Problem of Blackmailing Human Rights: A Socio-Legal Analysis
Mob lynching refers to violent, illegal killing by mobs of people without any legal trial. The actions are usually fueled by rumors, religious or caste hatred, and political motives.
July 11, 2025•19 min read
Internship Opportunity at LEX Law Offices: Apply Now!
LEX is one of Iceland´s leading law firms, providing clients with comprehensive services over a wide range of financial, corporate and commercial issues, as well as most other aspects of Icelandic law.
July 3, 2025•1 min read
Internship Opportunity at Triple ‘A’ Law Partners: Apply Now!
Triple A Law Partners, a dedicated IPR (Intellectual Property Rights) boutique law firm committed to safeguarding your ideas, creativity, and identity.
July 3, 2025•1 min read
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