Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code, a colonial-era law, criminalized "unnatural offenses," including consensual same-sex relationships. However, in a historic judgment on September 6, 2018, the Supreme Court of India decriminalized consensual homosexual acts between adults, marking a significant ...
The journey toward equality for LGBTQ+ communities in India has been marked by significant legal and social milestones. From the decriminalization of same-sex relationships to ongoing debates about marriage equality and adoption rights, the evolution of LGBTQ+ rights reflects the ...
We recognize that the right to adopt is one of the most debated and sensitive issues for LGBTQ+ couples in India. Despite increasing societal awareness and progressive judicial rulings, the Indian legal framework still presents substantial challenges for LGBTQ+ individuals ...
As legal professionals, we recognize the profound implications of the Supreme Court of India's recent deliberations on same-sex marriage. While the Court refrained from granting full marriage equality, the discussions have paved the way for significant legal discourse on LGBTQ+ ...
Receiving a summons from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) can be stressful and confusing for individuals, business owners, and company directors. However, understanding your legal rights and obligations can help you respond effectively and avoid serious consequences. This guide explains what ...
The Supreme Court on Thursday (October 19) set aside the conviction and death sentence of a man accused of kidnapping, raping, and murdering a three-month-old infant after noting that he had not been give a 'proper opportunity' to defend himself. ...
In today's digital era, the concept of "digital arrest" has taken center stage, reflecting the evolving legal response to cyber crimes in India. With the rise in online fraud, hacking, cyberbullying, and identity theft, the need to protect citizens and ...
A seven-judge bench of the Supreme Court on Wednesday (December 13) ruled that arbitration clauses in unstamped or inadequately stamped agreements are enforceable. Insufficiency of stamping does not make the agreement void or unenforceable but makes it inadmissible in evidence. ...
Why Smart Businesses Invest in Legal Clarity Before Signing, Not After a Dispute Begins In business, partnerships are built on trust.Transactions are built on opportunity.But when disputes arise, courts do not interpret trust—they interpret documents. One poorly drafted agreement, one ...
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has told the Supreme Court that once a cellular mobile telephone number is deactivated for non-usage or disconnected on the request of the subscriber, it is not allocated to a new subscriber for ...