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Weapon or Watchdog? The Dual Identity of the Enforcement Directorate

The Genesis of the Directorate (1956 to Now) The Enforcement Directorate was formed on the 1st of May, in the year 1956. The organization was originally named as "Enforcement Unit" in the Department of Economic Affairs. The Enforcement Unit was given the singular task of handling the violations of the Foreign Exchange Regulation Act of 1947. The FERA of 1947 was an extremely significa..

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Introduction to Trademark Law in India: Concept, Evolution and Legal Framework

SYNOPSIS Introduction Concept and Meaning of Trademarks Historical Evolution of Trademark Law in India Legal Framework Governing Trademarks in India Types of Trademarks Recognized in India Importance of Trademarks in the Modern Economy Challenges in Trademark Law in India Contemporary Relevance of Trademark P..

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Madras HC Dismisses Plea For Removal Of Temple From Land Earmarked For Park With Rs 1 Lakh Cost

It stands to reason that while taking the right stand, the Madras High Court in a most learned, laudable, landmark, logical and latest judgment titled Jesudass Cornelius v. The District Collector & Ors. in WP No. 1200 of 2022 and WMP No. 1269 of 2022 & 6288 of 2025 that was pronounced on 04-03-2026 and then finally uploaded on 07/04/2026 has dismissed a writ petition that sought to dire..

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Inflation Does Not Discriminate: The Supreme Court on Dearness allowance, Dearness relief and the Limits of Financial Justification - An Analysis of State of Kerala vs. M. Vijayakumar

Index of Headings Introduction  Background: A Three Percent Gap and a Constitutional Question Arguments on Both Sides The Constitutional Framework: Twin Tests and Their Application The Financial Crunch Argument: How Far Does It Go? Precedents Distinguished: Entitlement vs. Quantum Significance of the Ruling ..

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Religious Institutions Can Claim Compensation For The Death Of Their Head In A Road Accident: Karnataka HC

 It is worth paying singular attention that in a very significant development, we see that the Kalaburagi Bench of Karnataka High Court at Bengaluru in a most learned, laudable, landmark, logical and latest oral judgment titled SB Shivamurthy Shivachary Hiremutt vs Shabir Ahamed and Ors in Miscl. First Appeal No.200322 of 2024 (MV-D) and cited in Neutral Citation No.: NC: 2026:KHC-K:2871-D..

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Release First-Time Offenders Who Have Served More Than One-Third Of Their Maximum Sentence In Jail: Delhi HC

 It is entirely in the fitness of things that while taking the right step in the right direction, the Delhi High Court in a most learned, laudable, landmark, logical and latest oral judgment titled Rishabh Gehlot Vs State (NCT of Delhi) in Bail Appln. 2071/2025 and cited in Neutral Citation No.: 2026:DHC:3039 that was pronounced as recently as on 13.04.2026 has directed all the district co..

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Doctrine of Passing off Protection of Unregistered Trademarks in India

I. Introduction In the competitive landscape of modern commerce, a brand's identity is one of its most valuable assets. India's legal system recognises two parallel tracks of trademark protection: statutory protection for registered trademarks under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, and common law protection for unregistered marks through the doctrine of passing off. The doctrine of ..

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No Law Prohibits Disclosure Of The Name of An Accused Persons: Sikkim HC

It is entirely in the fitness of things that the Sikkim High Court at Gangtok in a most learned, laudable, landmark, logical and latest oral judgment titled Rabden Sherpa vs State of Sikkim in W.P. (C) No. 07 of 2026 that was head and pronounced on 07.04.2026 and then finally uploaded on 09.04.2025 while granting relief to Sikkim Chronicle deemed it fit to dismiss a plea seeking the removal of ..

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No Law Prohibits Disclosure Of The Name of An Accused Persons: Sikkim HC

It is entirely in the fitness of things that the Sikkim High Court at Gangtok in a most learned, laudable, landmark, logical and latest oral judgment titled Rabden Sherpa vs State of Sikkim in W.P. (C) No. 07 of 2026 that was head and pronounced on 07.04.2026 and then finally uploaded on 09.04.2025 while granting relief to Sikkim Chronicle deemed it fit to dismiss a plea seeking the removal of ..

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Call for Papers Vol 1

1.PLAGIARISM POLICY: Papers submitted for publication to Joint Jurist Journal must be plagiarism free otherwise it will be rejected (nominal percentage of similarity is acceptable). The Journal uses paid software to detect the Plagiarism. But, however, it is the duty of the author(s) to ensure the originality. The Journal shall not be liable for any plagiarism o..

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First Contract Drafting Guide: Essential Insights for Young Lawyers

Early assignments in most law firms include preparing a services agreement or confidentiality clause. The task looks simple until cross-references break, definitions drift, and signature blocks misstate company names. Errors in a first draft can damage billing cycles, client trust, and partner reviews, so a clear framework safeguards both reputation and time. Many junior associates meet..

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Section 28 of Trademark Act: Exclusive Rights, Limitations, and Protections

Introduction   In today’s competitive market, a trademark is more than just a logo or brand name but an important asset which stands for trust and reputation. Legal enforceability is thus the strength of a trademark. The Trade Marks Act, 1999, states that registering a trademark provides a brand more than just an identity but strong legal rights, primarily ..

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Guardrails Against Executive Overreach: The Supreme Court Reaffirms Congress’s Exclusive Tariff Authority and Limits Emergency Power Expansion

Index of Headings Background: IEEPA and the Tariff Regime The Cases That Reached the Supreme Court The Constitutional Foundation: Congress Holds the Purse The Statutory Question: What Does Regulate Actually Mean? The Major Questions Doctrine The Dissent What the Ruling Does and Does Not Cover Aftermath: The A..

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Written Grounds Of Arrest To Be Provided Mandatorily Before Remand: SC

 It is definitely in the fitness of things that while striking the right chord at the right time, the Supreme Court in a most learned, laudable, landmark, logical and latest judgment titled Dr Rajinder Rajan v. Union of India & Anr in Criminal Appeal No(s). of 2026 (Arising out of SLP(Crl.) No(s). 3326 of 2026) With Criminal Appeal No(s). of 2026 (Arising out of SLP(Crl.) No(s). 3327 o..

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What The Law Calls Obscene

I. Introduction Words slip out in daily talk that make listeners wince. Some speech unsettles, stuns, or makes cheeks flush. Then again, obscenity stands apart - defined tightly within Indian law as an act punishable by penalty. Blurring these lines has often twisted routine coarseness into grounds for harsh charges. Since ages, this mix-up has fed abuse of the legal system. On April ..

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