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Introduction  The advancement of the economic and financial systems has led to the rise of complex economic offenses which are not only difficult to trace but also adversely affect the nations’ economic assets. One such economic offense is money laundering. Money laundering is defined as the coordinated and systematic transfer of illicit funds through several financial sy..

Introduction The growing rate of gun-related violence is increasing the pressure on US lawmakers to bring about greater regulation and stringent laws relating to gun control. However, the right to possess guns for the purpose of self-defense is regarded as a fundamental right that cannot be infringed by the state. This has led to several debates r..

Introduction  According to the Indian Constitution, the President of India will always be in office (See Article 52 of the Constitution). He is chosen in accordance with the terms of the Constitution and the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act of 1952 and holds the highest elective office in the nation. The provisions of the 1974 Presidential and Vice-Presidential ..

Introduction  In 2013, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) in India released a set of guidelines for the regulation of biotechnology research and development. The guidelines were developed with the aim of providing a framework for the safe and responsible conduct of biotechnology research, as well as for the protection of human health, animal welfare, and the environment. In ..

Introduction According to the Indian Patent Act, all inventions must meet the requirements for patentability in order to be patented. "Novelty," "Inventive step," and "Industrial Application" are the requirements for patent eligibility. The invention should not come within Sections 3 regarding non-patentable subject matter and Section 4 regarding atomic..

Introduction  The Supreme Court of India is the highest judicial body in the country, established under the Constitution of India in 1950. The Supreme Court has exclusive jurisdiction over a wide range of matters, including disputes between the Indian Union and one or more states, or between two or more states. It also has the power to interpret the Constitution of India, hear ..

Introduction  The Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property, commonly known as the Paris Convention, is an international treaty that sets out the framework for the protection of intellectual property (IP) rights such as patents, trademarks, industrial designs, and trade names. It was first adopted in Paris on March 20, 1883, and has been revised several times s..

WHAT DID THE Court SAY? In the State of Gujarat And Ors. v. H.B. Kapadia Education Trust And Anr., the Supreme Court of India noted that if an employee is in service at a registered minority Secondary School receiving Aid from the State Government, then such school would not be entitled to any grant for the expenses incurred for keeping such an employee in service beyond the stipula..

WHAT DID THE Court SAY? In Yogesh Upadhyay vs Atlanta Limited, the Supreme Court of India has noted that Section 406 CrPC empowers the courts to transfer cheque cases from one state to another. In a Division Bench of Justice Dinesh Maheshwari and Justice Sanjay Kumar, it was noted that despite the non obstante clause u/s 142(1) of the NI Act, the power of Courts to transfe..

Introduction  The jurisdiction of High Courts is generally outlined in the Constitution of the respective countries or in the laws enacted by the legislative bodies. In India, for example, the jurisdiction of High Courts is outlined in Article 226 and 227 of the Indian Constitution. Article 226 of the Indian Constitution provides for the power of High Courts to issue ..

WHAT DID THE Court SAY? In Government of NCT of Delhi and Ors. v. Krishan Kumar & Ors., the Supreme Court set aside the judgement of the Delhi High Court and held that the land acquisition proceedings related to the present case have not lapsed under Section 24(2) of the Land Acquisition Act, 2013. A Three-Judge Bench of Justice MR Shah, Justice CT Ravikumar a..

WHAT DID THE Court SAY? In Shelly Oberoi and Ors. v. Office of Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, the Supreme Court noted that the nominated members are not allowed to vote in the election of Mayor of Municipal Corporation of Delhi. A Three-Judge Bench of Justice DY Chandrachud, Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Justice JB Pardiwala ended the ongoing controversy ..

Introduction: According to the "Rule of law," everyone is subject to the same laws regardless of their wealth, gender, caste, or sexual orientation. The judiciary upholds the rule of law and the supremacy of the law. The judiciary interprets the law, but it cannot create the law. Using the law, the judiciary settles conflicts and ensures justice. Hierarchy of Co..

Introduction The governor is an important constitutional figure in India, serving as the representative of the President of India in each state and union territory. The governor is appointed by the President for a term of five years and holds significant powers and responsibilities. In this article, we will explore the powers of the governor in India, including their role in the sta..

Introduction Business-related issues including contracts, exports and imports, financial arrangements, trade, etc. are referred to as "commerce." Hence, Commercial Courts are designed to handle business-related concerns including fraud, contract breaches, unfair business practises, etc. Issues that arise in enterprises can be resolved by Commercial Courts. Simply put, ever..