Gates Foundation concludes Epstein review, approves new governance measures
The Gates Foundation has concluded an external review of its past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein, finding no evidence of wrongdoing, payments to Epstein, or …
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From eligibility to taxes: What NRIs need to know before buying a home in India
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) planning to buy property in India must navigate a range of legal and tax requirements, including FEMA regulations, financing rules, …
Employment Contracts: What Every Employee Should Check Before Signing
Most people skim their employment contract and sign the last page. That contract decides your pay, your notice period, your IP rights, and what you can do after…
Nominee vs Legal Heir: Who Actually Gets the Money?
A nominee receives the money first. A legal heir actually owns it. These are two different things under Indian law — and confusing them is one of the most commo…
GST Registration & Compliance for Small Businesses: A Practical Guide
GST registration isn’t just a legal formality — it affects your credibility with vendors, your ability to claim input tax credit, and your eligibility to sell t…
Supreme Court Issues Notice in Temple Control Challenge
The Supreme Court has issued notice on a petition challenging state control over Hindu temples and their administration. The matter raises significant constitut…
Supreme Court Pulls Up YouTuber Over Allegations of Judicial Corruption
The Supreme Court of India has strongly reprimanded a YouTuber over allegations of judicial corruption, emphasizing that unsubstantiated accusations against the…
Palakkad Twin Murder Case: Kerala Court Awards Death Penalty To Convict Chenthamra
A Sessions Court in Palakkad, Kerala, has awarded the death penalty to Chenthamara, convicted in the sensational 2025 Nenmara twin murder case involving the bru…
Calcutta HC orders police to trace, apprehend cricketer Abishek Porel accused of rape on promise of marriage
The Calcutta High Court has directed West Bengal Police to immediately trace and apprehend Bengal and Delhi Capitals cricketer Abishek Porel in connection with …
Ensuring law and order, not snooping: Delhi Police on PIL in Delhi HC alleging surveillance of CJP protests
Delhi Police has defended its videography and monitoring of protesters at Jantar Mantar before the Delhi High Court, arguing that the measures are intended sole…
RGNUL's CIIPR To Organise International Seminar On Inclusive Labour Law Regime In India
RGNUL Punjab's Centre for Innovation and Intellectual Property Rights (CIIPR), in collaboration with Law Mantra Trust, will organize a two-day international sem…
Can your builder change project plans after selling your flat? Here's what RERA says
Homebuyers often worry that builders may alter project layouts, amenities, or specifications after flats have been sold. Under RERA, developers cannot make majo…
Supreme Court Orders Nationwide Court Washroom Audit
The Supreme Court has ordered a nationwide audit of washroom facilities in High Courts, district courts, and taluka courts, emphasizing that access to proper sa…
Supreme Court: Employer Cannot Defeat Compassionate Appointment Claim by Delaying Processing
The Supreme Court has held that an employer cannot delay processing an employee's medical retirement application and subsequently reject a dependent's claim for…
Supreme Court Upholds ₹4.25 Crore Repayment Order Against Film Director Gautham Menon
The Supreme Court has upheld a Madras High Court order directing filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon to repay ₹4.25 crore along with 12% annual interest in a long-r…