On December 28, 2023, nine year old Manya Dameria died drowning in a swimming pool of Prestige Lakeside Habitat, a private apartment complex with multiple facilities for its residents. A complaint was registered by the father of the child, who slipped into the swimming pool in the apartment complex and died, against the president […]
Introduction Recently the Supreme Court of India in the case of Dinesh Gupta v. State of UP[1] quashed the criminal proceedings by interalia holding that “The core issue of the dispute, which involves financial transactions and agreements, clearly places it in the realm of civil and commercial law. Yet, the respondent chose to pursue criminal
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The judiciary, a cornerstone of our society, often faces criticism from those unfamiliar with the intricate workings behind the scenes. It's not uncommon to hear litigants and other non-law professionals voice frustrations, suggesting that judges work limited hours, arrive late, leave early, or even take frequent days off. As someone who holds the legal profession
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An actual incident that happened sometime ago but had an ever-lasting impression on thyself. In a bustling courtroom of Bombay High Court, a young junior lawyer found himself standing before a formidable female judge, tasked with mentioning a matter. With a mixture of nervousness and determination, he presented his case, hoping for a favorable outcome.
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In the intricate tapestry of human existence, emotions are the colorful threads that weave through our experiences, shaping our perceptions and interactions with the world around us. Yet, amidst the complexities of modern life, there exists a pervasive notion that emotions should be restrained, relegated to the shadows of our consciousness, lest they render us
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