Introduction: Order 37 of the Civil Procedure Code, 1908 (CPC), provides special adjudication procedure for certain classes of suits, known as Summary Suits. It restricts the Defendant’s right to defend in suits. However, Leave to Defend
Read MoreThe transfer of property in exchange of equivalent money or other commodities is a sale. However, if the goods are delivered on the condition of returning them after the accomplishment of a specific purpose, then what
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After independence, the enactment of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (HMA), was a significant social reform. The HMA governs Hindus, including Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs. The legislation has acknowledged the practical and spiritual aspects of marriage.
Read MoreIntroduction Imagine returning home after a long day only to find an envelope marked “Legal Notice.” Your first reaction might be panic. Have I done something wrong? Am I being sued? Do I need to go
Read MoreThe pay commission is a constitutionally established body that is responsible for recommending changes in salaries, allowances, and pensions. The 8th Pay Commission was approved in January 2025 and may have consequences for over 1 crore
Read MoreThe Punjab and Haryana High Court, with jurisdiction over two Indian states and the Union Territory of Chandigarh, has played a pivotal role in shaping the constitutional, criminal, and civil jurisprudence of northern India. Through its
Read MoreIntroduction Law maxims are time-honored expressions that convey core principles of justice in a brief and impactful manner. Originating largely from Latin, maxims form the bedrock of many legal systems and continue to guide the interpretation
Read MoreIn a recent move to bolster judicial leadership across the country, the President of India, on the advice of the Supreme Court Collegium, appointed five new Chief Justices to various High Courts. These appointments were notified
Read MoreSystemic corruption often threatens the very foundation of governance in India. Hence, the intersection between individual privacy and public accountability becomes a sensitive yet necessary dialogue. Recently, the Hon’ble Delhi High Court reignited this discussion by
Read MoreSashidhar Jagdishan Named in ₹14 Crore FIR by Lilavati Trust In a major development that has sent ripples through India’s banking sector, Sashidhar Jagdishan, the MD and CEO of HDFC Bank, has been named in an
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