In Tejaram v. State of Rajasthan, the Supreme Court held that demanding a bribe is a "pure criminal act" outside official functions. Prior approval under Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act is not required to prosecute public servants under Section 7, removing a common procedural roadblock in anti-corruption trap proceedings.

The High Court of Punjab and Haryana has reaffirmed that uploading a Show Cause Notice (SCN) or Order-in-Original under the "View Additional Notices and...

The High Court of Delhi has granted interim relief to infrastructure engineering joint venture URS Scott Wilson India Pvt. Ltd. & Lion Engineering Consultants...

Introduction Legal research is an essential part of legal practice, litigation, academic study and legal writing. One of the first skills that every law student,...

Introduction A legal notice is an important form of pre-litigation communication. In appropriate cases, it provides an opportunity to clearly communicate a grievance, demand compliance...

Is someone attempting to sell, transfer or encumber disputed property without lawful authority? Understand when a civil court may grant a temporary injunction, how to apply under Order XXXIX Rules 1 and 2 CPC, what evidence to prepare and how to protect your property rights.

Learn how to file a civil suit in India through a practical step-by-step guide covering jurisdiction, limitation, drafting of plaint, filing, summons, written statement, issues, evidence, arguments, judgment, decree and execution.

A practical step-by-step guide explaining how advocates, litigants and law students can prepare effectively for a civil court hearing, from reviewing pleadings and evidence to preparing arguments and understanding the Court's directions.

Understand matrimonial law in India, including marriage, divorce, judicial separation, maintenance, domestic violence and child custody. This practical guide explains the major family laws, divorce procedures, interim financial relief, child welfare considerations and legal remedies available in matrimonial disputes.

Understand property law in India, including ownership documents, sale deeds, registration, mutation, inheritance and common property disputes. This practical guide explains due diligence before purchase, the legal effect of registration and mutation, remedies for unlawful possession and the key laws governing transfers of immovable property.

Learn about intellectual property rights in India, including copyright, trademarks, patents, industrial designs and geographical indications. This practical guide explains the relevant Indian laws, registration procedures, duration of protection, infringement remedies and the steps businesses, creators and inventors can take to protect their intellectual property.