Sansa Law Desk

The Rajya Sabha on July 29, 2026, passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, extending statutory criminal protection to India’s national song, "Vande Mataram," for the first time since Independence. The Bill, introduced in the Upper House on July 24 during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, amends the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971 to include the national song alongside the national anthem, the national flag, and the Consti

Gratuity is a statutory benefit payable by an employer to an employee as a reward for long service. Under the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972, employees who have completed at least five years of continuous service are entitled to receive gratuity upon resignation, retirement, death, or disablement. Despite this clear legal entitlement, many employees face difficulties collecting their gratuity due to employer delays or outright refusal. This guide explains the process of claimi

The Lok Sabha on July 29, 2026, passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 by voice vote, marking a significant legislative escalation in India’s fight against examination fraud. Introduced by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Bill substantially enhances penal provisions under the parent Act of 2024, introduces Special Fast-Track Courts for time-bound trials, and mandates the appointment of Special Public Prosecutors. The amendment c

When an insurance company rejects your claim or settles it for less than what you believe is fair, the Insurance Ombudsman provides a free, accessible remedy for policyholders. Established under the Insurance Ombudsman Rules, 2017 (as amended in 2021 and 2023), this mechanism allows individuals to challenge insurer decisions on claims valued up to Rs. 50 lakh without incurring any legal fees. The Ombudsman acts as a quasi-judicial authority empowered to pass binding awards ag

When property ownership changes through sale, inheritance, gift, or partition, the revenue records must be updated through a process called mutation (also known as 'dakhil kharij' in many states). If a mutation entry is being made that you believe is incorrect, fraudulent, or unauthorized, you have the right to file an objection before the revenue authority. This guide explains the mutation objection process, the documents required, and the appeal hierarchy. What Is Mutation

A writ petition has been filed before the Supreme Court of India seeking a nationwide ban on the use of pellet guns and pump-action guns for crowd control by law enforcement agencies. The petition has been filed by Yashovardhan Azad, a retired Intelligence Bureau Special Director and 1976-batch IPS officer, along with two individuals who claim to have been injured by pellet fire during the July 20, 2026 Sansad Chalo march in Delhi. The petitioners, represented by advocate Vri

Securing bail in cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act) is significantly harder than in most other criminal cases. Section 37 of the NDPS Act imposes strict twin conditions that must be satisfied before bail can be granted in cases involving commercial quantities of drugs. This guide explains the Section 37 framework, the distinction between commercial and non-commercial quantities, the default bail route under the BNSS, and recent Sup

The Central Government has mounted a direct challenge to the doctrine of "constitutional morality" before a nine-judge Constitution bench of the Supreme Court, headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Union of India, argued that constitutional morality is not a concrete doctrine but a vague sentiment capable of elastic interpretation, and that landmark judgments relying on it, including the decriminalisation of adultery in Joseph S

In property disputes, there is often a risk that the opposing party will sell, mortgage, or damage the property while the case is pending. A temporary injunction under Order 39 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC) allows the court to maintain the status quo and prevent irreversible harm until the suit is decided. This guide covers the legal requirements, the three-part test, the application procedure, and the appeal process. What Is a Temporary Injunction Under Order 39

The Karnataka High Court has issued notice on a petition filed by Uber India Systems Private Limited challenging the constitutional validity of the Karnataka Platform-Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2025. Justice Suraj Govindaraj, hearing the matter on July 28, 2026, extended to Uber the benefit of an interim arrangement made earlier by a coordinate bench: platform aggregators were directed to deposit the welfare fee with the Court Registry and were grant

When a trademark application is published in the Trade Marks Journal, it is open for opposition by any person who believes the mark should not be registered. Section 21 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999 governs this opposition process. This guide covers the grounds for opposition, the filing procedure through Form TM-O, timelines, evidence stages, and appeals. What Is Trademark Opposition Trademark opposition is a legal proceeding in which a third party challenges the registration

The Delhi High Court has directed the removal of the teaser, promotional material, and related interviews for the upcoming film "Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy," ruling that the content prima facie infringes actor Salman Khan's personality rights. Justice Jyoti Singh, hearing the matter in C.S. (COMM) No. 1322 of 2025, gave the filmmakers a 24-hour deadline to remove the identified content, failing which platforms such as X (formerly Twitter) and YouTube would have to take

Consuming adulterated or unsafe food can cause serious health problems, from food poisoning to long-term illness. The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSSA) gives every consumer the right to report food safety violations and hold food businesses accountable. This guide explains how to file a food adulteration complaint with FSSAI, what evidence you need, and the penalties that food offenders face. What Counts as Food Adulteration Under the FSSA Section 26 of the Food Safe

The Supreme Court of India, on July 28, 2026, took up a batch of Public Interest Litigations alleging severe police excesses during the nationwide protests over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. A bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V. Mohana, ordered the immediate release of all detained minors, stayed coercive action against students, and directed all states to preserve electronic evidence relating to the prot

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from the Council of Ministers on July 25, 2026, following weeks of sustained nationwide protests over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. President Droupadi Murmu accepted the resignation with immediate effect. Pralhad Joshi, currently serving as Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and New and Renewable Energy, has been given additional charge of the Education Ministry. Pradhan's departure marks the first