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How to Register a One Person Company in India Through MCA Portal A One Person Company (OPC) is a corporate structure introduced under the Companies Act, 2013 that allows a single individual to operate a company with limited liability. Unlike a sole proprietorship, an OPC is a separate legal entity that provides the owner with protection from personal liability for business debts. This guide covers the complete registration process through the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MC

How to Apply for Environmental Clearance for a Real Estate Project in India Real estate and township projects above specified thresholds in India require prior Environmental Clearance (EC) before commencing construction. The process is governed by the Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification issued under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. All applications must now be submitted through the PARIVESH 2.0 portal (parivesh.nic.in). This guide covers every stage of the

How to Respond to a Legal Notice in India: Timelines and Process Receiving a legal notice can be stressful, but responding correctly is essential to protecting your legal position. A legal notice is a formal communication sent under a statute or as a precondition to filing a lawsuit. In India, legal notices are commonly issued before consumer complaints, cheque bounce cases, eviction proceedings, contract disputes, and civil suits. This guide explains how to respond properly,

How to File a Consumer Complaint Online in India Through E-Daakhil The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 provides a structured mechanism for redressal of consumer grievances in India. One of the most significant developments under this framework is the E-Daakhil portal (edaakhil.nic.in), launched by the Government of India to enable digital filing of consumer complaints without requiring physical visits to consumer commissions. This guide walks through every step of the process,

Supreme Court Pulls Up Pharmacy Council for Failing to Meet Approval Deadlines On July 3, 2026, the Supreme Court of India sharply criticized the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) for repeatedly seeking extensions for the approval and admission schedule of pharmacy institutions. A bench of Justices Manmohan and K. Vinod Chandran observed that regulatory authorities themselves were responsible for the deterioration in educational standards by failing to adhere to court-prescribe

OSHWC Central Rules 2026: India Notifies Final Occupational Safety Framework On May 8, 2026, the Government of India notified the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026 (the "OSH Rules") via Gazette Notification G.S.R. 345(E). This notification, issued by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, provides the operational framework for implementing the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 (the "OSH Code"). The OSH Code co

West Bengal Passes Public Safety and Anti-Social Activities Bill 2026 On June 29, 2026, the West Bengal Assembly passed the West Bengal Public Safety and Control of Anti-Social Activities Bill, 2026, with 176 votes in favor and 41 against. The legislation significantly expands the state's powers to deal with organised crime, enabling preventive detention for up to one year, externment orders, and seizure and confiscation of properties linked to anti-social activities. The bil

Supreme Court Holds RPA Penal Provisions Do Not Apply to Municipal Elections The Supreme Court of India, in Chandrikaben Kishor Dafda v. State of Gujarat & Anr. (2026 INSC 665), decided on July 1, 2026, held that the penal provisions of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 (RPA) do not apply to municipal elections. The ruling by a bench of Justices Sanjay Karol and Nongmeikapam Kotiswar Singh resolves a recurring question about whether candidates accused of filing false

Supreme Court Rules Article 161 Remission Policy Overrides Statutory CrPC Framework On July 1, 2026, the Supreme Court of India delivered a significant ruling in Parveen Kumar @ Parveen Chauhan v. State of Haryana (2026 INSC 667), holding that a remission policy framed by a state government under Article 161 of the Constitution cannot be overridden by a subsequent statutory remission policy issued under the Code of Criminal Procedure. The judgment, delivered by a bench of Jus

Filing a life insurance claim in India is the process by which a nominee or legal heir receives the sum assured after the death of the policyholder. When handled correctly, a genuine claim should be settled quickly, because the insurance regulator sets firm timelines for insurers. This guide explains how to file a life insurance claim in India, the documents you need, how long settlement should take, and what the law says about claims that are investigated or rejected. Intima

Recovering unpaid salary in India is a well-established legal right, and employees have more than one forum to enforce it. Whether wages have been withheld during employment, delayed beyond the due date, or left unpaid after resignation, the law provides remedies through labour authorities and courts. This guide explains how to recover unpaid salary from an employer in India, the statutes that apply, and the practical steps from a demand letter to a formal claim. Begin With a

Claiming money from a deceased person's bank account in India depends mainly on whether the account had a nominee, a joint holder, or neither. The Reserve Bank of India has laid down a settlement framework that banks must follow, and in many cases the process is far simpler than families expect. This guide explains how to claim money from a deceased person's bank account, the difference a nomination makes, the documents required, and how long a bank may take to release the fu

Filing a complaint against a police officer in India is possible through several clear channels, from approaching a senior officer to invoking the courts and independent oversight bodies. The law does not place police personnel above accountability: any person can set the criminal law in motion against an officer whose conduct discloses an offence, and there are dedicated remedies where a police station refuses to act. This guide explains how to file a complaint against a pol

To quash an FIR in India is to ask the High Court to terminate a criminal case at its root when continuing it would be an abuse of the legal process or would defeat the ends of justice. The power to quash an FIR now flows from Section 528 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, which preserves the inherent powers of the High Court that earlier existed under Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. This guide explains when an FIR can be quashed, the recognised g

Drafting and Registering a Rental Agreement in India: A 2026 Guide A well-drafted rental agreement is the foundation of any landlord-tenant relationship. It protects both parties by clearly defining the terms of occupancy, rent, maintenance responsibilities, and conditions for termination. In India, the legal requirements for rental agreements vary by state, but certain core principles apply universally. This guide covers the types of rental agreements, essential clauses, the