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The Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed the strong presumption of validity that attaches to a registered sale deed. The judgment in Sarafat Ali (Dead) Through Legal Representatives v. Deputy Director of Consolidation, Haridwar (2026 INSC 652, also cited as 2026 LiveLaw (SC) 642) clarifies that minor discrepancies in attestation witness details cannot dislodge the legal effect of a duly registered instrument. The decision, delivered by Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and Justi

In a landmark ruling delivered on May 29, 2026 and made publicly available on June 10, 2026, the Delhi High Court quashed both an FIR registered by the Delhi Police Economic Offences Wing and the Enforcement Directorate's money laundering proceedings against NewsClick and its founder Prabir Purkayastha. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna held that the continuation of proceedings amounted to a "gross abuse of the process of law" and constituted an "arbitrary attack and abuse of powe

Knowing how to claim health insurance in India can be the difference between a smooth hospital discharge and a stressful financial shock. There are two main routes: a cashless claim at a network hospital, where the insurer pays the hospital directly, and a reimbursement claim, where you pay first and recover the money later. This guide explains both processes, the timelines that protect you and what to do if your claim is delayed or rejected. Cashless Claims at Network Hospit

When a contract with an arbitration clause breaks down, the first formal step is usually to send an arbitration notice. Knowing how to send an arbitration notice in India under Section 21 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996 matters because, in most cases, arbitration proceedings legally commence only when the other side receives this notice. A defective or missing notice can delay or even derail the entire dispute. Why the Section 21 Notice Matters Section 21 of the

If you disagree with a GST demand or order, knowing how to file a GST appeal in India helps you challenge it through the proper channel. A first appeal against an order of the adjudicating authority is filed before the Appellate Authority under Section 107 of the CGST Act, using Form GST APL-01 on the GST portal. This guide covers the time limit, the mandatory pre-deposit and the steps involved. When and Where to Appeal A taxpayer who is aggrieved by an order passed by an adj

If the Trade Marks Registry raises a concern about your application, knowing how to reply to a trademark objection in India is essential to keep your brand protected. An objection is not a rejection: it is an opportunity to convince the examiner that your mark deserves registration. This guide explains the examination report, the grounds on which objections are raised, and how to file a strong reply within the deadline. What a Trademark Objection Is After you file an applicat

Knowing how to withdraw your EPF online in India can save weeks of paperwork when you change jobs, retire or face an emergency. The Employees Provident Fund Organisation now allows most members to file claims directly through the UAN member portal, provided their know your customer details are verified and seeded. This guide explains the forms, eligibility and timelines for an EPF withdrawal so you can claim your money with confidence. Before You Apply: Activate Your UAN and

The Supreme Court has held that a delay in filing a statutory appeal against an externment order can be condoned under Section 5 of the Limitation Act 1963, unless the special law clearly excludes that power. In Jittu Yadav v. State of Chhattisgarh, the Court restored an appeal that the State Government had dismissed only because it was filed beyond the thirty day limit, ruling that special statutes do not automatically shut out the courts' power to condone delay for sufficie

The Delhi High Court has held that an order suspending or debarring a company from participating in future tenders cannot be passed without following the principles of natural justice. Setting aside an order by a public sector entity that suspended a solar module manufacturer from future tenders, the Court reaffirmed that debarment is a serious civil consequence which requires a show cause notice and a fair hearing before it can take effect. The Dispute A public sector renewa

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has released the draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules 2026 for public consultation, proposing a single, simplified framework for television channels, distribution platforms and radio services under the Telecommunications Act 2023. The draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules 2026 aim to replace a patchwork of older guidelines and to make compliance easier acros

The Karnataka High Court has ruled that a bank cannot freeze your entire bank account merely on the apprehension that investigating agencies may, in future, ask it to block more money. When the police direct a freeze of a specific sum, the bank must restrict the freeze to that amount alone. The decision offers significant relief to account holders who suddenly find every rupee, including salary credits, blocked because of a small disputed transaction flagged somewhere else in

The Gujarat High Court has held that Family Courts in India must grant a declaratory decree recognising a Mubarat, or mutual consent, Muslim divorce, even where the divorce has already taken place outside court and neither spouse disputes it. The ruling, in Shahnawaz Sirajuddin Siddiqui v. Marufa, makes clear that a couple who end their marriage through an extra judicial route under Muslim personal law still have a statutory right to a formal judicial declaration of their cha

What Is SHe-Box 2.0 and Why Does It Matter On June 17, 2026, the Ministry of Women and Child Development launched SHe-Box 2.0, an upgraded digital platform designed to strengthen the implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, commonly known as the PoSH Act. The platform replaces and enhances the original SHe-Box (Sexual Harassment electronic Box) system that was first introduced as a complaint filing mechan

Workplace injuries are an unfortunate reality in many industries across India, particularly in sectors like construction, manufacturing, and mining. When a worker suffers an injury or contracts a disease arising out of and in the course of employment, the law provides a mechanism for compensation. The Employees' Compensation Act 1923, originally known as the Workmen's Compensation Act, establishes the framework for claiming compensation without needing to prove employer negli

When You Need a NOC for Inter-State Vehicle Transfer A No Objection Certificate (NOC) is a mandatory document required when transferring a vehicle from one state to another in India. Whether you are relocating to a different state for work, selling your vehicle to a buyer in another state, or permanently moving your residence, you must obtain a NOC from the Regional Transport Office (RTO) where the vehicle was originally registered. The NOC certifies that there are no pending