Sansa Law Desk

A trademark is any sign capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one enterprise from those of another. It can be a word, logo, symbol, colour combination, shape, sound, or even a smell. Registering a trademark grants the proprietor the exclusive legal right to use that mark in connection with the goods or services for which it is registered, and to prevent others from using a deceptively similar mark. In a market as vast and competitive as India's, trademark registr

On June 25, 2026, the Telangana High Court raised serious questions about the Election Commission of India's (ECI) decision to print voter enumeration forms exclusively in Telugu for areas outside the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 exercise. Justice Pulla Karthik, hearing a petition filed by MA Mujeeb from Karimnagar district, directed the ECI's counsel to seek instructions and posted the matter for further hear

On June 25, 2026, the Karnataka High Court delivered a sharp rebuke to BJP MLA Basangouda R. Patil Yatnal over alleged vulgar remarks he made against actress Ranya Rao. The case has drawn national attention, raising questions about the boundaries of public speech by elected representatives and the legal protections available to women under the newly enacted criminal law framework. Background: The Gold Smuggling Case Involving Ranya Rao Ranya Rao, a Kannada film actress, was a

On June 24, 2026, the Delhi High Court delivered a significant order permitting a 15 year old rape survivor to terminate her pregnancy at 26 weeks, well beyond the 24 week statutory ceiling prescribed under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1971. The order, passed by Vacation Judge Justice Mini Pushkarna, underscores the judiciary's commitment to protecting the reproductive autonomy and mental health of sexual assault survivors, particularly minors. Background o

In a significant ruling on motor accident compensation, the Supreme Court of India has held that the amputation of a leg above the knee constitutes 100% functional disability for a manual labourer, even if the assessed physical disability is only 70%. The decision in M Paramesh v VRL Logistics Ltd (Civil Appeal No. 8708/2026, 2026 INSC 655), delivered on June 23, 2026, by Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and NV Anjaria, draws a crucial distinction between physical disability an

Foreign nationals living or working in India on long-term visas are required to register with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO). This registration is a mandatory compliance step under Indian immigration law and applies to a wide range of visa categories. Since the introduction of the e-FRRO portal, the process has moved almost entirely online, reducing the need for physical visits to immigration offices. This guide covers the complete FRRO registration proces

On June 22, 2026, the Rajasthan government took a historic step by constituting a five-member committee to draft the state's Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The announcement, made by Cabinet Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Law and Legal Affairs Jogaram Patel and Minister of State for Home Jawahar Singh Bedham, signals Rajasthan's intent to become the second Indian state to implement a UCC after Uttarakhand. The committee has been tasked with preparing a comprehensive legal fram

Registering a company in India has become significantly more streamlined since the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) introduced the SPICe+ integrated web form. Whether you are planning a Private Limited Company, a One Person Company (OPC), or a Section 8 entity, the incorporation process now consolidates multiple registrations into a single digital application. This guide walks through every stage of the MCA SPICe+ process, the documents you need, the government fees applic

Flight disruptions are frustrating, but Indian passengers have defined rights when an airline delays, cancels, or denies them boarding. These rights are set out by the aviation regulator in the Civil Aviation Requirements, specifically CAR Section 3, Series M, Part IV. This guide explains what compensation and assistance you can claim for delays, cancellations, and denied boarding, when airlines are not liable, and how to file a complaint if your claim is ignored. Your Rights

When an investor dies, their shares and mutual fund units do not simply disappear; they pass to the surviving holders, the nominee, or the legal heirs through a process called transmission. Transmission is different from a transfer, because it happens by operation of law rather than by a voluntary sale. This guide explains how to transmit shares and mutual fund holdings after death, what documents are needed, and how the process differs depending on whether a nominee was name

A writ petition is one of the most powerful remedies available to a citizen against unlawful action by the State or public authorities. Under Article 226 of the Constitution, every High Court has the power to issue writs not only to enforce fundamental rights but also for any other legal right. This guide explains the types of writs, the grounds for filing, and the step-by-step process of moving a writ petition before a High Court, so you understand when and how this remedy c

Startup India recognition by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, known as DPIIT recognition, unlocks a range of benefits for early stage companies, from self certification under several laws to access to a possible income tax holiday. This guide explains who is eligible, how to apply online, how the Section 80-IAC tax benefit works, and what documents to keep ready, so founders can decide whether recognition is worth pursuing for their venture. Who Is

Linking your PAN with your Aadhaar is one of the most common compliance tasks for Indian taxpayers, and getting it wrong can freeze much of your financial life. If PAN is not linked, it becomes inoperative, which means you cannot file income tax returns, receive refunds, or carry out transactions where quoting PAN is mandatory. This guide explains why linking matters, how to link PAN with Aadhaar online, the late fee involved, and how to confirm that the link went through. Wh

The Supreme Court has reiterated that anticipatory bail, once granted, ordinarily continues in favour of the accused and does not automatically come to an end merely because a charge-sheet has been filed, cognizance has been taken, or summons has been issued. The court held that the protection should not invariably be limited to a fixed period or tied to a procedural milestone unless special reasons are recorded. The position follows the Constitution Bench ruling in Sushila A

The Supreme Court has imposed a cost of Rs 2 lakh on the State of Chhattisgarh for mounting what it called an absolutely frivolous challenge to compensation awarded to landowners whose land had been occupied by the Public Works Department for nearly twenty five years without acquisition. A bench of Justice Sandeep Mehta and Justice Vijay Bishnoi upheld the relief granted to the landowners and underscored that the State cannot take possession of private land for public project