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On June 9, 2026, the Delhi High Court upheld the Central Government's order under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, to temporarily block the messaging platform Telegram across India until June 22, 2026. The order also mandated that Telegram's message-editing feature remain disabled until June 30, 2026. This unprecedented step was taken to safeguard the integrity of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination, scheduled for June 21, 2026, after earlier allegations of pa

How to File a Nomination for Bank Account, Insurance, and Mutual Funds in India Nomination is one of the most overlooked aspects of financial planning in India. It means designating a person to receive a financial asset, such as a bank deposit, insurance payout, or mutual fund holding, upon the death of the account holder. Despite its importance, millions of accounts remain without a valid nomination. A common misconception is that a nominee automatically becomes the owner. T

On June 18, 2026, the Delhi High Court delivered a significant ruling in Commissioner of Income Tax (International Taxation)-1 v Ernst and Young US LLP (ITA 423/2025), setting aside ITAT orders and holding that payments by Indian entities to Ernst and Young US LLP for seconded employees and professional services were taxable as Fees for Technical Services (FTS). The decision carries implications for multinational firms deploying personnel to India under deputation or secondme

How to Register a Property Sale Deed in India: Sub-Registrar Process, Stamp Duty, and Documents Buying property in India is one of the most significant financial decisions a person can make. Yet the transaction is not legally complete until the sale deed is registered at the Sub-Registrar's office. Registration transforms a private agreement between buyer and seller into a publicly recognized legal document, creating an enforceable record of ownership. Without it, the buyer h

When a government announces an industrial policy, offers fiscal concessions, and invites businesses to invest on the strength of those promises, can it later turn around and withdraw those benefits without consequence? The Supreme Court of India addressed this question in IFGL Refractories Ltd. v. Orissa State Financial Corporation (2026 SCC OnLine SC 28), restating the doctrine of promissory estoppel in the context of government assurances to private enterprises. The ruling

The Delhi High Court recently reinforced a fundamental principle: personal inconvenience, no matter how genuine, cannot override a clear legislative mandate. In a petition filed by a couple seeking to bypass the mandatory 30-day notice period under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav dismissed the plea. Courts cannot direct statutory authorities to act contrary to express provisions of law simply because compliance causes hardship. The ruling car

How to Register a Will in India: Legal Process, Documents, and Registration Fees A will is the most direct way to ensure that your assets pass to the people you choose after your death. While Indian law does not require a will to be registered, registration adds a layer of protection that can prevent disputes, forgery claims, and prolonged litigation among heirs. This guide covers the legal framework, step-by-step process, required documents, and fees for will registration in

The Supreme Court of India has taken suo motu cognisance of alarming delays at the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in approving resolution plans under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC). A bench of Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice KV Viswanathan acted on a Registrar report from the NCLT Principal Bench, revealing that 383 applications for approval of resolution plans are pending across various NCLT benches. The delays range from 48 days to 738 days, with some

How to Get a Marriage Certificate in India: Process, Documents, and Legal Requirements A marriage certificate is the single most important legal document that proves the existence of a marriage in India. Whether you need it for a passport application, a joint bank account, a visa, or to claim spousal benefits, the certificate serves as definitive proof of your marital status. Despite its importance, many couples delay or skip registration altogether, often because the process

If you disagree with an income tax assessment, a demand raised against you, or a penalty imposed by the tax authorities, you do not have to simply accept it. The law gives a taxpayer a structured right of appeal, starting with the first appellate authority and rising, in stages, to the Tribunal and the constitutional courts. Knowing how to file an income tax appeal in India, the forms to use and the time limits that apply can be the difference between a successful challenge a

On June 16, 2026, the Bombay High Court passed a significant procedural order in a suit filed by actor Preity Zinta against Google LLC and Meta Platforms Inc. Justice Abhay Ahuja granted leave to sue under Clause XII of the Letters Patent, allowing the matter to proceed despite the respondents being incorporated outside the Court’s territorial jurisdiction. While procedural in nature, the underlying dispute raises pressing questions about personality rights, AI-generated deep

A partition deed is the document that co-owners use to divide jointly held or ancestral property among themselves, so that each person becomes the absolute owner of a clearly defined share. When a family wants to split property by mutual agreement rather than fight it out in court, a properly drafted and registered partition deed is the cleanest way to do it. This guide explains how to make a partition deed, the stamp duty and registration it attracts, and the documents you w

Challenging a will in India is possible, but it is not easy, because the law presumes that a will reflects the genuine last wishes of the person who made it. A legal heir or interested person who believes a will is forged, was made under pressure, or does not meet the legal requirements can contest it, but must establish specific grounds before a court. This guide explains those grounds, who can challenge a will, where the case is filed, and how long you have to act. A will i

The difference between a nominee and a legal heir is one of the most misunderstood points in Indian law, and it causes real disputes when a family member dies. Many people assume that the person named as nominee on a bank account, a mutual fund or a set of shares becomes the owner of that asset. In most cases, that assumption is wrong. A nominee is, as a rule, only a custodian who receives the asset to hold it for those legally entitled to inherit. Knowing the distinction hel

Transferring property after the death of the owner in India is a process that confuses many families, especially when the paperwork is incomplete or the heirs are unsure where to start. The route you take depends on one threshold question: did the deceased leave a valid will, or did the person die without one? The answer decides whether the property passes by the will or by the law of intestate succession. This guide explains the practical steps to transfer immovable property