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The Karnataka High Court has stayed the applicability of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, commonly known as RERA, to projects of the Bangalore Development Authority on lands acquired before 2016. The interim order was passed by Justice Suraj Govindaraj in a petition filed by the BDA against the Union of India and others, and was reported in the first week of June 2026. The court will now examine a question with wide implications for homebuyers across Ka

In a ruling with major consequences for telecom companies and bank customers, the Karnataka High Court has held that telecom service providers who enable SIM swap fraud through negligent issuance of duplicate SIM cards bear full civil liability for the resulting financial losses. Justice Suraj Govindaraj ordered BSNL to pay a cooperative bank Rs 50.5 lakh in compensation along with an additional Rs 5 lakh in damages. The case, Sri Basaveshwara Pattana Sahakara Bank Niyamitha

The Supreme Court has held that a buyer's delay in issuing a legal notice to the seller cannot, by itself, be a ground to deny specific performance of an agreement to sell, so long as the suit is filed within the limitation period. The ruling in A. Shahul Hameed v. N. Malligarjuna, delivered by a bench of Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice Vipul M. Pancholi, restores a trial court decree in favour of a buyer who had already paid almost the entire sale consideration. The judgmen

The Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a ten-character alphanumeric identifier issued by the Income Tax Department of India. It is mandatory for filing income tax returns, opening bank accounts, making high-value transactions, and numerous other financial activities. This guide covers the process of applying for a new PAN card and making corrections to an existing PAN through the online portals. For a complete understanding of the income tax filing process that requires PAN, s

An income tax refund arises when the tax paid by a taxpayer during the financial year, through TDS, advance tax, or self-assessment tax, exceeds the actual tax liability. Claiming a refund requires filing an Income Tax Return (ITR) and completing e-verification. This guide covers the process of claiming a refund, tracking its status, and resolving common issues that cause delays. For a step-by-step walkthrough of the return filing process itself, see our guide on how to file

A domicile certificate, also known as a residence certificate, is an official document that proves your permanent residence in a particular state or union territory of India. It is required for various purposes including admission to educational institutions under state quota, applying for state government jobs, and availing state-specific benefits and reservations. This guide covers the eligibility criteria, documents required, and the application process across Indian state

Renewing your Indian passport is a process that is now largely completed online through the Passport Seva Portal, with only biometric capture and document verification requiring an in-person visit to the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK). Whether your passport has expired, is about to expire, or you need to update personal details, this guide covers the full renewal process, documents required, fees, and timelines. If you also need a Police Clearance Certificate for emigration or tr

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a mandatory registration for businesses in India that exceed specified turnover thresholds. Whether you are starting a new business, expanding an existing one, or becoming liable for GST for the first time, understanding the registration process is essential. This guide covers the complete online registration process through the GST portal, including eligibility, documents required, and the timeline for obtaining your GSTIN. Businesses that

In Seesa Santosh v. The State of Telangana (2026 INSC 628), decided on June 4, 2026, the Supreme Court set aside a Telangana High Court order that had permitted an accused person to travel to the United States for medical treatment. The bench of Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Satish Chandra Sharma held that the right to travel abroad under Article 21 is not absolute and must be balanced against the complainant's right to a speedy trial and the broader societal interest in

The Supreme Court of India has clarified the legal standard for proving securities fraud under the SEBI (Prohibition of Fraudulent and Unfair Trade Practices Relating to Securities Market) Regulations 2003 (PFUTP Regulations). The ruling establishes a two-route framework for establishing fraud, setting aside the Securities Appellate Tribunal's (SAT) decision and restoring SEBI's order. This judgment has significant implications for securities market enforcement in India. The

The Delhi High Court has ordered the removal of social media posts targeting a sitting judge of the Delhi High Court following the May 30, 2026 building collapse in Saket, Delhi, which killed six people. The order came after the Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) filed a criminal contempt petition against Dr Kapil Kakar, who had posted videos on social media making allegations against the judge. The case raises important questions about the boundaries of free speech whe

The Bombay Bar Association has passed a resolution condemning the threats and intimidation directed at retired Justice Gautam Patel of the Bombay High Court following his April 23, 2024 judgment recognising Mufaddal Saifuddin as the 53rd Dai al-Mutlaq of the Dawoodi Bohra community. The threats have persisted for over 10 months and escalated to physical violence against the judge's family, raising grave concerns about judicial independence and the safety of those who serve on

On June 3, 2026, a fire engulfed the Flourish Stays Hotel in Malviya Nagar's Hauz Rani area of Delhi, killing 22 people including 13 foreign nationals. The tragedy has exposed serious lapses in India's fire safety enforcement and raised questions about criminal liability under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023. The hotel's owner, Lavkesh Bajaj, reportedly operated the establishment with only a tea shop licence, raising fundamental questions about how commercial establish

Filing GST returns is a mandatory compliance requirement for every registered taxpayer in India. The two primary returns that most businesses deal with are GSTR-1 (outward supplies) and GSTR-3B (summary return). This guide explains the step-by-step process for filing both returns through the official GST portal at gst.gov.in, including due dates, late fees, and practical tips for avoiding common errors. Step 1: Log in to the GST Portal Visit gst.gov.in and log in using your G

On 29 May 2026, the Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment in Prajwala v. Union of India (2026 INSC 609), issuing a comprehensive Victim Protection Plan for survivors of human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation. The bench of Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice R. Mahadevan designed the framework to cover every stage from pre-rescue intelligence to post-rehabilitation reintegration, anchoring it firmly in the constitutional guarantee of life and dignit