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How the Supreme Court’ July Ruling Revives Welfare Committees and Reshapes the Law under 498A IPC / BNS ltr India’ highest court has restored a conciliation-first protocol that prevents the police...

The Indian judiciary has repeatedly affirmed that a pending criminal case under 498A of the Indian Penal Code—which penal cruelty by a husband or his relatives—does not by itself render a candidate...

Introduction ltr The landmark case of Shikha Nischal vs National Insurance Company Limited decided by the Delhi High Court on April , , fundamentally reshaped the landscape of mental health insurance...

The Married Women' Property (MWP) Act insurance policy represents one of India' most significant legal protections for married women' financial security. This progressive legislation ensures that...

h1 heading Part I: The Legal Landscape of Life Insurance Claims ltr h2 heading . : The Unsettled Claim: The Legal and Financial Void ltr When a life insurance policyholder passes away, the...

h1 heading Introduction ltr Divorce by mutual consent is a significant development in Indian matrimonial law, offering couples a dignified and amicable way to dissolve their marriage. This provision...

Buying property in India as a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) or an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) is a structured process governed by the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and Reserve Bank of India...

The doctrine of ad-interim maintenance represents one of the most significant procedural innovations in Indian law over the past two decades. This specialized form of temporary relief, distinct from...

For thousands of individuals who secure employment with the Government of NCT of Delhi (GNCTD) and its allied bodies through the Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB), understanding the...

Filing a consumer complaint in India has become more accessible with the introduction of the -Jagriti portal, an initiative by the National Informatics Centre under the Ministry of Electronics &...

The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) delivered a significant judgment on December , , in the case of / . Steel Strips Wheels Ltd. & Anr. vs / . BMW India Pvt. Ltd. & Ors...

The Consumer Protection Act, introduced significant changes to the appeal process, including mandatory deposit requirements that appellants must fulfill before their appeals can be entertained by...

Filing a consumer complaint under the Consumer Protection Act, involves a structured fee system designed to make justice accessible while ensuring the consumer redressal mechanism remains financially...

of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, (DV Act) is a vital provision aimed at providing financial support to women and children who have suffered due to domestic violence. This...

The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) has reaffirmed a critical principle of Indian evidentiary law in its recent judgment in Bharti Axa Life Insurance Co. Ltd. & Anr. vs. Madhu...

Mediclaim (health insurance) policies are crucial for financial protection during medical emergencies, yet policyholders often face claim rejections due to various policy terms and conditions. Lets...

If you’ve ever encountered a defective product, poor service, or misleading advertisement, you know how frustrating consumer disputes can be. Fortunately, India’ consumer courts are designed to...

The judgment by the Hon’ble National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) in Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd. vs Karam Singh , has established a crucial precedent regarding insurance companies'...

Insurance Company Must Prove Pre-existing Disease Existed at the Time of Proposal: NCDRC Reaffirms Legal Principle ltr ltr A recent decision by the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission...

The Delhi High Court' decision in / Cosmic Orange Infraventures Pvt. Ltd. vs . Subramainam & Anr highlights a fundamental principle of natural justice that has far-reaching implications for appellate...

Exclusion clauses in health insurance policies, particularly clause . which often excludes coverage for pre-existing conditions, have come under increased legal scrutiny in India. Recent judicial...

The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), established in , adjudicates disputes related to recruitment and service conditions of central government employees, following principles of natural justice...

Mis-selling of health insurance policies is a growing concern, with many consumers falling victim to unethical practices by agents or insurers. Mis-selling occurs when policies are sold under false...

Health insurance is a vital financial safety net for individuals facing medical emergencies. However, the process of filing claims can sometimes be fraught with challenges, to rejections that may...

start India’ health insurance landscape operates within a complex legal and regulatory ecosystem designed to balance industry growth with consumer protection. Recent reforms focus more on...