Interviews
Vaishnavi Gupta, Business Law
Alumni from our very own college, she works as an associate at Khaitan & Co. She finished her degree with a specialization in banking, finance, corporate, and securities law. Interviewed by Kshitij Kasi Viswanath INTERVIEWER What inspired you to take up law and continue it with the rigour you are currently working with Khaitan? VAISHNAVIContinue reading “Vaishnavi Gupta, Business Law”
Sampurna Kanungo, Corporate Law
An alumna from our very own college, she was included in the Dean’s merit list for ranking second overall in the BA LLB (Hons.) Program. She has also represented our college in various debate competitions and was also the Head of the Law Review Committee last year. She is now working for Cyril Amarchand MangaldasContinue reading “Sampurna Kanungo, Corporate Law”
Ipshita Dey, In-house law practice
Ipshita is a corporate legal attorney and is one of the best in her field. Rightfully recognized for her expertise in corporate affairs, drafting, and alternate dispute resolution skills, Ipshita has interned for Supreme Court advocates and various legal firms and is currently a legal manager at a U.S. $2.7 billion enterprise Welspun Group. InterviewedContinue reading “Ipshita Dey, In-house law practice”
Samarth Jaidev, Master of Laws (LLM)
An alumnus from our very own college, he is a talented individual who complements his work through sheer handwork and dedication. After spending a year in service to the Supreme Court of India, he is now pursuing his LLM from the prestigious King’s College in London. Interviewed by Ghazal Bhootra INTERVIEWER Could you give aContinue reading “Samarth Jaidev, Master of Laws (LLM)”
Clarissa D’Lima, Real Estate Practice
Clarissa, alumni of Kirit P. Mehta School of Law, is an associate at Fox Mandal. Her specialisation lies in Real Estate. She has also previously held the position of Editor-in-chief of the Publication Committee. Interviewed by Ghazal Bhootra INTERVIEWER Please tell us about yourself. CLARISSA D’LIMA I am a 2021 batch graduate of KPMSoL. IContinue reading “Clarissa D’Lima, Real Estate Practice”
Articles
Cross Border Insolvency under the Indian Regime: Necessity of Amending the Legislation post the Covid-19 Pandemic
By Sharbani Kar [1] & Pratik Dash [2] This paper begins by discussing the impact of COVID-19 on Cross border Insolvency proceedings. The Model Law and its core principles are discussed with the adoption by the developing nations. Under Sections 234 and 235 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, India has a cross-border insolvencyContinue reading “Cross Border Insolvency under the Indian Regime: Necessity of Amending the Legislation post the Covid-19 Pandemic”
Period Leaves for Women: Is it Violation of Right to Equality?
By Tejaswini Kakade [1] In a significant move, Zomato, a food delivery company in India has granted 10 days of ‘Period leave’ in a year to women and transgender. Apart from Zomato, three other organisations, i.e., Culture Machine, Gozoop, and FlyMyBiz, have introduced period leave for their employees. Bihar Government in 1992 has allowed periodContinue reading “Period Leaves for Women: Is it Violation of Right to Equality?”
Whether the Reserve Bank of India is Independent Enough?
By Sanskriti Shrivastava [1] INTRODUCTION Without a doubt, since the very beginning of the Reserve Bank of India (“RBI”), the central bank of our country has worked at par with any of the leading central banks around the world. Unlike any other center-owned body, RBI is fortunate enough to hold independence on a wide rangeContinue reading “Whether the Reserve Bank of India is Independent Enough?”
A Critique on the Implications of Counter-Guarantee vis-à-vis Bank Guarantee and Letter of Credit
By Samrudh Kopparam [1] ABSTRACT With the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, the entire world went into lockdowns which immensely impacted the global economy. To recuperate from this impact and ‘rebuild’ the global economy, global cooperation, collaboration, and international trade is of the essence. At times like these, transactional security becomes pivotal to bring inContinue reading “A Critique on the Implications of Counter-Guarantee vis-à-vis Bank Guarantee and Letter of Credit”
The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960: Prolonged Injustice
By Mishi Aggarwal [1] INTRODUCTION “The greatest privilege that comes with freedom of speech is using your voice for those who don’t have one.”– Ricky Gervais The purpose of the law is to keep human actions in check in order to make sure that every being is not just alive and surviving but also livingContinue reading “The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960: Prolonged Injustice”
Assessing the Viability of Green Channel Route for Combination Approvals in a Resolution Plan
By Priya Ganotra & Sharvari Manapure [1] INTRODUCTION In India, the Competition Act 2002 (hereinafter “Act”) follows the philosophy of fostering competition and protecting markets in India from anti-competitive actions. However, in any market, a firm may find it difficult or unable to deliver its goals and business activity can fail, resulting in default inContinue reading “Assessing the Viability of Green Channel Route for Combination Approvals in a Resolution Plan”
Retrospective Tax Repealed: A Step in The Right Direction?
By Kumar Shubham [1] INTRODUCTION The passing of The Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021, the 14 years controversy of retrospective taxation has ended. This bill seeks to amend retrospective tax on the transfer of value of foreign shares if those shares accrue value from assets in India. The primary objective is to refund Rs 8100Continue reading “Retrospective Tax Repealed: A Step in The Right Direction?”
Emergency Arbitration: A Climax for ADR in India
By Kashish Khurana & Aaradhy Shrivastava [1] INTRODUCTION The dispute resolution techniques have been emerged as a saviour for the lengthy time-consuming judicial procedures in India. The technique of Emergency Arbitration is one such interim dispute resolution technique that has been evolving for providing an effective resolution to the parties. Emergency Arbitration is like aContinue reading “Emergency Arbitration: A Climax for ADR in India”
Over The Top with OTT Censorship?
By Madiha Pagarkar, & Riya Barve [1] INTRODUCTION Over The Top platforms or OTT platforms have seen massive growth in India in recent years. With an ever-increasing user base, these platforms have been pushing out content non-stop to meet the rising demand while remaining almost entirely unregulated. On the 25th of February, the Indian GovernmentContinue reading “Over The Top with OTT Censorship?”
Obstetric Violence in Brazil as a Violation to the Right to Information
By Julia Moreira Maschio [1] INTRODUCTION The fight against obstetric violence is constant and is mainly based on human rights, considering that this issue is a public health problem. In this sense, it is possible to notice the efforts of the Ministry of Health to create public policies to prevent and guarantee women’s health. However,Continue reading “Obstetric Violence in Brazil as a Violation to the Right to Information”
Parental Liability for Prenatal injury
By Atal Anand & Pratik Sainy [1] INTRODUCTION In the past three decades, the child’s right to claim damages from a third party has changed drastically. Injuries that affect the development of an unborn child resulting from another person’s negligence are considered prenatal injuries. Before 1947, the Court usually denied the child’s cause of action.Continue reading “Parental Liability for Prenatal injury”
Case Commentaries
Tata Iron and Steel Co. Ltd. v State of Bihar
By Anurag Jain [1] FACTS OF THE CASE The present matter at hand deals with the concept of Territorial Nexus as mentioned under Article 245. The dispute in the matter is on the opinion of imposition of tax on the annual turnover of the assesse, Tata Iron and Steel Co. Ltd., after the enactment ofContinue reading “Tata Iron and Steel Co. Ltd. v State of Bihar”
Unwinding the Crypts: Himesh Bhatia v. Kumar Vivekanand
By John Paul Alex [1] The cryptocurrency regime in India has been gaining momentum over the past few years despite regulatory uncertainty and intense volatility. Reports have suggested that Indians have shifted from investing in gold to cryptocurrencies lately. The Covid-19 pandemic has popularised electronic contracts, which led to the increase in numerous cryptocurrency transactions.Continue reading “Unwinding the Crypts: Himesh Bhatia v. Kumar Vivekanand”
Recent Updates
Recent Updates
I. Supreme Court directs Child Welfare Committees (CWCs) to complete inquiry on orphans within 3 weeks. It has been reported that more than one lakh children have lost either one or both parents struggling during COVID-19. The survival of such children is at stake. This observation has been made by the division bench comprising JusticeContinue reading “Recent Updates”
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