In the age of AI, navigating the complexities of data privacy is crucial. As technologies evolve, so must our understanding and regulations surrounding personal data. Let's explore how frameworks like GDPR can empower users and enhance transparency, ensuring that innovation respects individual privacy rights....

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry had recently sought public comments and suggestions regarding proposed amendments to the Geographical Indication of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999. This initiative, led by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), invites feedback from stakeholders and the general public....

In an era where data is the new currency, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) is taking bold steps to regulate Big Tech, ensuring that consumer rights and privacy are prioritized. Recent actions against Meta, including a substantial ₹213.14 crore penalty for anti-competitive practices and directives to WhatsApp regarding user data sharing, highlight a significant shift in the regulatory landscape. By enforcing transparency and user control over personal data, the...

Justice Oka questioned the efficacy of the ED's prosecutions by stating, "𝘚𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘔𝘓𝘈 𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯"....

The news agency ANI has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging unauthorized use of its original news content, marking a significant legal challenge in India concerning artificial intelligence and intellectual property rights. This case is set to be heard by Justice Amit Bansal in the Delhi High Court today....

Justice Amit Bansal of the Delhi High Court held a significant hearing today regarding the lawsuit filed by Asian News International (ANI) against OpenAI, alleging copyright infringement related to the use of its content in training the AI model ChatGPT and reproducing its content in response to user queries. This case marks a pivotal moment as it is the first instance of an Indian media organization taking legal action against...

The recent judgment in Siti Networks vs. Rajiv Suri by the Bombay High Court has significant implications regarding the status of funds deposited by a corporate debtor (CD) in court prior to insolvency proceedings. The court ruled that such deposits remain assets of the corporate debtor, allowing for their withdrawal during the insolvency process....

Referral court's inquiry under Section 11 is restricted to confirming whether a prima facie arbitration agreement exists between the parties....

Who is the rightful owner: Should it belong to the developer of the algorithm, the creators whose works were used to train the model, or the user who provided specific prompts?...

The recent release of the Guidelines for Prevention of Misleading Advertisement in Coaching Sector, 2024 by the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) marks a significant regulatory step for coaching centres in India. This follows earlier guidelines issued by the Ministry of Education in January 2024, which aimed to establish a framework for the operation of these institutions. Both sets of guidelines reflect increasing scrutiny on coaching centres, addressing concerns about...

The Bar Council of India (BCI), this year, had introduced comprehensive reforms for all Centres of Legal Education (CLEs) to elevate the quality and ethics of legal education across India. These measures aim to equip law students to address contemporary legal challenges effectively, while also enforcing higher standards of institutional accountability....

The recent ruling by the Supreme Court of India on "bulldozer justice" marks a significant shift in the legal landscape regarding property demolitions linked to criminal accusations. This decision establishes clear guidelines aimed at curbing arbitrary demolitions that have been criticized as extrajudicial punishments....

The Supreme Court of India emphasized the right to a pollution-free environment in a ruling regarding the use of firecrackers in Delhi. On November 11, 2024, the bench, comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and AG Masih, stated that "𝘯𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯," highlighting that burning firecrackers adversely affects citizens' fundamental right to health as protected by Article 21 of the Constitution....

On November 8, 2024, the court ruled that PSUs cannot unilaterally appoint arbitrators in disputes with private contractors, declaring such clauses in contracts invalid. This decision is poised to reshape the arbitration landscape for PSUs and aligns with the government's broader strategy to reduce arbitration-related expenditures....

he Supreme Court of India this week issued a significant ruling regarding the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), overturning its previous 1967 decision in the case of S. Azeez Basha vs. Union of India. This 4:3 majority decision by a seven-judge bench allows AMU to potentially claim minority status under Article 30 of the Indian Constitution, which protects the rights of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions....

The Supreme Court of India has made a pivotal ruling that reinstates the authority of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) to issue tax recovery notices, potentially impacting an estimated ₹20,000 to ₹23,000 crore in pending cases against major corporations. This judgment, delivered on November 7, 2024, effectively overturns a previous 2021 decision that had restricted the DRI's powers under the Customs Act....

The Supreme Court of India has officially ordered the liquidation of Jet Airways, a significant decision that concludes a lengthy legal saga surrounding the airline's financial distress and attempts at revival...

The Supreme Court of India has delivered a landmark judgment affirming that the mere existence of a benchmark disability, defined as 40% or more, does not automatically disqualify candidates from pursuing medical education. This ruling emphasizes the need for a nuanced approach in assessing the capabilities of individuals with disabilities, particularly in the context of admissions to medical courses....

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) recently ruled that the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) will take precedence over the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) Act in a case involving Reliance Telecom....

The court, with a majority of 8:1, determined that not all private properties qualify as "material resources of the community" that the state can acquire for public good....