In a recent decision, the Bombay High Court ruled that occasional visits to the shared household cannot establish a domestic relationship, especially when such visits lack permanency and held that the married sister-in-law cannot be held liable for domestic violence allegations under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act. Read more
About the Organiser NLU, Nagpur was established by the Maharashtra Government under the Maharashtra National Law University Act (Maharashtra Act No. VI of 2014). The University takes pride in being the Nineteenth National Law University in the country. The University is currently making and will continue to make swift strides Read more
About the Program The overarching aim of this seminar is to have a comprehensive deliberation on the topic of Menstruation from the perspective of the legal system. Delve into the roots of misogyny surrounding menstruation, highlighting its detrimental effects on gender equality. The crucial link between menstrual health, hygiene, and Read more
About the Organiser The Department of Justice, under the Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India, is inviting applications for the position of Legal Consultant on a contract basis. About the Opportunity The selected candidate will be hired as a full-time Legal Consultant for an initial period of one Read more
About the Opportunity Online applications are invited in terms of “Scheme of Engaging Law Clerkcum-Research Associates on Short-Term Contractual Assignment in the Supreme Court of India- January 2024” for preparation of a panel of approximately 90 candidates for engagement as Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates in the Supreme Court of India purely on contractual Read more
This article is written by Bhavya Awasthi of 2nd Year of New Law College Bharati Vidyapeeth, an intern under Legal Vidhiya Abstract Plea bargaining is a course of discussion between the denounced and the indictment wherein the blamed consents to confess to a lesser allegation or to a decreased sentence Read more
This article is written by Bharathi Priya S of 8th Semester of School of Excellence in Law, TNDALU, Chennai, an intern under Legal Vidhiya ABSTRACT Domestic violence transcends borders and societal divisions, impacting individuals regardless of gender, economic status, race, or education. While it is widespread and deeply ingrained, its Read more
In a recent judgment, the Delhi High Court dismissed the petition filed by a Navik in the Indian Coast Guard(ICG), seeking relief from the summary trial and the punishment imposed upon him. The court reaffirmed the disciplinary actions taken by the Coast Guard Authority against him stating the importance of Read more
The principles governing the grant of bail encompass various factors, including the gravity of the accusation, severity of the offense, and the accused’s potential influence on witnesses. Additionally, considerations such as the likelihood of absconding, tampering with evidence, and obstructing justice are crucial. The court’s satisfaction with the prima facie Read more
This article is written by Ananya V. Mehra of Amity Law School, Noida, an intern under Legal Vidhiya ABSTRACT Addressing the treatment of terrorism suspects and safeguarding the right to a fair trial presents complex and contended challenges with far-reaching implications for states and the global community. This article scrutinizes Read more
