Applicability of Section 17 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 to Foreign Seated Arbitrations

By applying Section 17 to arbitrations seated outside India, India shall move a step ahead in ensuring that the assets or subject matter of the dispute located in India are secured expeditiously, and no party can play any kind of dilatory tactics to render such foreign seated interim awards infructuous.

NAVIGATING CONFLICT VIRTUALLY AMIDST THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

A paradigm shift in many facets of daily life, including the resolution of disputes, has been sparked by the COVID-19 epidemic. It has not only transformed our lives, but it has also sparked a radical shift in the way we approach and settle disputes.

Cyberbullying and Legal Remedies in India

The use of digital channels such as social media, email, or text messaging to harass, threaten, or intimidate someone is referred to as cyberbullying. It can take many forms, such as online harassment, trolling, cyberstalking, and spreading false information. The effects of cyberbullying are typically severe, resulting in psychological pain, reputational loss, and, in extreme cases, suicide.

SC’S NOTION TO THE LEGALITY OF SAME-SEX MARRIAGE IN INDIA

A five-judge bench, comprising Justice SK Kaul, Hima Kohli, SR Bhat, PS Narasimha and headed by Chief Justice of India- Justice Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud, delivered its verdict on the issue in question for a long; the Legality of same-sex marriage in India, on 17th October 2023.

ANALYSIS OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN INDIA

The development of innovation, creativity, and economic progress in India is greatly influenced by Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). India’s approach to preserving intellectual property is extremely important since it is a fast-developing country with a rich cultural heritage and a booming technology sector.

EXAMINING WRONGFUL ARREST THROUGH LEGAL PROVISIONS

Unlawful or wrongful arrest in India represents a grave miscarriage of justice, where individuals are apprehended by Law enforcement without proper evidence or due process. It has been a persistent issue in India, that continues to plague the country’s criminal justice system.

STAGES OF ARBITRATION IN INDIA

Arbitration is a dispute resolution process outside the traditional court system, gaining prominence in India due to its efficiency and flexibility. The Act governing the arbitration proceedings in India namely “The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996”.

Arbitrator Selection/Removal in 1996 Act

The arbitrator is a neutral third party who is appointed to resolve a dispute between two or more parties outside the court system. They play a crucial role in arbitration proceedings, which is an alternative dispute resolution method used to settle conflicts.