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Punishing the wrongdoer and treating him appropriately is one of the vital functions of the criminal justice administration. Penal statutes prescribe punishment for an offence, leaving the discretion to the courts to determine the quantum of sentence that can be imposed on the offender…
Section 102(3) of Code of Criminal Procedure (Cr.P.C.) mandates the police officer having jurisdiction to do seizure linked with the commission of the crime to ‘forthwith’ report the seizure to the Magistrate having jurisdiction In Shento Varghese Versus Julkifar Husen & Ors on 09.01.2023 the bank account
In the contemporary world, the use of technology has become an important part of an individual’s daily life. However, these technologies have raised concerns about the growing power and influence of tech companies which can potentially affect competition and innovation. To address this issue, there have been discussions about implementing new regulatory measures to restore antitrust regulations. The Digital Competition Bill proposed in Indian parliament aims to establish strict regulations to promote fair competition, protect user privacy, and ensure a level playing field for all competitors in the digital market. It seeks to address issues like monopolistic practices, data privacy, and the concentration of power in the hands of few companies.
Investing in mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (”ETFs”) can be a smart and effective way for Non-Resident Indians (“NRIs”) to grow their wealth and achieve their financial goals. These investment platforms offer a range of benefits, including diversification, professional management
India, a land of diverse cultures and histories, has always been a container for complex socio-political stories. The Citizenship Amendment Act (“CAA”), passed in December 2019, has added another layer to this multi-layered nation’s ongoing discourse on identity and belonging. CAA provides
Planning for the future is not just about safeguarding the assets, it is also about minimizing tax burdens. In India, strategically structuring the will can minimize tax burdens and leave behind a legacy for the heirs. Assets passed on through inheritance may be subject to various taxes. However, as of the current regulatory landscape, India does not impose
An Overseas Citizen of India (“OCI”) is a foreign citizen who has a special status in India granted by the OCI scheme. People of Indian origin and their spouses may live and work in India permanently with OCI, a type of permanent residency. Along with the privileges like land ownership and other investment opportunities, it grants cardholders lifetime entrance into the nation
Indian citizens who reside and work outside of India’s borders are non-resident Indians. The Non Resident Indian (“NRI”) status is given to Indian citizens, who stay abroad for 182 days or more in one financial year. When individuals work abroad, they are subject to paying taxes in the respective country
