Whilst Section 482 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, which vests the High Courts with inherent powers, does not set down any specific rules or principles governing the exercise of such powers, courts have established the guiding principles to be applied by High Courts while exercising this power. The golden thread that runs through …
Over the last decade or two, Bengaluru’s road infrastructure has evolved from the being ‘needs development’ to ‘utterly inadequate’. The lack of access to public transport coupled with limited connectivity leaves no option but this inadequate road infrastructure. In this backdrop, it is no surprise that Bangalore found itself at tenth spot amongst the most …
INTRODUCTION The Anganwadi Program is part of the Integrated Child Development Service (‘ICDS’) Scheme launched by the Central Government in 1975. The Program focuses on the holistic development of children in the age group of 0-6 years. The objective of the Scheme is to provide guidance, medical assistance and nutrition to pregnant and lactating mothers, …
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Synopsis: The Supreme Court allowed an Appeal by the Kolhapur Municipal Corporation (KMC) challenging Orders of the High Court of Bombay, which directed KMC to complete acquisition of lands reserved under the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966 (MRTP Act), and pay compensation to the landowners. Facts: Decision: Allowing the Appeal, the Court laid …
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The Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India (“MCA”) notified the Companies (Incorporation) Amendment Rules, 2021 (“Amendment Rules”). The Amendment Rules modify Rule 41 of the Companies (Incorporation) Rules 2014 (“Rules”) set up a more restrictive regulatory framework for such conversion. Section 14 of the Companies Act, 2013 permits a company to, by special resolution, …
On 04 April 2021, the President of India promulgated the Tribunal Reforms (Rationalization and Conditions of Service) Ordinance, 2021 (“Ordinance”). The said Ordinance is of significance for two reasons. Overview of Changes Introduced The jurisdiction of the following Tribunals stands transferred by way of this Ordinance: Section 184 deals with the Qualifications, appointment, etc., of …
The Ministry of Finance, Government of India introduced the Finance Bill, 2021 (“Bill”) on February 1, 2021 to give effect to the tax proposals of the Central Government for the Financial Year 2021- 2022. The changes proposed under Bill relating to Customs and Indirect Tax, including are listed below. All changes in rates of duty …
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The Ministry of Finance, Government of India introduced the Finance Bill, 2021 (“Bill”) on February 1, 2021 to give effect to the financial proposals of the Central Government for the financial year 2021- 2022. We have enlisted below the changes proposed under Chapter VI (Miscellaneous) of the Bill, which, in particular, have an impact on …