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Dallah Real Estate and Tourism Holding Co. v. Government of Pakistan Citation: [2010] UKSC 46
The Awami Hajj Trust was founded by the Pakistani government in 1996 to help pilgrims make travel arrangements to Mecca. The Trust, not the government, then signed a contract with Dallah Real Estate to build housing close to Mecca, which included a Paris-based ICC arbitration clause but no governing law clause. Dallah was not included as a direct party in...
Authorship in the Age of AI: Can Machines Hold Copyright Under the Copyright Act, 1957?
The unstoppable emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an expressive content producer has triggered a paradigm shift in jurisprudence with regard to the very principles of the copyright law. The idea of authorship is at the centre of this dispute. This article is a critical analysis of the question of whether autonomous AI systems can be considered the authors...
Consumer Law: A Critical Study
Consumer law constitutes a vital component of modern legal systems, aimed at safeguarding the rights and interests of consumers against exploitation in the marketplace. In an era marked by rapid industrialization, technological advancement, and the proliferation of digital transactions, the relationship between consumers and producers has become increasingly complex. This imbalance often places consumers at a disadvantage, necessitating a...
An NRI Father Residing in Canada Seeks Custody of His 10-Year-Old Daughter Living in India with Her Maternal Grandparents After the Death of Her Mother
Child custody involving a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) parent/s is becoming more common due to rising cross-border marriages, international mobility, and complex family breakdowns. When an NRI parent seeks custody of a child living in India, the legal framework becomes intricate, involving domestic laws, judicial precedents, and international conventions. Indian courts prioritize the best interests of the child over parental...
A Hindu Couple Has Been Living Separately for Three Years. The Husband Wishes to Seek Divorce on Grounds of Desertion
The institution of marriage under Hindu law is traditionally viewed as a sacramental union a lifelong spiritual and physical bond. However, modern legislation recognizes that when a matrimonial bond is irreparably broken, forcing parties to remain legally tied serves no constructive purpose. The Hindu Marriage Act 1955 provides various fault-based grounds for dissolution under Section 13, among which ‘desertion’...
Domestic Violence Remedies Under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
Domestic violence is a serious social and legal issue that affects the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of women. Traditionally, domestic abuse was often considered a private family matter, leaving many women without effective legal protection. To address this problem, the Indian Parliament enacted the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (PWDVA). The Act came into force...
Harassed by In-Laws After Marriage? Legal Action You Can Take Today
In India marriage should be a bond of respect and security. Sadly, the difficulty does not end when it comes to her husband, but with her in-laws. It is too frequent for there to be constant taunts about dowry, limitation on meeting family, financial control or actual violence. Fortunately, the Indian law provides you with a set of weapons...
Can You Be Arrested Because Someone Used Your Phone During a Crime?
What if you woke up one morning to find the cops at your door because someone had used your cell phone and had been involved in illegal activity? This is an alarming – but much more common situation in India than people think. As mobile phones become an integral part of our lives, they can also become important evidence...
Real Estate Fraud and Legal Remedies in India
Real Estate is the activity of purchasing and selling buildings and land. Real Estate is a broad but complicated sector in India due to certain reasons such as scarcity of land for construction and outdated building patterns. It contributes to around 8% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product. Real Estate fraud is a major problem in India, affecting both buyers and sellers. Fraudsters...
Builder Altered Project Layout After Booking – Homebuyer’s Right to Compensation and Cancellation
Mr. Arjun Sharma, a software engineer residing in Pune, booked a 3 BHK apartment in a residential project named “Green Valley Residency” being developed by XYZ Builders in 2024. The builder advertised the project as a premium residential complex with landscaped gardens, a clubhouse, children’s play area, and ample open spaces. Based on these representations, Arjun paid ₹25 lakh...
