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In the last decade, there has been a rapid increase in the number of matrimonial cases and disputes, including alimony and maintenance issues, child custody, divorce, inheritance, separation, cruelty, dowry demands, and domestic violence complaints.

The entire system of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Joint Venture (JV), and Mergers and Acquisitions (M&As) in India is based on the following Acts, Codes and Laws. Click to know more on Acts, Codes and Laws

The entire system of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Joint Venture (JV), and Mergers and Acquisitions (M&As) in India is based on the following Acts, Codes and Laws. Click to know more on Acts, Codes and Laws

Data protection laws in India include the Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act), the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Regulations, 2011, as well as other similar regulations. India’s current data protection system is likely to be radically altered by the Personal Data Protection Bill (PDP Bill), which has not yet become law.

In addition to the hardware and software programs used in “remote learning,” “distance learning,” or “online education” there is a growing body of study into what are the most successful methods of teaching individual’s new knowledge and skills. A pioneer in EdTech, CFI provides training and certification for financial services professionals and prospective professionals around the world. “Education technology” is abbreviated as “EdTech.” Students and staff are taught and trained through the use of computers, computer programs, and educational systems

The textile industry is categorized into two: unorganised and organised. Hand-loom, medium and small industries, handicrafts, make up the unorganised sector, while the organised sector includes spinning, garments, and apparel which use sophisticated technology and processes. The textile rate structure has been set at 5% for cotton fibre and 18% for man-made synthetic fiber, respectively. Silk and jute, on the other hand, are completely excluded from the GST. Apparels with a value of less than Rupees thousand will be subject to a 5% GST, while those with a value of more than INR 1000 would be

By submitting eForm FC, any foreign corporation can open a business in India. The company is responsible for filling out this information. The eForm must be signed digitally by a foreign company’s authorised representative. For foreign business directors, there is no requirement to apply for and receive a DIN. However, the DSC of the authorised agent of the foreign firm must be registered using the MCA portal’s associate DSC service. When a foreign firm invests 100 percent of its FDI in an Indian business enterprise through the automatic route, the Indian company will become the foreign compa

The High Court in its judgement has stated that the appellant has not been subjected to any mental cruelty, which would enable him to get a decree of divorce, as per the provisions of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (HMA). The allegations with respect to the character of the Appellant and the extra-marital affair with a maid were taken very seriously by the Family Court, but the High Court did not consider the false allegations made or gave any importance to it

The facts of the case are as such that an appeal was made by the appellant namely K. Srinivas Rao to the Hon’ble Supreme Court against the order passed by the High Court setting aside the decree of divorce granted to him. The marriage between the appellant husband and respondent wife namely D.A. Deepa was solemnized on 25 April, 1994 but on the very next day of their marriage, the dispute arose between the elders of both families.

The term ‘Transfer of Technology’ essentially connotes a system where technology is transferred from one entity to the other. Such kinds of transfers are either commercial or non-commercial in nature. Technology transfer, as per the common parlance, is a process where commercial technology is disseminated. Through a commercial transfer, one envisages reaping profits from transferring the technology. Technology, under this concept, means the systematic use of knowledge or ‘intangible’ knowledge. In legal connotation, it refers to the use of all forms of commercial knowledge whether patented or

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) or drones is a technology that is derived out of intellect and hence attracts various protection available under the ambit of Intellectual property laws. If a company is engaged in the business of drones or drone components, the following protections are available- Patenting the Innovation, Trademark Protection for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Copyright Protection of Photos, Videos, and Data Captured by the Drones, Design Registration.

Timely intellectual property (IP) audits are critical while working on new designs, software, research, and other projects. To avoid infringement, it’s critical to register the appropriate trademark, patent, and copyright claims. Because IPRs are country-specific, it is critical in a global economy to examine and determine the kind and degree of protection provided to them. India has fulfilled its responsibilities under the Agreement on Trade-Related Intellectual Property Rights (“TRIPS”) by revising existing statutes and introducing appropriate legislation. Some laws which Some laws which go

If payments made by an Indian company to a foreign corporation for computer software services are considered “fees for technical or included services,” they may be subject to taxation in India at a rate of 20% on a gross basis (this rate may be lowered by regulations of a DTAA between India and the foreign company’s home country). If the transaction is categorized as capital gains realised by a foreign firm on the sale of a capital asset located in India, it will be taxed in India as long or short term capital gains, based on how long the foreign company owned the asset. Capital gains from a

The procedure of acquiring a license differs from one type of business to the next, depending on a variety of criteria such as the number of workers, the sector, the type of business, the location of the firm, and so on. Before starting a business or even maintaining an office in India, numerous permits are necessary. There are a few that require general tax registrations, while some just require a Shops and Establishment Registration or a trade license.

The Foreign Direct Investment Policy (FDI Policy) established by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) imposes foreign investment standards as well as a cap (i.e. limit) in specific industrial sectors. These policy changes are intended to make the operating of business easier and to speed up with the rate of foreign investment in the nation. The government has taken a number of effective steps to streamline the Foreign Direct Investment policy. Furthermore, many activities have recently been converted to unrestricted sectors where 100 percent Foreign Direct Investment is al

Several states in India contribute positively to IT sector and the government has taken up several initiatives and schemes to develop It sector in several states. The Indian government has launched many important measures to develop the IT/ITeS sector in India. In India, both the national and state governments have taken initiatives to build digital solutions to facilitate citizen services. The government is continuing to prioritise hyper-scale computing, blockchain, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity.

The High Court have ignored the prevalent practice of giving gifts at the customary thread changing ceremony in connection with the birth of girl child in their society and did not bother itself whether the gifts given at such ceremony would come within the ambit of the term ‘Dowry’ or not. The Supreme Court of India has observed that the High Court has made an error while deciding the case as there is improper appreciation of evidence on record. When the customary gifts given at the time of child birth or other ceremonies do not come within the ambit of dowry

The government in the case of automatic route has approved 100% FDI in the marketing industry, with a requirement that about 30% of the merchandise be sourced locally. the Indian government announced an unified GST rate of 12 percent on Man-Made Fabrics (MMF), textiles which are MMF, MMF yarns, and garments

Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) can invest in shares, statutorily and completely convertible debentures, or compulsorily and entirely convertible preference shares of an Indian firm through two methods under the FDI Scheme. As per the Automatic Route, a foreign investor or an Indian firm does not need the Reserve Bank or the Government of India’s permission to invest. The Government Route need prior consent from the Indian government. The Foreign Investment Promotion Board considers proposals for foreign investment through the government channel.

The Foreign Exchange Management Act of 1999 (FEMA) was designed to consolidate and amend the law governing foreign exchange, with the ultimate purpose of facilitating international trade and payments while also supporting India's foreign currency market's steady expansion and management. The main purpose of FEMA was to help India with external trade and payments. It specifies the methods, rules, and practises that must be followed in all foreign exchange transactions in India.