India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023: A New Era in Data Privacy

India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023: A New Era in Data Privacy Introduction India has finally taken a decisive step toward regulating digital personal data with the enactment of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023. After years of policy churn and legislative back-and-forth, this law sets the groundwork for how personal data...

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AN UNCOMPROMISING CCI AND ITS        IMPACT ON THE MARKET

INTRODUCTION TO UNCOMPROMISING CCI The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is a statutory body established under the Competition Act, 2002, to promote competition and prevent anti-competitive practices in India. The CCI aims to create a level playing field for all market players, ensuring that no single entity abuses its dominant position to stifle competition. The...

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AI Governance in India: Balancing Constitutional Rights, Algorithmic Fairness, and Ethical Regulation

Canonising Al and Algorithms:Assessing the Indian Constitution’s Abstract  The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and algorithmic decision-making presents unique challenges and opportunities within the Indian constitutional framework. As AI systems increasingly influence governance, law enforcement, and judicial processes, it becomes crucial to assess their compatibility with constitutional principles such as equality, fairness, due process,...

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THE ARMY ACT 1950

INTRODUCTION The Army Act, 1950, was enacted to create a unified legal framework for the Indian Armyfollowing independence, replacing the colonial-era Indian Army Act of 1911. Operational fromJuly 22, 1950, it established a distinct body of military law tailored to the needs of a sovereignIndia, covering all ranks from officers to enlisted personnel, including members...

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The legal immunity provided to security forces for their actions in disturbed areas AFSPA

The legal immunity provided to security forces for their actions in disturbed areas AFSPA Introduction into the halls of residence – Particularly in the context of human rights, national security, and constitutional principles, the idea of legal immunity provided to security forces working in disturbed areas has been a subject of fierce discussion. Under statutes like...

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RBI’S CRACKDOWN ON EVERGREENING OF LOANS AND CIRP IMPLICATIONS

Abstract The Reserve Bank of India has, recently, undertaken the stringent steps to curb evergreening of loans, which has been found in a few financial institutions and practices by them for perpetuating nonperforming assets by giving fresh loans for servicing old ones. This article critically examines those newly introduced regulatory steps and explores their broader...

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Environmental, Social, and Governance ESG – Driven Executive Remuneration

ESG-Driven Executive Remuneration Abstract to ESG Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) metrics integration into executive remuneration has become a central component of modern corporate governance. With the growing pressure from stakeholders on organizations to adopt sustainability, executive pay aligned with ESG goals is now becoming more prominent. It helps leaders to not only perform financially...

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RERA VS IBC: NAVIGATING THE COMPLEXITIES AT THE INTERSECTION OF LANDOWNERS, DEVELOPERS, BUILDERS, AND ALLOTTEES

INTRODUCTION TO RERA V IBC This paper explores the overlapping jurisdictions of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA) and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code ( IBC ) and the conflicts that arise when these legal frameworks intersect in real estate disputes. With developers increasingly embroiled in insolvency proceedings under IBC, the interests of...

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How to Conduct a POSH Policy Audit

How to Conduct a POSH Policy Audit Ensuring compliance with the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act and fostering a safe work environment requires organizations to periodically evaluate their policies and practices. A POSH policy audit helps HR teams assess whether the organization’s policies, awareness programs, and complaint mechanisms align with legal mandates and industry...

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Common Challenges HR Faces in Implementing POSH and Solutions

Common Challenges HR Faces in Implementing POSH and Solutions Implementing the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act within an organization is not without its challenges. HR professionals often encounter obstacles ranging from resistance to change to lack of awareness among employees. However, addressing these challenges proactively is critical to fostering a safe and respectful workplace....

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