DDA moves Supreme Court seeking permission for regulated use of forest land in Aravalli Ridge Zone

The delicate balance between urban expansion and environmental conservation has once again moved to the forefront of India’s legal discourse. In a significant move that highlights the ongoing tension between…

Adv. Rachit Pandey January 3, 2026

Legal Updates

Justice Mahesh Sonak is Jharkhand HC's next chief justice

The Elevation of Justice MS Sonak: A New Chapter for the Jharkhand High Court In the intricate tapestry of the Indian judicial system, the appointment of a Chief Justice to…

Adv. Rachit Pandey January 3, 2026

Legal Updates

Delhi HC appoints wife as legal guardian of husband who is in vegetative state

The legal landscape in India is often perceived as a rigid framework of statutes and precedents. However, there are moments when the law transcends its letter to embrace its spirit—justice…

Adv. Rachit Pandey January 3, 2026

Banking and Insurance Law

Sebi tightens screws on merchant bankers with phased net-worth requirements, liquidity norms

The Indian capital markets are currently witnessing a period of unprecedented expansion. With the surge in Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and a growing retail investor base, the role of financial…

Adv. Rachit Pandey January 3, 2026

Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Law

Centre takes major steps on sale of Cough Syrups after safety issues

Strengthening Pharmaceutical Oversight: An Analysis of the Union Government’s Proposed Amendment to Cough Syrup Regulations The landscape of pharmaceutical regulation in India is currently undergoing a transformative shift. As a…

Adv. Rachit Pandey January 2, 2026

Indirect Taxation and Regulatory Compliance

Excise duty on tobacco: Manufacturers to install CCTV, preserve footage for 24 months from Feb 1

The New Paradigm of Surveillance: Analyzing the 2024 Excise Mandates for Tobacco Manufacturers In the evolving landscape of Indian fiscal policy, the tobacco and pan masala industry has consistently remained…

Adv. Rachit Pandey January 2, 2026

Banking and Insurance Law

RBI expresses concern over high-cost distribution strategies of insurers

The Regulatory Gaze: Analyzing RBI’s Warning on High-Cost Insurance Distribution In the complex architecture of India’s financial ecosystem, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) serves not merely as a central…

Adv. Rachit Pandey January 2, 2026

Legal Updates

Centre pre-publishes draft rules on four labour codes to seek stakeholders' feedback

The Paradigm Shift in Indian Labour Jurisprudence: Analyzing the Draft Rules for the Four Labour Codes For decades, India’s labour landscape was governed by a complex web of over 40…

Adv. Rachit Pandey January 2, 2026

Constitutional Law and Criminal Jurisprudence

Punjab & Haryana High Court refuses to quash FIR against advocate over caste-based remarks

The legal profession in India has long been considered a noble calling, one that serves as the bulwark of democracy and the rule of law. However, with the privilege of…

Adv. Rachit Pandey January 1, 2026

Energy and Natural Resources Law

Govt amends rules to streamline approvals for opening coal, lignite mines

The Dawn of a New Regulatory Era: Streamlining Coal and Lignite Mine Approvals In a landmark move that signals a profound shift in India’s approach to energy governance, the Government…

Adv. Rachit Pandey January 1, 2026