Holi, a festival of joy, must be celebrated responsibly. Adhering to laws is crucial to avoid penalties for actions like throwing colors without consent, playing loud music after regulations, and drunk driving. Enjoy safely while respecting legal boundaries.
The Supreme Court reopened on January 2, 2025, ushering in a pivotal phase under CJI Sanjiv Khanna, who assumed office on November 11, 2024. In just two months, CJI Khanna has taken impactful steps, including halting surveys of mosques and dargahs, signaling a shift from his predecessor’s approach. To tackle case backlogs, he paused regular hearings in late 2024, leading to a notable 16% rise in case disposal in November.
Lending money to friends or family is usually an act of goodwill and trust. However, repayment issues can lead to strained relationships and financial burdens. Recovering money lent to friends or relatives can be particularly challenging when the loan is informal and lacks legal documentation. This article delves into the process of reclaiming your funds in India, highlighting legal avenues to safeguard your financial interests.
The article critiques society’s desensitization to rape and the reactionary nature of legislative changes that follow high-profile cases of sexual violence. It highlights West Bengal’s “Aparajita Woman and Child Bill 2024,” which introduces the death penalty for rapists, as an example of this approach. The author argues that new laws aren’t the solution, pointing to the ineffectiveness of existing legislation due to poor enforcement and deeper societal issues like patriarchy and the objectification of women. The article calls for a shift from creating more laws to ensuring the proper implementation of existing ones, while addressing underlying misogyny to bring about real change.
Approximately 6% of ever-married women in India, aged 18-49, have experienced spousal sexual violence, while 32% have faced physical, sexual, or emotional spousal violence. Despite legal updates, marital rape remains unaddressed and is perceived as domestic violence. The country’s legal system lacks comprehensive laws to protect individuals within marriages. Ongoing debates and recent developments indicate the urgent need for change.