The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment in the ₹2.5 lakh crore GST dispute involving leading online gaming companies and casinos, a case that could redefine taxation on games of skill and chance in India. The verdict is expected to settle years of legal uncertainty in the RMG industry.
The Supreme Court ruled that a principal’s independent action effectively revokes the Power of Attorney (PoA) if known to both the agent and third parties, as evidenced in a property dispute case between two sisters. The ruling emphasizes clear communication and actions in revocation processes. It resulted in the revocation of the PoA favoring the agent, setting a legal precedent.
The Supreme Court’s Law Clerks’ Moot Court Competition 2024 aimed to enhance advocacy skills of law clerks. It featured fictional scenarios focusing on contract law and constitutional issues. Justice PS Narasimha and senior advocate Rebecca John presided over the finals, with a team of Sayan Bhattacharya, Varun Dhond, and Ankita Gupta emerging as winners. The competition reflects the court’s commitment to legal education and professional growth.
In a landmark move, the Madras High Court has proposed a significant initiative to recognize and protect the rights of LGBTQIA+ individuals. Justice Anand Venkatesh, presiding over the case, suggested that the Tamil Nadu government consider establishing a procedure for registering a ‘Deed of Familial Association’ for LGBTQIA+ partners. This initiative is aimed at safeguarding […]
