CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT 1986 ( “CPA”) IN INDIA The Consumer Protection Act, 1986 was enacted for better protection of the interests of consumers. The provisions of the Act came into force with effect from 15-4-87. Consumer Protection Act imposes strict liability on a manufacturer, in case of supply of defective goods by him, and a… Continue reading Consumer Protection Act in India
REGULATING THE CYBERSPACE* By Karnika Seth, Cyberlaw expert & Partner, Seth Associates Advocates & legal Consultants Can we regulate the internet? The unprecedented advent of Internet is challenging many existing models of Information society and forms of regulation. Internet is a global communication network and in its quintessence, beyond the national frontiers and does not… Continue reading Regulating the cyberspace
Resolving The Bureaucratic Net In India Bureaucracy in India is a maze that needs an imperative solution to simplify every Individual’s existence and in general, operationalization of businesses. In India, day to day to functioning of Government is undertaken by permanent ministries and other public service agencies that issue licenses and approvals for both individuals… Continue reading Bureaucracy in India
Immigrant Visas FOR USA Family-based, Immediate Relatives Who is eligible? Those eligible are as follows: spouse of a U.S. citizen; parent or step-parent of a U.S citizen; child or step-child of a U.S. citizen; and spouse of a deceased U.S. citizen. Note: A step-parent or child will qualify for immigration only if the marriage creating… Continue reading Immigration to USA
PROCEDURE FOR REGISTRATION OF PATENT IN INDIA APPROPRIATE OFFICE FOR FILING AN APPLICATION & FOR OTHER PROCEEDINGS Application is required to be filed according to the territorial limits where the applicant or the first mentioned applicant in case of joint applicants, for a patent normally resides or has domicile or has a place of business… Continue reading Procedure for registration of patent in India
Foreign Direct Investment in Real Estate in India – An Introduction Introduction: The size of the real estate industry in India is estimated to be around US$ 12 billion. As per studies, this figure is growing at a pace of 30% for the last few years. Majority of the real estate developed in India (almost… Continue reading Foreign Direct Investment In Real estate in India
Domestic Violence Act for Women’s empowerment in India Domestic Violence Act 2005 is the first significant attempt in India to recognise domestic abuse as a punishable offence, to extend its provisions to those in live-in relationships, and to provide for emergency relief for the victims, in addition to legal recourse. Why a legislation for domestic… Continue reading Domestic Violence Act for Women’s empowerment in India