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Family Courts and Women: Examining its Unintended Consequences

By : Manav Chakraborty Abstract The Family Courts Act of 1984, was introduced in India to provide a specialised and sensitive forum for resolving family disputes with a focus on gender justice and the welfare of women. However, its implementation has revealed significant unintended consequences. This paper critically examines how the Act’s objectives—such as prioritising…
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Regulating Greenwashing: A deep dive into the Guidelines on Prevention and Misleading Environmental Claims 2024

By : Arpita Sondhi Abstract With sustainability slowly becoming a key factor influencing consumer choices, greenwashing has become a tactic for companies and businesses to boost their image. In order to curb this, the Central Consumer Protection Authority of India issued the Guidelines on Prevention and Misleading Environmental Claims mandating transparency, substantiation, and accountability from…
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MEDITARI, MEDITATIO, MEDIATION: Tackling Non-Starter Cases —Lessons from the Italian Model

By : Anandi Katiyar Abstract Mediation in commercial disputes is a cost-effective alternative to litigation, yet India’s framework faces significant hurdles, particularly the issue of non-starter cases where parties fail to engage meaningfully. This paper explores how India can address this challenge by adopting Italy’s successful “carrot-and-stick” approach. Italy’s mediation reforms of 2023 incentivise participation…
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The Absence Of a Legal Mandate For Paternity Leave In India

By : Manya Singh Abstract Paternity leave remains an overlooked aspect of India’s labour laws. Unlike maternity leave, which is a legal entitlement, paternity leave lacks a statutory mandate, leaving new fathers with limited support. This article explores the absence of a legal framework for paternity leave, its implications on gender roles, workplace equality, and…
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The Doctrine of Temporal Unreasonableness: Unravelling the Contentious Dissent in In re: Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955

Last year, the Supreme Court, In re: Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955, upheld the constitutionality of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955 by a 4:1 majority. The dissenting opinion rendered by Justice Pardiwala deployed the doctrine of temporal unreasonableness to argue that the provision has outlived its purpose and thereby ought to…
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Riches, Rags and Repercussions

Fast fashion is not just about affordable clothing; it is a global crisis driven by waste, exploitation, and environmental destruction. Brands like Shein, Zara, and H&M flood the market with cheaply made, trendy clothes that quickly end up in landfills, pollute water bodies, and contribute to rising carbon emissions. This industry thrives on overconsumption and…
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The Green Push in Budget 2025: Strong Enough for India’s Climate Goals?

The Union Budget 2025 has been met with mixed reactions, particularly regarding its environmental commitments. While the government has introduced significant reforms and financial allocations to accelerate the transition to clean energy, the budget also highlights contradictions in India’s climate policy. With continued support for fossil fuels, insufficient adaptation financing, and an uneven approach to…
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Legitimacy of Traditions and Customs under Hindu Marriages: A Feminist Approach

This article examines the evolution of judicial interpretations of restitution of conjugal rights under Section 9 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 in India, highlighting its patriarchal roots and impact on women’s autonomy. Through cases like Swaraj Garg v. K.M. Garg, it explores shifting legal perspectives on matrimonial domestice decisions. While progressive rulings have challenged…
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UAE’s Soft Power Surge: A Global Influence Strategy

Soft power is the ability to co-opt rather than coerce (in contrast with hard power). It involves shaping the preferences of others through appeal and attraction. Soft power is non-coercive, using culture, political values, and foreign policies to enact change. According to the Global Soft Power Index brought out by Brand Finance, in February 2025, UAE was…
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The Fall of Triple Talaq: A Legal Victory?

The year 2017 witnessed a pivotal landmark in the legal- and social struggles- of Muslim women’s rights through the Shayara Bano v. Union of India case which led to the abolition of talaq-e-bid’ah (triple talaq) in the nation. This article looks closely at the monumental case’s background, Shayara Bano’s petition along with the Supreme Court’s…
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The New Income Tax Structure: Relief or a Mere Adjustment?

The Union Budget 2025-26 introduced revisions to the personal income tax structure, raising the tax-free income threshold to ₹12 lakh, with an effective exemption of ₹12.75 lakh for salaried individuals. While positioned as a relief measure for the middle class, this adjustment fails to address deeper economic challenges. Wage growth remains stagnant despite rising living…
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Uttarakhand’s Uniform Civil Code: Understanding its Implications for Women’s Rights and Inclusive Gender Justice

By : Vaidehi Sharma Abstract Uttarakhand implemented the much-controversial Uniform Civil Code on January 27, 2025. Facing criticism for formulating a ‘Hindu Code’ that allegedly targets religious minorities, the ruling party of Uttarakhand has hailed the Code as an important step towards women empowerment. This article aims to critically analyse such claims about the Code.…
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Family Courts and Women: Examining its Unintended Consequences

Regulating Greenwashing: A deep dive into the Guidelines on Prevention and Misleading Environmental Claims 2024

MEDITARI, MEDITATIO, MEDIATION: Tackling Non-Starter Cases —Lessons from the Italian Model

The Absence Of a Legal Mandate For Paternity Leave In India

The Doctrine of Temporal Unreasonableness: Unravelling the Contentious Dissent in In re: Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955

Legitimacy of Traditions and Customs under Hindu Marriages: A Feminist Approach

UAE’s Soft Power Surge: A Global Influence Strategy

The Fall of Triple Talaq: A Legal Victory?

The New Income Tax Structure: Relief or a Mere Adjustment?

Uttarakhand’s Uniform Civil Code: Understanding its Implications for Women’s Rights and Inclusive Gender Justice