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Volume III, Issue 9
BRIDGING LIABILITY GAPS IN AUTONOMOUS TRANSPORT
July 7, 2026
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The emergence of autonomous transport signifies a profound fundamental shift in the modern mobility by transferring the locus of control from human cognition to algorithmic performance. This paradigm shift does not merely alter the mechanics of transportation, but it also fundamentally disrupts the centuries old legal doctrines that govern vehicular torts and liability. As transportation […]
REDEFINING SHIPOWNER’S DUTY IN LAW OF SEA (LOS) ERA
July 7, 2026
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The ratification of the UNCLOS acclaimed a revolution in the international maritime order by completely changing the parameters within which the laws of the ocean were governed. In this era of “LOS” law, the obligations and liabilities of the shipowner have transcended the narrow scope of their traditional roles in commercial transportation and basic seaworthiness […]
THIRD-PARTY FUNDING IN MARITIME ARBITRATION
July 7, 2026
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The emergence of third-party funding has fundamentally changed the interface between maritime commercial dispute resolution and international arbitration . Additionally, the maritime industry is rapidly going through a process of digitalization characterized by the deployment of autonomous vessels, data routes using artificial intelligence, and smart decarbonization systems. This paper investigates on how the new developments […]
Case Commentary on Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan: A Landmark Judgment for Women’s Safety at the Workplace
July 7, 2026
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The landmark judgment in Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan (1997) marked a significant turning point in the evolution of workplace harassment laws in India. Prior to this decision, India lacked specific legislation addressing sexual harassment at workplaces, leaving women vulnerable to discrimination and unsafe working conditions. This case commentary critically examines the facts, issues, judgment, […]
Why POSH Compliance is Important for Companies
July 7, 2026
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Creating a safe and respectful workplace has become an essential aspect of modern organisational governance. Sexual harassment at the workplace not only violates the dignity and equality of employees but also adversely affects productivity, employee morale, and organisational reputation. In India, the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH […]
Women Safety at Workplace and the POSH Act
July 7, 2026
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Women’s participation in the workforce has increased significantly over the years, making workplace safety an essential aspect of gender equality and organizational development. Despite legal and social advancements, many women continue to face harassment and discrimination in professional environments. This blog examines the importance of ensuring women’s safety at workplaces with particular emphasis on the […]
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The emergence of digital platforms such as Uber and Zomato has significantly transformed the contemporary labour market by introducing flexible, technology-driven work arrangements. The gig economy has generated substantial employment opportunities, particularly in developing countries, by enabling individuals to provide services on a task-based basis through digital applications. While platform-based work offers flexibility and low […]
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The individual is not erased from the physical plane by their demise; they simply shift their plane of existence. Bank accounts, cryptographically secure wallets, money-making YouTube channels, photos stored online, websites and social media profiles all persist after the biological occurrence referred to as “death” by the law, but there is virtually nothing in India’s […]
From Negotiated Peace to Binding Award: The Jurisprudential Divide Between Mediation and Arbitration
July 4, 2026
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This paper examines the jurisprudential divide between mediation and arbitration within India’s evolving ADR framework. Arbitration, codified under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, embodies adjudicatory authority and finality, with awards enforceable as court decrees. Mediation, institutionalized through the Mediation Act, 2023, privileges party autonomy, dialogue, and voluntary settlement. The study traces historical roots, statutory […]
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The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code of 2016 was established with a singular, creditor-focused aim to salvage the corporate debtor as a viable going concern entity. However, the real estate industry, with its multitude of retail homebuyers, pre-sold but undelivered housing units, and corporate structures involved in multiple projects, consistently highlighted the shortcomings of this generic […]