Strikes and Lockouts under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947: Legal Framework, Judicial Interpretations, and Industrial Implications
This paper examines the legal framework, judicial interpretations, and industrial implications of strikes and lockouts under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. Strikes and lockouts, though recognised as legitimate tools of collective bargaining, are carefully regulated to balance workers’ rights, employers’ interests, and public welfare. The study outlines statutory definitions and procedural safeguards under Sections 2, […]
The Green Side of Global Trade: Impacts of International Trade Laws & Agreements
The interplay between international trade law and environmental protection has become increasingly significant in an era of globalization. While trade agreements primarily promote liberalization and ease of cross-border commerce, their interaction with environmental norms creates both opportunities and conflicts. The evolution of multilateral trade frameworks, especially under the WTO, has brought environmental concerns to the […]
Account Aggregators: A Comparative Study of Regulations in India and the EU
Data is the new oil. It is considered a modern weapon of warfare, particularly financial data. This article studies how financial data of an individual is shared with consent for availing services and how the consent management system works. This article also examines the comparative analysis of the regulatory frameworks governing Account Aggregators (AAs) in […]
An Analysis of Loan Utilisation and Socio-Economic Determinants Among Self-Help Groups Members (SHGS)
Self-help groups (SHGs) have emerged as essential tools for boosting financial inclusion, economic empowerment, and sustainability, particularly in rural areas. These groups empower women to become financially independent and encourage their active participation in diverse opportunities. The study examines the relationship between socio-economic variables and loans borrowed by self-help group members. The study used data […]
Dark Patterns in Digital Platforms: Consumer Manipulation or Legitimate Business Strategy? Legal Implications under Cyber and Consumer Protection Laws
Dark patterns describe design practices in websites and apps that deliberately steer users toward actions they otherwise might not take. These practices often include hiding important information, misleading buttons, or presenting an option to opt-out in a way that is ambiguous or takes disproportionate effort that encourages the user to choose an outcome that benefits […]
AI-Generated Deepfakes and Legal Accountability: Adequacy of Cyber Law Frameworks in India
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most disruptive technologies of the 21st century, affecting, challenging, and changing a myriad of areas, whether it be personal connection to the world, business, or governance. Among many forms of application is one of the most insidious aspects of AI, the use of deepfakes. Deepfakes uses AI methods, […]
Critical Analysis of the Defence of Jurisdiction in Indian Civil Law
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From Fantasy to Fallout: How India’s Gaming Ban Exposed a Silent Epidemic
“One ordinary evening, millions of Indians opened their favourite gaming apps Dream11, My11Circle, RummyCircle, MPL only to be greeted with a shock: cash games were gone. What had become a daily ritual for cricket lovers, card sharks, and prediction pros vanished overnight after the government announced a sweeping ban on all real-money online games. For […]
AI Transforming Forensic Analysis: Improving Speed and Precision in Criminal Investigation
AI, as we all know, is a technology that helps us in many ways. The phrase “artificial intelligence” is widely recognised nowadays in all fields, and when it comes to the subject of inquiry, we need to have rules in place that permit the application of AI in this field. If forensic and digital evidence […]
The Role of Social and Legal policies in India’s Attainment of Sustainable Urban Growth
Sustainable development is a phrase which signifies that today’s development will not jeopardise future generations. As an initiative undertaken by the government to advance an urban society, it is resulting in a development area; however, poorly planned urbanisation can result in numerous complications, as we observe the progress being made is causing the environment to […]