Dr. Saniya Sayyed, Asst. Professor at A. K. K. New Law Academy, Azam Campus, Pune. ABSTRACT The power of the legislature to enact laws retrospectively is a fundamental aspect of Indian statutory law. While the general presumption favours prospective application, exceptions exist when the legislature intends to correct defects, clarify ambiguities, or achieve public welfare. This paper examines the principles guiding retrospective legislation, including the distinction between

Dr. Saniya Sayyed, Asst. Professor at A.K.K. New Law Academy, Pune ABSTRACT Domestic violence remains a serious social and legal issue in India, reflecting deep-rooted gender inequality and patriarchal structures within society. In response to the growing recognition of violence against women within the household, the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (PWDVA) was enacted to provide effective legal protection and civil remedies to women facing abuse in domes

Ritesh Raj V K, The Tamil Nadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University ABSTRACT Crime Scene Investigation provides the backbone for criminal investigation and serves as the bedrock for carrying out justice. The reliability of police evidence gathered at a crime scene influences what can be confirmed in forensic analysis and the strength of prosecution in a criminal trial. The integrity of a crime scene is likely to be destroyed when there is evidence contamination during the course of a

Sanmeet Kaur Sawhney, LLM, Amity Law School, Amity University, Punjab ABSTRACT Globalisation in laymen sense is a multidimensional spectacle that has reformulated varies fields in the global economic, political, cultural, and technological arena. It generates a growing interconnectedness between people, societies, and expands the flows of goods and services and ideas across the world. Currently, it has become a widely debated topic with opinions divided, on whether it is inst

Nishka Mangal, Hidayatullah National Law University Alishba Sheikh, Hidayatullah National Law University ABSTRACT This study looks at stablecoins' quick development from erratic, cryptocurrency-backed experiments to a regulated cornerstone of the world's financial system. The study illustrates the crucial requirement for high- quality, fiat-backed liquid reserves to maintain price parity by examining the past shortcomings of algorithmic and crypto-collateralized models, such

Call Recordings Without Certification: An Inadmissible Pillar Of Conviction - Analysing The Mandatory Certificate Requirement Under Section 63 Of The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 In The Light Of Pooranmal V. State Of Rajasthan (2026 Insc 217) Rhitik Yadav, LLM, University of Allahabad ABSTRACT The digital transformation of Indian criminal proceedings has placed electronic evidence — particularly call recordings and call detail records — at the forefront of prosecutorial

Aditi Yadav, LL.M. (IPR), National Law University Delhi ABSTRACT The union of insolvency law and intellectual property (IP) rights marks one of the significant legal issues arising in the modern economy where IP plays a crucial role. As companies increasingly transition their product offerings from physical goods to intangible assets as shown by the landmark 110-375 Indian patent filings in 2024-25 effectively handling such assets in a bankruptcy situation is essential to the

Vini Saxena & 1 Dr. Sunil Kumar Pandey ABSTRACT Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become an integral component of contemporary corporate governance frameworks across the world. India occupies a distinctive position in this field as it is among the few jurisdictions that impose statutory CSR obligations through company law. Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 introduced mandatory CSR expenditure regime requiring qualifying companies to allocate a prescribed percenta

Pritha Biswas, B.A.LL.B., Manikchand Pahade Law College, Chh. Sambhajinagar (MAH) ABSTRACT The global economy in 2026 is undergoing a transformative shift from the "Internet of Information" to the "Internet of Value," driven by a creator economy valued at $313.95 billion. This evolution has birthed Lex Cryptographia—a decentralized legal order where self-executing code and "Agentic AI" replace traditional institutional gatekeepers. However, this "algorithmic certainty" create

Swetha M, LLM, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), School of Law, Shankarapura, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560004 Joy Naresh P N, LLM, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), School of Law, Shankarapura, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560004 ABSTRACT Online contracting has produced a quiet but serious crisis in how we think about consent. The people most exposed to digital agreements are, almost without exception, those least positioned to actually read or understand them. This article looks at how dark

Krishna Panditrao Shelke, National Law University, Delhi ABSTRACT This paper offers a critical comparison of India’s Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR) system under the Prevention of Money- Laundering Act 2002 and the Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) frameworks in the United Kingdom and the United States. It attempts to explain how each system works with respect to the anti-money laundering framework and how the protection of people's rights is balanced with the en

Ishita Biswas, Law College Durgapur, Rajbandh, West Bengal, India 713212 ABSTRACT: The deceased's dignity endures beyond death, remaining a moral and legal obligation for the living." Justice A.K. Sikri (quoted from Dignity Jurisprudence) Necrophilia is the act of engaging in sex with a dead body. Paraphilia is an erotic sexual interest that has broad acceptance in psychology. Death does not wipe out human dignity; it is a fundamental right to life guaranteed in Article 21 of

Sanjana, Amity University, Uttar Pradesh ABSTRACT Advancement in internet technologies and online social media networks has proved beneficial to society in contemporary times. In the traditional times where it took a long time for information to transmit, today it can spread widely within a short span of time. Social media platforms have become a space for people to express themselves and navigate their thoughts to the entire world. It provides room for people to express thei

Rashika R, BA LLB, Government Law College, Ramanathapuram. ABSTRACT Education is a vital means of gaining knowledge and it acts as a foundation for both social and economic advancement. Right to Education plays an important role in Indian democracy. The Indian Constitution recognizes education as a fundamental right under Article 21A. This article examines the role of the Right to Education in Indian democracy and how it occupies a predominant place among the fundamental righ

Akash Shukla, B.A. LL.B. (H), Amity Law School, Lucknow, AUUP Dr. Reshma Umair, Associate Professor, Amity Law School, Lucknow, AUUP ABSTRACT The right to privacy has become one of the most critical legal and constitutional concerns in the modern digital era, reflecting the tension between individual autonomy and state authority. This paper examines the evolution, scope, and contemporary relevance of the right to privacy in the context of pervasive surveillance technologies,

Anurag Meena, National Law School of India University, Bengaluru CITATION : AIR 2025 SC 951 BENCH : Justice Abhay Shreeniwas Oka, Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah, and Justice Augustine George Masih JUDGMENT DATE : 12 February 2025 INTRODUCTION The Supreme Court ruling in Sukhdev Singh v. Sukhbir Kaur represents a major advancement for Hindu Marriage Act matrimonial law . The case addressed a long-standing judicial conflict concerning whether a spouse from a marriage declared vo

Abdul Natheer Khan M, Vinayaka Mission's Law School Prof. Dr. Fowmina, Vinayaka Mission's Law School Abhinayashree R, Vinayaka Mission's Law School ABSTRACT Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an important part of modern digital systems. Algorithms are widely used in areas such as online platforms, financial services, healthcare technologies, and automated decision-making systems. While these technologies provide efficiency and innovation, they also raise serious legal co

Dr. Nainy Singh, Principal, Dr. Ambedkar Government Law College, Puducherry ABSTRACT The admission of digital evidence in court has become extremely pertinent, keeping in mind the paradigm shift in the legal diaspora. There is a paradigm shift in the notion of evidence due to the proliferation of cybercrime. The present research paper examines the legal standards governing the admissibility of digital evidence as per the law of the land. By virtue of its unique traits, the el

Dharitri Joshi, School of Law, M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences ABSTRACT Managing municipal solid waste is a persistent challenge in India’s rapidly growing urban areas. Increasing population, urbanization, and changes in consumption patterns have led to higher volumes of waste, which cities struggle to handle efficiently. While constitutional provisions under Articles 21, 48A, and 51A(g) provide a foundation for environmental protection, and laws such as the Solid

Lavanya G, BA LLB, SVKM'S Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) School of Law, Bengaluru ABSTRACT Arbitration has emerged as one of the most widely preferred mechanisms for resolving commercial and international disputes due to its flexibility, efficiency, and reduced procedural complexity when compared to traditional litigation. The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 aimed at fostering party autonomy and reduced judicial supervision enabling parties to or

Sangeetha. S, LLM, Symbiosis Law School, Pune. ABSTRACT Youth Activism in the climate crisis has been an ongoing debate worldwide. Many international forums recognized youth activism, and youth participation in various forums dealing with climate change is increasing rapidly. Judiciary is also playing a vital role by deciding youth–led petitions, providing a basis for climate litigations. This societal behaviour of youth addressing climate change is promoting the circular eco

Ariba Khan, National Law Institute University, Bhopal Ali Asghar, National Law Institute University, Bhopal Introduction The transformation of India’s economic governance since the liberalisation reforms of 1991 has been accompanied by the emergence of a complex regulatory framework administered by specialised statutory authorities. Prior to economic liberalisation, regulation was largely exercised through direct governmental control, extensive licensing mechanisms, and centr

A Mario Mishal, VIT School of Law, Chennai Vijayendra Kumar, VIT School of Law, Chennai ABSTRACT The Factories Act, 19481, has long played an important role in shaping labour welfare in India by regulating the working conditions of factory workers. When it was first introduced, the focus of the Act was to protect workers from unsafe environments, long working hours, and exploitation during the early stages of industrial growth. It established several important provisions rela

M.A. Daksha, Vellore Institute of Technology 1. ABSTRACT The social justice vision in India is largely characterized by labour welfare. Directive Principles of State Policy aims at making sure that the State does not exploit workers but works to their welfare. One of such principles is the Article 42 of the Constitution of India, which guides the State to offer just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief. Directive Principles do not apply to courts but are useful