Insurance Ombudsman Rules, 2017 have been formulated by the government for quick resolution of disputes amongst insurance companies and consumers. Procedure to lodge a complaint with the insurance ombudsman 1. The award of insurance ombudsman is binding on the insurance company and they can’t challenge it before any court of law whereas consumers can assail … Read more
Punjab DGP’s (Director General of Police) appointment under challenge in CAT (Central Administrative Tribunal), Chandigarh. Also Read- TYPES OF SERVICE MATTERS IN CAT TRIBUNAL CHANDIGARH DGP Dinkar Gupta’s appointment is under challenge in CAT, Chandigarh by DGP Mohammad Mustafa (head of Punjab’s anti-drug special task force) and Siddharth Chattopadhyaya, a 1986-batch officer. Also Read- SEXUAL HARASSMENT CASE … Read more
Punjab & Haryana High Court at Chandigarh has time and again issued various guidelines for Investigation Officers (IO) to ensure proper investigation in NDPS cases. Also, the High Court has ordered testing agencies to ensure swift preparation of chemical examination report during the trial. The high court has batted for agencies to follow modern techniques … Read more
We all know, especially Haryana RERA Panchkula & Gurugram lawyers/advocates in Chandigarh, Panchkula, Mohali that the decision of Haryana Real Estate Appellate Authority (HREAT) at Chandigarh can be challenged before Punjab and Haryana High Court within 60 days of order as per section 58 of the RERA Act, 2016. Also Read- REFUND REFUSED BY HARYANA … Read more
A complainant has a right to get an FIR (First Information Report) registered with the police regarding any crime, provided that the offence is cognizable, i.e. where the police can make an arrest without a warrant. Can an SHO be booked for not filing an FIR? The answer is yes! The same was iterated by … Read more
This article aims to provide a basic understanding of the Mental Healthcare Act , 2017 for which the President has given his Assent to. The Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 comes as a welcome change in the legislative framework , and the optimistic outlook change of society towards the “Mentally-ill”. A drastic revamp and change from … Read more
FIR is a written document prepared by the police department. Before any formal complaint to the magistrate for a cognizable offense, the evidence is required to support the allegations. Some matters are of urgent nature that needs to be dealt with immediately, for which police have been appointed by the law as an authority to … Read more
Marriage is a union of one man with one woman to the exclusion of all others. In India, the personal laws of the religion followed by the parties to the marriage lay down the rules regarding their marriage. Also Read- MATRIMONIAL ISSUES The State has made laws to regulate the social institution of the marriage over the years … Read more
MACT simply means motor accident claims tribunal. Mact deals with matters related to compensation of motor accidents victims or their next of kin. The tribunal deal with claims relating to loss, life , property and injury cases resulting from motor accidents. Mact courts are presided over by judicial officers from the state higher judicial service. … Read more
Yes, you heard it right. Unregistered projects are very well covered in RERA Punjab as well apart from Haryana RERA Panchkula Authority. In appeal no. 49 of 2018 titled as M/S Silver City Construction Ltd. vs. State of Punjab & Ors., RERA Appellate Tribunal has held Bikramjit Singh & Ors. vs. State of Punjab & Ors. (Complaint no. … Read more
In our legal ecosystem, the doors of justice are opened through the awareness of the citizens about their rights. Like any other property rights, right to get justice is an intangible right of a person in regards to fulfilment of the dream of our constitution makers, who wished to formulate the implied duty of law, … Read more
POWER TO MAGISTRATES UNDER SECTION 156(3) Magistrates in India have been granted a number of powers in furtherance of their judicial duties. One such power has been granted to the Magistrates under Section 156(3) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. What does Section 156(3) provide? Section 156(3) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, … Read more
Like the builder is under an obligation to fulfill all the terms of the Builder Buyer Agreement, for instance- timely possession of the property, appropriate quality standards etc; the homebuyer is also required to make timely payments in order for the project to finish in time. Also Read- HARYANA RERA AUTHORITY CANNOT DECIDE REFUND IN GURUGRAM … Read more
Zulfiqar khan the director of NGO theatre age was convicted of sodomizing his students; he was then charged and convicted under Section 377 (Unnatural offences) and Section 292 (sale, distribution of obscene objects to young persons). The lower court convicted him in 3 cases for 7 yearsand stated that the sentence for 2 cases would … Read more
Dishonouring of cheques is a common sight in India. Numerous cases for bouncing of cheques are filed every day before the courts of India. A Hyderabadi team of police had recently come to Karnal, Punjab to summon the accused in a case of a bounced cheque. The most prominent laws governing cases of on Cheque … Read more
Section 239 of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1908 The entire process, starting from registering the First Information Report (FIR) to the acquittal or conviction, everything is vividly and categorically mentioned in the Code of Criminal Procedure (hereinto referred to as the Cr.P.C), 1908. Out of the many processes and procedures, one of the most … Read more
A country’s GDP depends upon the cash flow in its economy, and an economy flourishes only if the customers in it, are happy or they have a mechanism for being protected against the trade practices which would be considered unethical by a reputed company. In the year 1986, the first act for better protection of … Read more
In contemporary India, with Jio Telecommunications coming into the market and connecting its every user to a free unlimited free internet, developed a habit of every smartphone user to generate data on mobile phones unknowingly and unwillingly. The Digital world today is filling a void created in everyone’s life due to metro nature of lifestyle … Read more
Real Estate Regulation Act, RERA in short came with huge promises for home buyers and reality consumers who were burdened with atrocities of builders earlier like delay in possession, use of substandard defective material , improper services , unilateral increase in area, security concerns, delay interest charged at exorbitant prices of @24% and many other … Read more
Before buying any property, home-buyers need to understand how much are they paying for what amount of land along with other services as promised at the time of purchase. With the incoming of RERA, now builders have to define the carpet Area and quote prices based solely on that and not super Area. RERA makes … Read more
Every year many young brides fall prey to the fancy of NRI grooms who allure them of foreign dreams and comforts of life that one could only get by going abroad leave apart the status symbol quotient. But not all that glitters is gold. And this is what happens when realty meets the eye i.e. … Read more
Let us know the top 10 things about Consumer Forum Mohali 1 Address- SCF 72, 2nd-3rd Floor, Phase 2 (Sector 54), SAS Nagar (Mohali), Punjab . 2 Members– Sorry, not able to find it yet. 3 Jurisdiction– Zirakpur, Derabassi, Mohali, Landran, Kharar, SAS Nagar, Banur, Kurali, Balongi, Sohana, etc. All cities and villages coming in District … Read more
With the increase in the number of immigrants from India, many other people have found their fraud business in the same. Such cheaters have gripped many immigrants and affected the dreams of many.But there are many immigrants who are well aware of the fake identity and flee to foreign countries fraudulently. According to a data … Read more
ESTABLISHMENT AND CORPORATION OF STATE COMMISSION:- Section 17 of The Electricity Regulatory Commissions Act, 1998 lays down the establishment and corporation of State Commission:- The State Government may, if it deems fit, by notification in the Official Gazette, establish, for the purposes of this Act, a Commission for the State to be known as the … Read more
Introduction: FIR stands for “First Informational Report”. It is a written document prepared by a police officer when he receives information about a cognizable offence, generally filed under section 154 of the code of criminal procedure.Information given under sec 154(1) of the side is known as FIR but the section does not disclose FIR directly.It … Read more
This is shocking but true! The Haryana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) Gurugram & Panchkula does not have the jurisdiction to decide complaints of refund or interest as per the latest judgment of Haryana Real Estate Appellate Tribunal situated at Chandigarh Sector 17. The order of Haryana Appellate Real Estate Regulatory Authority at Chandigarh is … Read more
According to section 499 of IPC, whoever, by words either spoken or intended to be read, or by signs or by visible representations, makes or publishes any imputation concerning any person intending to harm, or knowing or having reason to believe that such imputation will harm, the reputation of such person, is said, except in the … Read more
Malicious prosecution includes certain proceedings that are instituted maliciously and this may include malicious arrest, malicious bankruptcy, malicious execution, and malicious search. Malicious prosecution is basically related to the malicious intention of failed criminal proceedings without any reasonable or possible cause against another. Malicious prosecution is a judicial proceeding that can be carried on by one … Read more
This one question has given headaches to not only homebuyers/consumers but even RERA Punjab and RERA Panchkula/Gurugram Lawyers in general who find it extremely difficult to understand the true intent of legislature behind the act. And I am one of that RERA Haryana and RERA Punjab advocate. My answer to this utter simple question is … Read more
Around more than 60 percent cases pending in the courts are property related disputes among family members. Another 10 percent are related to other family matters. The disputes may occur due to absence of a registered will or someone trying to challenge the will. Also, some try resolving issues through a family settlement agreement which … Read more
Role of NRI Wing PoliceStation The Government of Punjab established more than 10 NRI Wing Police Stations for the quick action on of complaints that involve Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). There are 11 NRI police stations and as per the notification by the state government, all district police comes under the jurisdiction of NRI police stations. Also … Read more
HIGH COURT DIRECTION ON DEALING WITH DRUG MENACE There is no single age group of people more affected by alcohol and drugs than young people. It may seem that it is an issue of an individual but in some ways it feels like it is an issue everywhere: for individual, his family and his friends. All over … Read more
Due to insufficient balance, torn cheque, overwriting, expiration of the validity of cheque, fraud, signature issue, etc., there are chances of cheque bounces or dishonored cheque. Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 deals with cheque bounce related cases. This section lays down the punishment for the one who is found guilty of cheque … Read more
Private Sector specialists selected as Govt. Joint Secretaries With a motive to introduce experienced people in government administration, NDA government had decided to appoint a few experienced and professionals for the post which were previously filled through clearing civil services exam. For the first time, specialists have been selected for appointment as joint secretaries in … Read more
Job Extension of two Years can be granted to PWD (Person with Disability) Teachers For the benefit of physically challenged employees, the government has issued many guidelines. Extension of the job was one of those guidelines. Recently a case was raised. Also Read- APPOINTMENT AGAINST SANCTIONED POSTS ONLY Facts of the case Teachers having a disability in … Read more
Latest Update on 498A by Supreme Court is that a woman can file a harassment case against in-laws from anywhere. A three-judge bench which was headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi has delivered a revolutionary judgment.According to which, a married woman can file dowry or other harassment cases against her in-laws and husband at any … Read more
Punjab and Haryana High Court is situated in Sector 1 Chandigarh and is one of the most visited places of the city for tourists. It’s a dream for every young lawyer like me (though my hairs are turning grey) to practice at High Court Chandigarh, such is the reputation of this prestigious institution managing justice … Read more
With rising importance of consumers and their contribution in growth of the economy, the importance of protection of consumer rights, fair & transparent transactions is ever than before. Everyday thousands of decisions are passed by consumer courts spread across the city directing various orders to either remove the deficiency or make a refund and compensate. … Read more
Due to modern day’s techno-savvy environment, we are getting addicted to the digital world more and that is why the crimes are increasing. The basic aim behind the development of the internet was to enhance the research and information sharing medium. With time, its uses increased due to the introduction of e-business, e-commerce, and e-governance, … Read more
Suspension means to take or withdraw the sentence for the time being. It is an act of keeping the sentence in abeyance at the pleasure of the person who is authorized to suspend the sentence, and if no conditions are imposed, the person authorized to suspend the sentence has the right to have the offender re-arrested and direct that he should undergo the rest of the sentence without assigning any reason. Section 389 (1) and (2) of Code of Criminal Procedure (Cr.P.C.) deal with a situation where a convicted person can get a Bail from appellate court after filing the criminal appeal. Section 389 (3) deals with a situation where the trial court itself can grant bail to convicted accused enabling him to prefer an appeal. Also Read- PAROLE FROM … Read more
Recently, cases wherein builders or purchasers causing unreasonable delay in handing over the possession of the property are on a rise. The builders refuse to handover the property even after the amount agreed has been paid by the buyer. The buyers are left in a lurch without no affirmation whatsoever. It happens so often that … Read more
Consumer Protection Act, 1986 is an Act of the Parliament of India enacted in 1986 to protect the interests of consumers in India. Who is Consumer? According to Consumer Protection act 1986, Any individual who purchases products or services for his personal use and not for manufacturing or resale is called a consumer. Who is … Read more
The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 which is also called the Land Acquisition Act, 2013 regulates the activities of land acquisition. It also lays down the procedure and rules for granting compensation, rehabilitation,and resettlement to the person who is affected during the process of land acquisition in India. … Read more
Every employee has a right to receive pension upon retirement. If payment of such person is delayed, the retired employee is surely entitled to get some interest for such delayed payment. Pension and even gratuity are aimed at maintaining the life of a retired employee and his dependents. These are welfare provisions if there is … Read more
The provisions of Section 357A of the Code of Criminal Procedure govern the compensation for the rehabilitation of victims. This section states that the State Government in co-operation with the Central Government will have to provide compensation to the victim of crime. This Victim Compensation Scheme has been formulated in 24 states and 7 UTs … Read more
In India, Criminal law is governed be Indian Penal Code (IPC) , Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) & Indian Evidence Act (IEA). IPC – states different types of sections/offences under which a person can be booked. CrPC- talks about procedure of how a criminal trial is to be conducted in court. IEA- states how evidence is … Read more
The terror of Immediate arrests in 498A coupled along with 406 IPC is back as the latest ruling of Supreme Court gives back the power to police to exercise this option. Though the intent of Section 498 A is to protect vulnerable women who are struggling with the atrocities of men but it is mostly … Read more
Compliance of Section 50 of the NDPS Act while Making an Arrest The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 prevents any person tomanufacture, possess, sell, purchase, transport, and consume any narcotic drug or psychotropic substance. Its main objective is to combine and amend the existinglaws relating to Narcotic Drug and to develop strict provision for … Read more
Partnership is a relationship between two or more persons who have agreed to share profit or loss of the business carried by them. Registration Of Partnership Firm According to Partnership Act 1932, registration of partnership firm is not mandatory. The procedure of registration of firm is simple File an application with the Registrar of Firms … Read more
Suspension from government job is different from getting fired from a private job. Suspension can be defined as temporary withdrawal of duties from a government servant, pending inquiry into his conduct, with simultaneous reduction in pay and withdrawal of some rights and privileges. The related rules are laid down in The Central Civil Services (Classification, … Read more
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