August 2020

Ms. Nehaa Chaudhari Internet Law and Policy

TCLF ONE-ON-ONE| Ep. 13 Ms. Nehaa Chaudhari: Contemporary Developments in Data Protection & Privacy

In the 13th episode of TCLF One-on-One, Ms. Nehaa Chaudhari talks about legal and policy intricacies of the Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019, commercial implications of privacy and data protection around the world and much more.

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Protectionism in the Age of Globalisation

Protectionism In The Age of Globalization: An Appraisal Of India’s Economic Policy

In this article, the authors critically analyse India’s tryst with protectionism in the aftermath of Covid-19 pandemic. While doing so, they highlight that this is a significant shift from India’s stance on globalisation and argue that such a protectionist policy is a lost opportunity for India.

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Free Speech AI

The Interface between Artificial Intelligence and Free Speech: Implications for India (Part II)

In this two part article, the author sheds light on growing significance of Artificial Intelligence in regulating hate speech and its ramifications on Freedom of Expression.
In Part II, the author describes how an uncontrolled AI can usher in an era of authoritarianism, where democracy can be subverted both by state and private players. He used this argument to establish a case for need of comprehensive legal regulations.

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Free Speech AI

The Interface between Artificial Intelligence and Free Speech: Implications for India (Part I)

In this two part article, the author sheds light on growing significance of Artificial Intelligence in regulating hate speech and its ramifications on Freedom of Expression.
In Part I, the author talks about existing policies regarding AI in various jurisdictions and their insufficiency vis-à-vis the fear of “chilling effect”.

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Bihar Liquor Ban Prohibition

Bihar Liquor Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016: The Strategic Use of Law as a Tool for Battered Women

In this post, the author seeks to analyse the Bihar Liquor Prohibition and Excise Act 2016 from a socio-legal perspective. In doing so, the author argues that the Act has empowered women in Bihar to communicate their demands, by providing them with the backing of a legal norm.

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Rent Waiver for Commercial Lease- Force Majeure Event?

Suspension/Waiver of Rent under Commercial Leases or Licenses during COVID-19: A Force Majeure Event?

In this article, the author attempts to bring clarity to the issue concerning the entitlement of tenants to seek waiver/ suspension of payment of rents, in the absence or presence of a Force Majeure clause under commercial lease/ license agreements, during the period of lockdown as well as post lockdown.

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Syed Tamjeed Ahmad Aviation Laws

TCLF ONE-ON-ONE| Ep.12 Mr. Syed Tamjeed Ahmad: Contemporary Issues in Aviation Law & Impact of COVID

In this episode of TCLF One-on-One, Mr. Syed Tamjeed Ahmad (Aviation Lawyer at Sarin and Co.) talks about his journey as an aviation lawyer, his experience of working with Boeing, the Qatar Air blockade case, impact of Covid-19 on the Aviation Industry and much more.

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India Patent Protection

Should India reconsider its Patent Protection Regime in the wake of a “Self-Reliant India”?

In this post, the author argues for the development of a Utility Patent regime in India, in light of the ‘Self-Reliant India’ initiative. In doing so, the author highlights the importance of Utility Patents in fostering inclusive growth, and further provides some interesting suggestions to develop the concerned regime.

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