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Telecom Transcendence: Navigating Net Neutrality in the Wake of India’s Telecommunications Act of 2023

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In this article, Shiekhar Panwar, an Independent Transactions Lawyer
discusses recent regulatory changes in India’s telecommunications sector, focusing on combating unsolicited communications and promoting Net Neutrality. It outlines the roles of regulatory bodies like the DoT and TRAI, emphasizing the need for transparent and non-discriminatory traffic management practices. The piece underscores the importance of fair access to internet content, advocating for explicit rules against blocking or prioritizing certain traffic and proposing a monitoring committee to oversee Net Neutrality violations.

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From Social Contracts to Smart Contracts: Navigating Decentralization, Blockchain, and Kleros Arbitration

/ Featured Posts, Alternate Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Blockchain, Blog, Uncategorised /

In this post, the author addresses how Blockchain operates independently of the internet, necessitating the use of an oracle as a connection point. This oracle serves as a conduit between the blockchain and the real world, conveying information about real-world events. They further discuss how as Blockchain technology underwent a separation from currency and its potential applications were being explored in various financial and interorganizational transactions, Blockchain 2.0 emerged to facilitate transactions beyond currency

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A JURISPRUDENTIAL ANALYSIS OF THE PLEA FOR MARRIAGE EQUALITY

/ Blog, Constitutional Law, Featured Posts, Supreme Court /

Introduction Against the backdrop of the LGBTQ movement, two same-sex couples filed a writ petition (hereinafter ‘Supriyo’) at the Supreme Court seeking legal recognition for same-sex marriages in India, also questioning primarily various provisions of the Special Marriage Act, 1954 (hereinafter ‘SMA’) and the Juvenile Justice Act challenging traditional norms and paving the way for

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Unravelling Venezuela’s Actions and Essequibo Referendum: A Socio-Legal Analysis, Unlawful Threat of Force

/ International Law, Blog, Featured Posts /

In this post, the author delves into the complex territorial dispute between Venezuela and Guyana over the Essequibo region, rich in oil resources.
Despite international rulings and ongoing diplomatic efforts, Venezuela’s recent referendum and subsequent actions demonstrate a clear violation of the prohibition against the threat of force, as outlined in Article 2(4) of the UN Charter. The article underscores the importance of upholding international legal norms to prevent regional destabilization and emphasizes the necessity for peaceful dispute resolution mechanisms.

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A Stamp of Approval: Supreme Court Resolves Issues Concerning Validity of Unstamped Arbitration Agreements

/ Arbitration, Blog, Constitutional Law, Featured Posts, Uncategorised /

In this post, the author presents a comprehensive overview of the Supreme Court’s judgment in Re: Interplay between Arbitration Agreements under the Arbitration And Conciliation Act, 1996 and the Indian Stamp Act, 1899.

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Decoding Key Provisions of the Mediation Act 2023

/ Mediation, Alternate Dispute Resolution, Blog, Featured Posts /

India is the world’s largest democracy, with a population of over 140 crore. It is only natural to assume that the dispute resolution mechanism of the country would be speedy and cost effective. Yet, an overwhelming majority somehow still is stuck in litigation and court shackles.
This post talks about an alternative to the struggles of many, Mediation and Conciliation. The author starts off by establishing the contextual foundation of the Mediation Act 2023, with respect to cases pronounced by domestic courts and guidelines set by other international forums.
Then a deep look is taken into the key provisions of the Mediation Act to understand major problems that the act aims to cater and resolve along with its potential to engage the dispute resolution in India.

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Secured Creditor v. Government Dues: Unravelling the Judicial Stance in India

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In this post, the author discusses the judicial stance in India regarding the priority of secured creditors’ claims versus government dues in the context of insolvency and bankruptcy cases. In doing so, the author also aims to highlight the importance of the IBC in resolving corporate insolvency issues and ensuring a fair and transparent distribution of assets among stakeholders.

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The Need for an ‘India-centric’ Artificial Intelligence (Development & Regulation) Bill

/ Artificial Intelligence, Blog, Featured Posts, India /

Introduction India’s swiftly evolving artificial intelligence (AI) landscape introduces a milieu of opportunities and challenges, necessitating a meticulous reassessment of the nation’s regulatory competence. The omnipresence of AI applications spanning various industries underscores the exigency for lucid, secure, and standardized regulations. The pervasive use of AI technology across diverse sectors accentuates apprehensions pertaining to transparency,

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Synchronising the interpretation of Article VII of the Outer Space Treaty and State Obligations with the growth of Private Players in Space

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In this post, the author attempts to explore the divergent perspectives held by the United States, Europe, and India on the phrase “procures the launch” in defining a “launching State.” While the USA traditionally maintains a conservative stance, excluding non-state actors from liability, Europe and India have been more inclusive. The article advocates for the USA to reconsider its position, suggesting amendments to legislation that would acknowledge government involvement in private launches, even beyond its territorial jurisdiction. By embracing a broader definition of a ‘launching state’ and adopting joint and several liability, the USA can align its space regulations with international standards, fostering a balance between private space exploration and global responsibility.

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