Editorial Board Post

THE RELIANCE-FUTURE DEAL AND THE FUTURE OF RETAIL – KEY CONCERNS FOR COMPETITION LAW

In this post, the author analyses the recently concluded Reliance-Future Group Deal from a Competition Law perspective. In doing so, she looks at the applicability of the failing firm defence to the present deal and thereafter moves on to highlighting the future anti-competitive effects of the acquisition.

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.

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”.

Black Lives Matter US Law George Floyd

Police Involvement in the Black Lives Matter Movement: The Need for Selective Allowance (Part-II)

In this two part editorial post, the authors present a compelling piece on the need for selective allowance for police officers to participate in protests in light of the recent “Black Lives Matter” movement .
In Part-II of the article, the authors study the origin and development of the “qualified immunity”doctrine. In doing so, the authors also highlight the subjectivity involved in the application of the doctrine and conclude with a way forward.

Black Lives Matter US Law George Floyd

Police Involvement in the Black Lives Matter Movement: The Need for Selective Allowance (Part-I)

In this two part editorial post, the authors present a compelling piece on the need for selective allowance for police officers to participate in protests in light of the recent “Black Lives Matter” movement .
The first part of this article takes into account the overlapping interests of policeman, and suggests the formation of a comprehensive new protocol to allow for the participation of these police officers.