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Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023 Modernizing Evidence Admissibility in Indian Legal Proceedings

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Vijay M, Associate, Dispute Resolution Practice Introduction: The Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023[1], recently introduced in the Parliament, aims to revolutionize the way evidence is admitted in Indian legal proceedings. This ambitious legislation seeks to replace the long-standing Indian Evidence Act, 1872[2], along with two other bills aimed at reforming the Indian Penal Code, 1860[3], and the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973[4]. This article delves into the significant changes proposed by the Bill and provides a critical analysis of its potential impact on the Indian legal system. One of the most noteworthy aspects of the Bharatiya Sakshya Bill is its approach towards consolidation and...

06 October

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Navigating the Legal Conundrum of Google AdWords and Trademarks in India

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Navigating the Legal Conundrum of Google AdWords and Trademarks

Aiswarya YK, Associate, Dispute Resolution Practice Divishyaa T, Intern, Dispute Resolution Practice Introduction: In the digital age, online advertising has become a ubiquitous and essential tool for businesses to reach their target audience. Google AdWords, a prominent platform in the online advertising landscape, allows businesses to bid on keywords to display their ads prominently in search results. While AdWords offers significant benefits, it has also sparked legal debates, particularly in the context of trademark infringement. This article explores the legal complexities surrounding Google AdWords and trademarks in India. Understanding Google AdWords: Google AdWords is an advertising service offered by Google, allowing businesses to create and...

22 September

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NEW AGE DIGITAL GOVERNANCE: AN OVERVIEW OF THE DIGITAL PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION ACT, 2023

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Sonam Nanda - Advocate, Surana & Surana International Attorneys INTRODUCTION In an ever-evolving digital world, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (the “Act”), stands as a crucial framework that demands our attention. As technology continues to weave itself into the fabric of our daily lives, the Act addresses the pressing need for robust data security and responsible data handling. It signifies a pivotal shift towards greater accountability and transparency in the digital landscape of India. Through a comprehensive review of its key provisions, this article will examine the changes brought forth by the Act and critically analyse the implications it carries...

29 June

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Decoding Digital India Act: A critical analysis of India’s proposed legislative framework for the digital era

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Aiswarya YK, Associate, Dispute Resolution practice Introduction: The digital landscape is rapidly evolving, necessitating the establishment of comprehensive legal frameworks to safeguard the rights and interests of individuals and entities. The proposed Digital India Act aims to address the emerging challenges of the digital age, providing a regulatory framework for various aspects of cyberspace. In this article, we will critically analyse the proposed act, examining its inclusions, exclusions, regulations, and the potential impact it may have on the market and intermediaries. On March 9, 2023, representatives from the legal and technology industries, among others, were invited to a consultation hosted by the Ministry of...

11 August

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The need to regulate E-Pharmacies in India- Necessary checks for a booming industry

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Adithya Narayan Student Intern, Dispute Prevention & Resolution INTRODUCTION Over the last few decades, there has been a significant increase in the digital commercialization of goods and services. "E-Pharmacies" have entered the race during the Covid-19 lockdown and the need for medications has fueled their growth. As a result of this transformation, nearly everything, including medicines and medical tests, has become available at one's fingertips via e-commerce portals in recent years. The Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 (‘D&C Act’) (80 years old) still regulates the entire medical supply industry in India. Amendments or replacement of this law are needed to adequately address the...

09 July

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IP NEWS UPDATES -MAY 2022

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USPTO To Begin Issuing Electronic Trademark Registration Certificates On 2nd May, the USPTO announced via federal notice that, on June 7, 2022, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will start issuing electronic certificates of trademark registration. The electronic registration certificate will serve as the official registration certificate once it is issued. Trademark owners will have the choice to obtain paper "presentation" copies when the USPTO starts distributing electronic registration certificates, although doing so will carry a price. The ability to purchase certified copies of their trademark registrations will also be available. The Supreme Court's Effort to Resolve the Date on Section...

05 July

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RIGHT TO BE FORGOTTEN

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Can one be forgotten from the internet? The need In the hyper connected nature of the web today, personal information about anyone can be easily obtained within a few clicks on the internet. Personal Identifiable Information (PII) refers to any data that can distinguish a living individual uniquely or can trace it back to them. Name, identification number like Aadhar or Pan number, address, mother’s maiden name or social media identifiers constitute PII primarily. It may also include news articles indexed with the search engines like Google, financial information like credit card, bank account details, or data of violations and criminal convictions. There are...

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Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023 Modernizing Evidence Admissibility in Indian Legal Proceedings

Navigating the Legal Conundrum of Google AdWords and Trademarks in India

NEW AGE DIGITAL GOVERNANCE: AN OVERVIEW OF THE DIGITAL PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION ACT, 2023

Decoding Digital India Act: A critical analysis of India’s proposed legislative framework for the digital era

The need to regulate E-Pharmacies in India- Necessary checks for a booming industry

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