Several legal changes have been made to bolster the position of women in inheritance. With an amendment made to the Hindu Succession Act of 1956 in 2005, daughters have an equal share in their … READ FULL STORY
The procedure and laws applicable on division of a person’s self-bought property and his ancestral property are different. Considering the proprietorship of a self-acquired property lies exclusively and solely with the owner, unlike joint … READ FULL STORY
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, is a parliamentary act that aims to safeguard the interests of the homebuyers, while also assisting in the growth of the country’s real estate sector. The … READ FULL STORY
The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) was established in each state and union territory under the RERA (Real Estate) Regulation & Development Act, 2016. In 2017, the RERA act came into effect in Assam. … READ FULL STORY
Rapid urbanisation has led to an increased demand for housing and various infrastructural facilities. All development activities in a city are governed by zoning regulations and building by-laws. However, several illegal construction activities also … READ FULL STORY
Land settlements and land revenue assessments can be traced back to the Mughal era. It was subsequently continued during the British period, during which systematic methodologies for land survey were introduced, incorporating traditional and … READ FULL STORY
Of the many challenges faced by a tenant in a rented apartment, those caused by water, especially flooding, are not given much thought. While an owner may have several options, it is an ordeal … READ FULL STORY
Environmental clearance is a critical process that assesses the prospective environmental impacts of industrial projects. Ensuring these impacts are effectively managed, this process is a key element of sustainable development and is legally required … READ FULL STORY
In a move aimed at curbing instances of fraud and misdemeanour against people marrying foreign nationals, the law commission has recommended compulsory registration of marriages between Indians and non-resident Indian (NRI)/ Overseas Citizens of … READ FULL STORY
Investing in real estate, especially in a rapidly developing country like India, can be fulfilling yet complex. For many, it represents a financial commitment and a lifetime aspiration of owning a home. However, delays … READ FULL STORY
Among the many legal options available to entrepreneurs to start a business is a partnership firm. A partnership deed is that documentary proof which binds one professional partner with another. What is partnership … READ FULL STORY
Section 138 of the Negotiable Instrument Act, 1881, holds significance in regulating financial transactions involving cheques. It addresses the legal repercussions of dishonouring a cheque due to insufficient funds or other reasons.This article will … READ FULL STORY
Breach of contract is a common occurrence in real estate. One often hears of instances where two parties agree to sell/purchase a property, however, on the day of the registration, one party does not … READ FULL STORY
