Charged More Than MRP for a Cold Drink? The Truth about Shops, Restaurants, Multiplexes, and Your Consumer Rights in India (2026)
Introduction It is a scorching summer afternoon. You walk into a neighbourhood shop, a multiplex during a movie interval, or a food outlet at a railway station and pick up a bottle of water or a cold drink. The printed MRP says ₹20 or ₹30, but when you reach the counter, you are asked to […]
Deleting the Digital Footprint: Legal Remedies under India’s DPDP Act, 2023
INTRODUCTION Imagine applying for a job and discovering that an embarrassing photograph uploaded years ago still appears prominently on a search engine. Imagine a college student whose private images were shared online without consent, continuing to circulate across websites despite repeated requests for removal. Consider a person acquitted of criminal charges, yet old news reports […]
Refund on non refundable flight tickets
Refund on Non-Refundable Flight Tickets: Can Passengers Legally Demand a Cash Refund for Delayed or Cancelled Flights under DGCA Guidelines? Introduction In recent years, the Indian aviation sector has witnessed rapid expansion, increased passenger traffic, and aggressive airline competition. However, alongside this growth, complaints relating to flight delays, cancellations, denied boarding, and refund disputes have […]
What Is Mental Health Insurance Claim? Procedure, Rights, and Legal Remedies Under the MHCA 2017 with Case Laws
Abstract/Introduction A few months ago, Riya’s younger brother Aarav was admitted to a private hospital in Pune after he began showing signs of severe depression. He was not sleeping, had stopped eating properly, and had started speaking about ending his life. The psychiatrist advised immediate inpatient treatment, counselling, and close observation. After ten days in […]
No More Jail for Minor FSSAI Violations?: Act and Food Safety in India
Introduction Imagine this situation. A small restaurant owner in Guwahati receives a notice from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) because the packaging on his homemade pickles did not properly mention the batch number. A few years ago, even a technical mistake like this could create panic. The owner might have feared […]
How to Claim Insurance if the Company Denies a Valid Claim?
Introduction Insurance is meant to provide financial protection during difficult situations. Whether it is health insurance, life insurance, vehicle insurance, or property insurance, policyholders pay premiums with the expectation that the insurance company will support them during emergencies. However, many people face serious problems when insurance companies deny valid claims. Such denial can create financial […]
Navigating the Legal Landscape of Home-Based Kitchens and Food Businesses: A Comprehensive Guide
Abstract A culinary revolution has taken place in the global food industry with the rise of the home food business concept – an industry that has rapidly evolved from grassroots, localised origins into a key component of today’s digital economy. This trend, further enabled by the growth of food-tech aggregators, such as Swiggy […]
When a Cheque Fails: Understanding the Legal Consequences of Cheque Dishonour Under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
Abstract In today’s commercial and financial world, cheques remain one of the most widely used instruments of payment in India. They serve as a token of trust between parties – a written promise that funds will be transferred. However, when that promise is broken and a cheque is returned unpaid by the bank, it does […]
What Are the Legal Requirements for Clinical Trials in India?
INTRODUCTION Clinical trials are important for the development of new medicines, vaccines, and medical devices. They help researchers find out whether a treatment is safe and effective for human use. Since clinical trials involve human participants, the law gives great importance to safety, consent, and ethical conduct. In India, clinical trials are regulated through a […]
MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE IN INDIA: FROM BREACH OF TRUST TO THE PURSUIT OF JUSTICE
In 2023 alone, the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) processed over 1.25 lakh medical negligence cases, awarding a staggering ₹4,200 crore in compensation, according to the NCDRC’s annual report. These cold statistics conceal heartbreaking human dramas that unfold daily across India’s vast healthcare landscape. Picture a young mother in a modest clinic near Devanahalli, […]