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Supreme Court Judges Urge Judiciary to Evolve for AI Economy, Warn of Algorithmic Pitfalls
SC judges urged the judiciary to rapidly adapt to India's AI economy and gain technical literacy to avoid obsolescence. They highlighted the need to adjudicate new frontiers like Smart Contracts, Crypto Asset Regulation, and the risks of AI-Generated Evidence and algorithmic due process.

Chintan Shah
Oct 145 min read
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Kerala Mandates AI for Witness Depositions, Becoming First State to Digitize Evidence Recording Statewide
The Kerala High Court mandated the use of 'Adalat.AI' (AI speech-to-text tool) for all witness depositions statewide. The move aims to boost accuracy and tackle judicial backlog but raises new concerns about evidentiary challenge and 'AI hallucinations'.

Chintan Shah
Oct 145 min read
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Aadhaar is for Identity, Not Citizenship: SC Allows its Use for Bihar Voter List Revision
In a landmark electoral law development, the Supreme Court has ruled that Aadhaar cards are valid for identity verification during Bihar's voter list revision. The bench clarified that while Aadhaar is not proof of citizenship, it qualifies as a standalone identity document under Section 23(4) of the R.P. Act. This ruling aims to enhance electoral participation, particularly for marginalized communities who often face hurdles with documentation.

Chintan Shah
Sep 165 min read
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Jan Vishwas (Amendment) Bill Introduced to Decriminalize 350+ Minor Offenses
The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2025, has been introduced to decriminalize over 350 minor offenses across central laws. The bill replaces imprisonment with monetary fines and introduces administrative adjudication to reduce judicial burden and promote ease of business.

Chintan Shah
Aug 194 min read
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Legal Reforms or Legal Gaps? India’s Struggle with Sustainability
Without structural reform, India’s environmental laws will continue to be band-aids on systemic wounds.

Chintan Shah
May 414 min read
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What Are the Data Retention Rules Under the DPDPA Act?
Data retention under DPDPA: Know when businesses must delete personal data and the legal obligations for compliance.

Chintan Shah
Feb 204 min read
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Steps to File a Complaint with the Data Protection Board Under DPDPA Act
Learn how to file a complaint with India's Data Protection Board (DPB) under the DPDPA Act to safeguard your digital privacy rights

Chintan Shah
Feb 189 min read
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Death Penalty in India: The 'Rarest of Rare' Doctrine Under BNS and BNSSÂ
Death penalty in India: How the ‘Rarest of Rare’ doctrine evolves under BNS & BNSS. Key reforms, legal impact & judicial insights.

Chintan Shah
Feb 135 min read
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Document Inspection under BSA: A Comprehensive GuideÂ
Understanding document inspection under BSA 2023—authenticity, relevance, and digital evidence in modern legal proceedings.

Chintan Shah
Feb 54 min read
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How to Challenge the Admissibility of Electronic Evidence under BSA
Learn how to challenge the admissibility of electronic evidence under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam with legal provisions and case laws.

Chintan Shah
Jan 234 min read
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What are the Procedures for Examination and Cross-Examination of Witnesses under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA)
Understand the procedures for witness examination and cross-examination under the BSA, 2023, with key sections and landmark cases.

Chintan Shah
Jan 177 min read
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How to Handle Oral and Documentary Evidence Under Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam(BSA)Â
Explore oral and documentary evidence under BSA: key provisions, landmark cases, and practical challenges explained.

Chintan Shah
Jan 163 min read
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How the BNS Transforms Terrorism Defense: Key Legal Insights
BNS transforms terrorism defense by balancing national security, individual rights, and addressing emerging threats.

Chintan Shah
Jan 145 min read
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BNS and Its Impact on Conviction Appeals: Insights and JudgmentsÂ
Explore the transformative impact of BNS on conviction appeals, highlighting key sections and landmark judgments for successful advocacy.

Chintan Shah
Jan 95 min read
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How Section 61 of the BNS Impacts Prosecution of Criminal Conspiracy
Understanding Section 61 of BNS: How India's legal framework tackles criminal conspiracies with landmark judgments and case laws.

Chintan Shah
Dec 26, 20245 min read
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Defending Against Abetment Charges Under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)Â
Understand abetment charges under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and how to defend against them effectively.

Chintan Shah
Dec 24, 20244 min read
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How to Effectively Handle Appeals in Petty Offense Cases under BNSS
Streamline justice with BNSS: Navigate appeals for petty offenses efficiently and uphold rights under the new legal framework.

Chintan Shah
Dec 18, 20244 min read
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Initiating Legal Proceedings Against Public Servants for Misconduct Under BNSSÂ
The BNSS, 2023 transforms justice by ensuring accountability for public servants while safeguarding honest officials from frivolous claims.

Chintan Shah
Dec 9, 20244 min read
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What Are the Special Procedures for Mentally Ill Offenders under BNSS?Â
BNSS ensures fair trials for mentally ill offenders, emphasizing protection, medical assessments, and legal safeguards for mental health.

Chintan Shah
Dec 4, 20245 min read
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What Are the Benefits of Using Video Conferencing in Legal Proceedings? A Perspective Under BNSSÂ
Video conferencing revolutionizes India’s judiciary under BNSS 2023, enhancing efficiency, accessibility, and transparency.

Chintan Shah
Nov 25, 20245 min read
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