Articles by Parijata Bhardwaj
Legally Speaking | Did the criminal laws need a hasty overhaul?
The changes have resulted in vaguely drafted provisions, which will have to go through several rounds of judicial review before clarity sets in.
Published on Jul 22, 2024 09:14 PM IST
Legally Speaking | The never-ending controversy of NEET 2024
Many students spend years preparing for the exam. The 24 lakh candidates are competing to secure admission in only 1.08 lakh seats
Published on Jul 12, 2024 07:00 AM IST
From Medha Patkar to Rahul Gandhi: A look at key defamation cases
Several politicians, activists and journalists have been at the centre of high-profile defamation cases.
Published on Jul 04, 2024 11:57 PM IST
Tracing the historical evolution of the Enemy Agents Ordinance, 1948
Primary criticism against the act is that existing legislations are equipped to handle relevant issues
Published on Jun 30, 2024 07:00 AM IST
Explained: Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act
Different states already have legislation to check unfair practices but the same do not seem to have had any impact in putting an end to paper leaks.
Published on Jun 24, 2024 05:48 PM IST
The curious case of the sanction against Arundhati Roy
The criminal procedure should not be dependent on the vagaries of politics but premised on hard facts and evidence.
Published on Jun 19, 2024 07:00 PM IST
Decoding deepfakes: A look at Indian judiciary’s stance
Regulating deepfakes is not a simple black and white issue but requires deliberation not only on the legal aspects but technological advancement
Published on Jun 15, 2024 02:49 PM IST
The evolution of elections in India
Despite its flaws, there is no denying that a free and fair election is the heart of a thriving democracy.
Published on Jun 04, 2024 07:00 AM IST
Deportation and the Supreme Court: Understanding the stand of the apex court
India does not have comprehensive domestic legislation nor is it a signatory to the the United Nations’ 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol.
Published on May 28, 2024 11:07 PM IST
Pune Porsche case: What does the law say about a minor being tried as an adult?
The Pune Porsche car crash case raises critical questions about how juveniles should be treated under the law, especially in cases of heinous offences.
Published on May 26, 2024 08:30 AM IST
Whose song is it anyway? Unravelling Ilaiyaraja’s struggle for ownership
This ongoing legal saga highlights the broader issues in India’s copyright framework and the balance between creators' rights and producers' ownership.
Published on May 21, 2024 08:14 PM IST
A look into recent SC judgment exempting lawyers from Consumer Protection Act
Does the judgment mean that a lawyer is not liable for professional misconduct? No. An advocate is duty-bound to fearlessly uphold the interest of their clients
Published on May 18, 2024 12:57 AM IST
A look into the Constitutional immunity of the Governor
Article 361 of the Constitution confers upon the President and the Governor absolute personal immunity regarding acts while exercising official powers.
Published on May 09, 2024 01:17 AM IST
Legally Speaking | A look into recent cases of police excesses and abuse
Recent decisions by high courts set a strong precedent for holding law enforcement accountable for custodial violence and repeated detentions
Published on May 05, 2024 12:57 AM IST
A deep dive into the key legal battles over the right to property
From the noteworthy Reddy case to the ongoing apex court deliberations, these cases provide a backdrop to the evolving jurisprudence surrounding property rights
Published on May 02, 2024 09:00 AM IST
Can political parties be held legally accountable for unfulfilled manifestos?
Election season brings forth a slew of promises from political parties. However, the legal enforceability of these promises is a complex issue.
Published on Apr 24, 2024 09:14 PM IST
Legally Speaking | Do we have the right to sleep?
The Bombay high court recently emphasised that the right to sleep is a fundamental human right. The HC's ruling aligns with a universal right to rest
Published on Apr 20, 2024 11:30 PM IST
The suits against Patanjali prove that only strict action protects public health
In a country like India, where medicines are easily sold without prescriptions, there is a need for regulation of ads to prevent the harms of self-medication
Published on Apr 13, 2024 08:57 PM IST
Civil unions and marriage: Where are we in India?
As the Congress and CPI offer hope for same-sex couples in the country, a look at the difference between the legal formats of partnership that are in discussion
Published on Apr 10, 2024 09:19 PM IST
Legally Speaking | The Patanjali proceedings: A brief overview of the case
Why were Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balakrishna summoned to the Supreme Court? Why did the Supreme Court refuse to accept their apology?
Published on Apr 03, 2024 10:38 PM IST
Legally Speaking | What is India’s stand towards refugees?
As the SC hears applications seeking to stay the recently notified CAA rules, as well as the law itself, here’s a bird’s eye view of the issues at stake
Published on Mar 19, 2024 08:51 PM IST
Legally Speaking | Twists and turns of GN Saibaba’s legal battle
The professor was released last week after the Bombay HC found no concrete evidence. HT speaks to his lawyer, Nihalsing Rathod, on what it took to get justice
Published on Mar 15, 2024 08:51 PM IST
How much work is housework? Computing the value of unpaid labour
While there is increasing recognition of the value of housework, there is still a need for it to be seen as work of measurable economic value
Updated on Mar 08, 2024 11:35 AM IST
A look at the laws to combat ‘Black magic’ and other such practices
Legislation to tackle superstitions requires a deep understanding of India’s cultural practices so that healthcare practitioners are not put at risk
Published on Mar 01, 2024 09:33 PM IST
How the state views interpersonal relationships
The state has often intervened in the domain of relationships to maintain the delicate balance between a person’s right to privacy and a just social order
Published on Feb 27, 2024 07:26 PM IST
How to be a constitutionalist: Lessons from Fali S. Nariman's cases
All accused have right to a lawyer, a woman has the right to earn without discrimination, Governors must stay neutral, newspapers have freedom of expression
Published on Feb 24, 2024 06:33 PM IST
