Law News and Updates 27-02-2021

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Maharashtra: Law admission takes its own course, to close March-end

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Source: Times of India

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Not brought any new law, existing provisions give us power: Javadekar on new online content rules

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Source: India Today

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Shekhar Gupta: Indian judiciary and law of Habeas Porcus

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Source: Business Standard

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Social media, online news websites, OTT platforms under regulatory net: Information Technology Rules, 2021 notified

 Source: Bar & Bench (https://www.barandbench.com)

To read this article, please go to the following link:

https://www.barandbench.com/news/social-media-online-news-websites-ott-platforms-under-regulatory-net-information-technology-rules-2021-notified

No fundamental right of same-sex marriage, legal recognition can't be given by court: Central government tells Delhi High Court

 Source: Bar & Bench (https://www.barandbench.com)

The submission was made in Central Government's affidavit filed in a petition seeking recognition of same-sex marriage under Hindu Marriage Act.

The Central government has told the Delhi High Court that in spite of decriminalisation of homosexuality under Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code, there is no fundamental right of same-sex marriage. (Abhijit Iyer Mitra & ors vs UOI)

To read this article, go to the following link:

https://www.barandbench.com/news/litigation/no-fundamental-right-same-sex-marriage-legal-recognition-cant-given-court-central-government-delhi-high-court

Studying law abroad: What can you do with a foreign degree in law?

 Source: Careers360

The largest number of foreign universities whose law degrees the Bar Council of India recognises is in the United Kingdom. However, a foreign law degree may present a few hurdles......

To read this article, go to the following link:

https://news.careers360.com/studying-law-abroad-what-can-you-do-foreign-degree-in-law

What’s next for contract lawyering?

 Source: Lawyers Weekly (https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au)

To read this article by Matthew Kay, go to the following link:

https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au/newlaw/30640-what-s-next-for-contract-lawyering

Can an under-18 Muslim girl be married? HC verdict puts focus back on Child Marriage law

 Source: The Print (https://theprint.in)

HC grants protection to 17-year-old girl & her spouse as Muslim personal law allows marriage after age 15. Prohibition of Child Marriage Act is silent on personal laws.....

To read this article by Apoorva Mandhani, go to the following link:

 https://theprint.in/judiciary/can-an-under-18-muslim-girl-be-married-hc-verdict-puts-focus-back-on-child-marriage-law/604032/

Is Free Software The Next Trend In LegalTech?

 Source: Above the Law (https://abovethelaw.com)

XIRA’s new, free Gavel promises to revolutionize the business operation of solo practitioners.

To read thjs article, go to the following link:

https://abovethelaw.com/2021/02/is-free-software-the-next-trend-in-legaltech/

How do SC, NGT judgments impact the economy? NITI Aayog commissions study to find out

 Source: The Print (https://theprint.in)

Study was commissioned 1.5 years ago to CUTS International, but was delayed due to pandemic. Many judges, lawyers & civil servants say it’s necessary....... To read this article, go to the following link:

https://theprint.in/judiciary/how-do-sc-ngt-judgments-impact-the-economy-niti-aayog-commissions-study-to-find-out/601351/

The uphill battle for India’s digital rights

 Source: The Hindu

Privacy, accessibility, hate speech... the question of individual rights on the Internet is broad, complicated and fuggy. Ahead of Safer Internet Day (February 9), meet the organisations working to clear the air......

To read this article by Meghna Majumdar, go to the following link:

https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/internet/internet-digital-liberties-organisations-of-india-2021/article33782713.ece

What Is Appropriate Limitation Period Applicable To Appeals Filed Under Section 37 Of Arbitration and Conciliation Act? Supreme Court To Decide

 Source: Live Law (https://www.livelaw.in)

To read this article, go to the following link:

 https://www.livelaw.in/top-stories/limitation-period-appeal-section-37-arbitration-supreme-court-169494

“Something is Rotten in the State of Denmark”—Delays in Judicial Elevation

 Source: India Legal (https://www.indialegallive.com)

Delays in judicial appointments affect every citizen whose basic human rights are protected by courts. Are the Executive and the Judiciary equally to blame for this?..........

To read this article by Prof. Upendra Baxi, go to the following link:

https://www.indialegallive.com/column-news/something-is-rotten-in-the-state-of-denmark-delays-in-judicial-elevation/

Implications of Section 69 of IT Act 2000 R/w IT rules 2009 imposed on the citizens of India vis-a-vis privacy guaranteed under Article 21

 Source: https://www.indialegallive.com

Witnessing the tremendous change in communication technology, digital technology from quite some time in our lives by strengthening e-commerce more reliable, more efficient, time saving and time-consuming. Despite seeing some positive changes, it rapidly showing its adverse implications......

To read this article by Kunal Yadav, go to the following link:

https://www.indialegallive.com/special/it-act-section-69-privacy-implications-article-21/

Popping the Bubble: Online Swag Purveyor Held Accountable For Infringement

 Source: Above the Law (https://abovethelaw.com)

Redbubble was attempting to exploit the Section 512 safe harbor to avoid liability for the obviously infringing items sold on its website ...... To read this article, go to the following link:

https://abovethelaw.com/2021/02/popping-the-bubble-online-swag-purveyor-held-accountable-for-infringement/

Book review: Justice B.S. Chauhan on Ashok Panda’s book - 'Institutions that Shaped Modern India: Supreme Court'

 Source: https://www.indialegallive.com

Justice B.S. Chauhan, former Judge of the Supreme Court of India and former Chairman, Law Commission of India, has presented his views on Senior Advocate Ashok Panda’s book Institutions that Shaped Modern India: Supreme Court. To read this review, go to the following link:

https://www.indialegallive.com/top-news-of-the-day/news/book-review-ashok-panda-institutions-that-shaped-modern-india-supreme-court-justice-bs-chauhan/

Need To Fix Timeline In Judges Appointments In The Constitutional Courts

 Source: Live Law (https://www.livelaw.in)

To read this Article by Dr. Lokendra Malik, go to the following link:

https://www.livelaw.in/columns/constitutional-court-judges-appointment-ministry-of-law-and-justice-169334

In UPI Data Privacy Case, SC Issues Notices To Facebook, Google, Amazon

 Source: Inc42 (https://inc42.com)

The Supreme Court has sought responses from Facebook, Google, WhatsApp and Amazon to a plea that seeks to ensure data privacy of users of UPI platforms ....... To read this article, go to the following link:

https://inc42.com/buzz/in-upi-data-privacy-case-sc-issues-notices-to-facebook-google/

What Happened 71 Years Ago, When the Vision of the Supreme Court Was First Laid Out

 Source: https://www.thebetterindia.com

On 28 January 1950, the Supreme Court held its first sitting under the Indian Constitution in the Court Chamber of Parliament House.......... To read this article, go to the following link:

https://www.thebetterindia.com/248312/supreme-court-of-india-first-sitting-sc-chief-justice-hj-kania-fundamental-right-law-nor41/