A summary suit for recovery of money is a legal action filed in court to recover a debt, often used when the defendant’s liability is clear and undisputed. It’s a streamlined process aimed at faster resolution compared to a regular civil …
To determine the appropriate jurisdiction for a money recovery suit, consider both territorial and pecuniary factors. Territorially, the suit can be filed where the defendant resides, carries on business, or where the cause of action arose. Pecuniary jurisdiction depends on the value …
Cheque Bounce New Rules 2025: Stricter Penalties, Faster Complaint Filing & Key Changes You Must Know Starting April 1, 2025, the Government of India has introduced significant amendments to the Negotiable Instruments Act, tightening rules around cheque bounce cases. These updates aim to …
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has levied monetary penalties totaling Rs. 2.206 crore on five leading Indian banks for various lapses in regulatory compliance. The banks penalized include ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, IDBI Bank, Bank of Maharashtra, and Bank …
In a recent landmark judgment, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has ruled that insurance companies are not liable to compensate gratuitous passengers, such as porters or labourers, travelling in goods vehicles. The judgment was passed by Justice Satyen Vaidya in …
In a significant ruling under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has held that a minor typographical error in a statutory demand notice does not invalidate proceedings for cheque dishonour. The decision came …
Money disputes are as old as trade itself. From handshake agreements to formal contracts, unpaid dues often lead individuals and businesses into legal battles. In India, money recovery suits offer a structured legal mechanism to recover such debts—but the process …
A cheque bounce case occurs when a cheque, presented for payment, is returned unpaid by the bank due to insufficient funds in the drawer’s account. This is a criminal offense under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, and can result …
When a notice is sent by registered post, there’s a legal presumption that it’s been duly served, meaning the recipient received it. This presumption is based on the assumption that the postal service will deliver the notice in the normal …
To file a cheque bounce case, first send a legal notice to the drawer within 30 days of the cheque bouncing, demanding payment within 15 days. If the drawer doesn’t pay within that timeframe, file a criminal complaint with the court …
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India clarified the application of Section 34 of the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC), reaffirming that courts have the authority to determine interest rates in the absence of a specific contractual agreement …
Demat Debit & Pledge Instruction (DDPI) Mechanism: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), in its continued efforts to enhance transparency and investor protection, introduced the Demat Debit and Pledge Instruction (DDPI) mechanism through a circular dated April 4, …
The High Court referred to the Supreme Court’s ruling in Board of Control of Cricket in India v. Regional Director, Employees State Insurance Corp. (2022), which established that an establishment qualifies for ESI registration only if it systematically engages in …
The High Court highlighted that Section 132 was introduced to strengthen regulatory oversight and align audit standards with global best practices. It does not create new liabilities but fills a regulatory gap to enhance transparency, accountability, and audit quality. The …
Latest Updates on Income Tax, GST & Corporate Law: 8 February 2025 Income Tax Update-1: The Union Cabinet on Friday approved a new Income Tax Bill aimed at simplifying the tax system without introducing new taxes. The Union Cabinet on …
Latest Updates on Income Tax, GST & Corporate Law: 7 February 2025 Income Tax Update-1: Cabinet may approve new Income Tax Bill on Friday i.e. 7th Feb The Union Cabinet may approve the new Income Tax Bill on Friday, paving …
Recent Updates on Income Tax, GST & Corporate Law: 6 February 2025 Income Tax Update 1: CBDT order for sharing information on Income Tax payers to the Department of Foods & Public Distribution The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), …
Latest Updates on Income Tax, GST & Corporate Law: 3 February 2025 Income Tax Update 1: New Scheme to ALP on International Transactions for a Block Period of 3 years In the budget 2025, the finance minister proposed a new …
Recent Updates on Income Tax, GST & Corporate Law: 31 January 2025 Income Tax Update-1: New SMS campaign by the Income Tax Department to warn taxpayers about political donations claim The Income Tax Department has issued a cautionary message to …
Recent Updates on Income Tax, GST, and Corporate Law – 29 January 2025 Income Tax Update 1: CBDT Notification No. 10/2025 – Key Amendments for Venture Capital Funds, Finance Companies, Retail Schemes, and ETFs in IFSCs The Ministry of Finance, …