INTRODUCTION “With great influence comes great responsibility”. Social media today is a big part of the social fabric. There has been a significant increase in the number of social media influencers since 2020 and with their large following, such influencers holds a very strong social media presence and their remarks and comments about anything can create a huge impact. There has been a shift … Continue reading Navigating Responsibility and Accountability in Social Media Marketing
The Legal Boundaries of Advertising: Puffery, Disparagement, and Comparative Advertising”
The Legal Boundaries of Advertising: Puffery, Disparagement, and Comparative Advertising" INTRODUCTION In 2025, the world of advertising is marked by fierce competition, where brands constantly vie for consumer attention. In this race, the delicate boundary between puffery and product disparagement often becomes blurred, sparking frequent controversies. Advertising is an important factor for a products future … Continue reading The Legal Boundaries of Advertising: Puffery, Disparagement, and Comparative Advertising”
Analyzing WhatsApp’s Antitrust Violations and CCI Order
INTRODUCTION In 2021, WhatsApp users got a notification that, it would be updating its privacy terms and service policies. The terms and condition explicitly mentioned that it would be sharing the user’s data with the Meta companies (then known as ‘Facebook’). The notification is stated below; WhatsApp is updating its terms and privacy policy; Key … Continue reading Analyzing WhatsApp’s Antitrust Violations and CCI Order
Google’s Dominance: A Closer Look at Winzo’s Claims
Winzo vs. Google: Investigating Abuse of Dominance in the Digital Market INTRODUCION Dominant position is when a company has an influence or holds a superior position in the market, and it can act independently of its competitors, suppliers or consumers. Recently, Google has been alleged to abuse its dominant position against an Online Gaming platform … Continue reading Google’s Dominance: A Closer Look at Winzo’s Claims
Understanding Promoter Lock-In: Importance for Investors
PROMOTER LOCK-IN Promoter or Founder Lock-In is a standard clause in most Shareholder Agreements that prohibits the promoter/founder group to sell their shares to anyone without the prior written consent of the Investor. WHY DO INVESTORS INSIST FOR A PROMOTER LOCK-IN? Retain Skin in the game (SITG): Promoters have the maximum stake/SITG in their company. … Continue reading Understanding Promoter Lock-In: Importance for Investors
Understanding Drag-Along Rights in Shareholder Agreements
What is “Drag Along” clause in Share Holding Agreement/ equity funding term sheets? Drag-along rights allow majority shareholders to compel minority shareholders to sell their shares in the event of a third-party sale. The intent is to avoid minority shareholders blocking a sale and to secure higher valuation and strategic benefits for the selling majority … Continue reading Understanding Drag-Along Rights in Shareholder Agreements
Key Legal Considerations for Data Centre Development in India
Data centers in India are rapidly expanding, driven by the increasing demand for cloud services, data localization mandates, and the overall growth in digital consumption. Here’s a breakdown of some of the significant aspects and considerations: 1.Growth & Investment India has seen substantial investment in data centers from both domestic and global tech giants like … Continue reading Key Legal Considerations for Data Centre Development in India
Significance of Minority Shareholder Protection in Corporate Governance
WHO IS A MINORITY SHAREHOLDER? The Companies Act of 2013 doesn’t define who counts as a minority shareholder, but usually means one who owns less than 50 per cent of the company’s voting rights or lack direct or indirect control over its management and decision-making processes. A minority shareholder, as defined in the Merriam Webster … Continue reading Significance of Minority Shareholder Protection in Corporate Governance
Filing Additional Documents in Civil and Commercial Litigation: Legal Framework and Procedural Rules
Introduction In civil and commercial litigation, the process of filing and managing documentary evidence is crucial. The introduction of additional documents beyond the initial filing can significantly impact the outcome of a case. This article explores the legal framework and procedural rules governing the submission of additional documents, examining how these rules facilitate justice while … Continue reading Filing Additional Documents in Civil and Commercial Litigation: Legal Framework and Procedural Rules
Imbalanced Power Relations in Music Contracts: Shehnaz Kaur Gill v. SMI
Case Law Analysis: Contractual Dispute in Copyright and Intellectual Property Background of the Case The case is based on an action for damages and specific performance of the contract, where Shehnaz Kaur Gill is the plaintiff, and SMI is the defendants. The plaintiff was a young lady who was in the music industry as a … Continue reading Imbalanced Power Relations in Music Contracts: Shehnaz Kaur Gill v. SMI
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