What is Waqf Property? Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025 Explained
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What is Waqf Property? Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025 Explained

Ambani's Antilia, the Kumbh Mela ground, and even the Taj Mahal — all of these have been claimed by the Waqf Board at some point. Hard to believe, right? Not only this the Waqf Board is the largest landowner in India after the Armed Forces and the Indian Railways. India also has the largest Waqf holdings in the world. In fact, Waqf boards control 8.7 lakh properties covering 9.4 lakh acres, valued at an estimated 71.2 lakh crore. While countries like Turkey, Egypt, and Iraq no longer follow this system, India has laws that protect and regulate it. The Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025 was passed by the Indian Parliament in early April 2025. The Lok Sabha approved the bill on 2 April 2025, followed by the Rajya Sabha on 3 April 2025. Later President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent, and the Act came into force on 8 April 2025. ​However, the Act has sparked political and legal controversy because of land claims, legal powers, and lack of transparency.

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Top 15 Legal Current Affairs: March 2025
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Top 15 Legal Current Affairs: March 2025

This month the legal landscape of India has been marked by some pivotal and highly debated cases that have sparked public discussion. From the controversial remarks by comedian Kunal Kamra to the investigation into Justice Yashwant Varma following a cash discovery, these events have caught the attention of both the public and the media. Issues of freedom of speech, judicial accountability, and legal ethics are at the forefront.

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Legal and Financial Essentials for Startups: A Guide to Long-Term Success
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Legal and Financial Essentials for Startups: A Guide to Long-Term Success

Business ideas are good but require an equally good legal and financial foundation. Many legal and financial parts are involved that a start-up must tackle for long-term success, including deciding on the proper business structure, managing cash flow, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Protecting intellectual property, obtaining finance for operations, and maintaining adequate accounting records are also crucial areas. Well-legal contracts, tax preparation, and financial risk management serve to avert complications at a later stage. It will provide essential legal and financial considerations to assist start-ups in conquering challenges and eventually creating a sustainable business. This guide discusses legal fundamentals such as registering the business, contracts, protecting intellectual property, and compliance with some financial ones such as budgeting, funding, risk management, and tax planning. An adequate approach helps businesses minimize risks, attract investors, and build a sustainable future.

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Top 10 Current Affairs February 2025
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Top 10 Current Affairs February 2025

Union Budget 2025, Jhumur Festival, BCCI Awards 2025 and more! We're back with our February 2025 monthly current affairs roundup, bringing you the most important events and developments from the past month. This comprehensive current affairs update will boost your General Knowledge and help you stay ahead in UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, State PSC, Teaching Exams, and other competitive exams. Stay informed. Keep reading! 💯

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Top 15 Legal Current Affairs: February 2025
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Top 15 Legal Current Affairs: February 2025

February 2025 has witnessed from acquitting a man on death row due to flawed investigations to upholding the power of tax authorities to arrest under the GST and Customs Acts, these decisions impact diverse aspects of governance, criminal law, and individual rights.

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Mergers & Acquisitions in India
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Mergers & Acquisitions in India

The Vodafone-Idea merger (2018) transformed India’s telecom sector by creating one of the largest telecom operators in the country, and the HDFC Bank-HDFC Ltd merger (2023) which became the biggest banking merger in India, strengthening its position in the financial sector. These are some of the biggest business moves in the country which have come through M&A transactions.

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List of Enactment & Enforcement Dates of Important Acts in India
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List of Enactment & Enforcement Dates of Important Acts in India

Ever noticed that every Act/Legislation comes with 2 different dates—one when it's enacted and another when it's enforced? The enactment date is like a movie being announced and the enforcement date is the day the movie finally hits the theatres!

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Top 150+ Latin Terms & Legal Maxims for CLAT 2026
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Top 150+ Latin Terms & Legal Maxims for CLAT 2026

Ever wondered what "Audi Alteram Partem" means in a fair trial? Or why do lawyers emphasize "Ignorantia Juris Non-Excusat" when discussing legal responsibility? Law is a language of its own, and Latin is its backbone. From courtrooms to contracts, legal professionals rely on centuries-old Latin phrases to express legal ideas clearly and accurately. Whether you're a law student preparing for exams like CLAT UG 2026, CLAT PG 2026, AIBE, Judicial Exam, UGC NET (Law), or an aspiring advocate sharpening your legal vocabulary, understanding these Latin terms is a must.

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Abetment under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
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Abetment under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

In everyday life, people influence each other’s actions. Sometimes, this influence leads to good things, like helping someone prepare for an exam. But what happens when someone encourages, helps, or plans a crime with another person? That is called abetment.

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Top 15 Legal Current Affairs: January 2025
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Top 15 Legal Current Affairs: January 2025

January 2025 witnessed several crucial rulings and landmark judgments across various High Courts and the Supreme Court of India. These rulings have significant implications for matrimonial laws, live-in relationships, LGBTQIA+ rights, domestic workers' rights, and criminal justice reforms. This article summarizes the most crucial legal decisions of the month and their broader impact on Indian society.

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10 Reasons Why Pursuing an LLM
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10 Reasons Why Pursuing an LLM

Many law graduates wonder whether an advanced degree is the right next step. Will it boost your career? Give you an edge in competitive legal fields? The short answer—YES! An LLM isn’t just about adding three extra letters to your name; it’s about deepening your expertise, expanding your opportunities, and shaping your legal career in ways you might not have imagined.

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Understanding ROC: Registrar of Companies
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Understanding ROC: Registrar of Companies

The Registrar of Companies (ROC) is a pivotal statutory authority under the purview of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) in India. The ROC is responsible for administering and enforcing the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 as they pertain to companies registered under its jurisdiction.

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LLM in Constitutional Law: Scope, Colleges, Syllabus, etc.
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LLM in Constitutional Law: Scope, Colleges, Syllabus, etc.

Ever heard the saying, "Jack of all trades, master of none?" Well, when it comes to Constitutional Law, it’s the total opposite! Mastering Constitutional Law is like holding the key to the entire legal system. Sounds interesting, right? Pursuing an LLM (Master of Laws) in Constitutional Law goes beyond just studying laws—it equips you with the skills to interpret, apply, and analyze the Constitution. Also, PG in the Constitution makes a candidate a differentiator in a crowded job market.

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50 Landmark Judgments of the Constitution
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50 Landmark Judgments of the Constitution

This year, 2025, we celebrate the 76th Republic Day—a proud milestone in India's journey with its Constitution. Over the decades, our judiciary, especially the Hon'ble Supreme Court, has been a cornerstone, protecting and interpreting the Constitution to meet the needs of changing times. As we look back, it's important to recognize the landmark judgments that have shaped the foundation of democracy.

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Corporate Governance & the Committees of Board
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Corporate Governance & the Committees of Board

Corporate governance is more than a buzzword; it's the backbone of a well-functioning organization.

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Top 10 Criminal Law Cases of 2024 | Yearly Wrap-up
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Top 10 Criminal Law Cases of 2024 | Yearly Wrap-up

After covering 25 landmark cases and 10 major constitutional law rulings in the year 2024, we thought it would be super helpful to bring a yearly roundup of the most VIP criminal law cases of 2024. Whether you are a law student, a legal exam aspirant, a practising lawyer, or an academic, this blog is packed with insights (from criminal law) that you won't want to miss.

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Winding Up of a Company in India
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Winding Up of a Company in India

It takes careful planning, coordination, and effort to keep a company functioning smoothly. Sometimes, though, things don't go as planned and the company may face challenges that make it impossible to continue, and the only option left is to stop its operations. This process is called "winding up." It’s the official way of closing a company in an organized and legal manner.

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Top 15 Legal Current Affairs: December 2024
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Top 15 Legal Current Affairs: December 2024

Staying informed on legal developments is essential for those preparing for judicial services, CLAT, or any law-related exams.

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