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By - Neeti Niyaman
Social Media, Minors, and India’s Regulatory Crossroads
India’s new data protection law signals a major shift in how minors engage with social media. With mandatory parental consent, unclear age thresholds, and enforcement gaps, the DPDP framework walks a tightrope between child safety and digital rights. This article explores the policy tensions, global comparisons, and the urgent need for clarity in protecting young users online.
By - Neeti Niyaman
Unilateral Arbitrator Appointments: The Supreme Court’s Final Word
The Supreme Court’s landmark verdict in CORE-II (2024) redefines the legality of unilateral arbitrator appointments, challenging long-standing practices in PSU and government contracts. This article unpacks the evolving judicial stance, key precedents, and the shifting policy landscape of arbitration in India.
By - Neeti Niyaman
From Consent to Compliance: Understanding India’s New Data Privacy Rules
India’s Draft DPDP Rules, 2025 outline how the DPDP Act will be enforced. This piece highlights key compliance features, rights of individuals, and major regulatory gaps.
By - Neeti Niyaman
POSH Act at 12: Evaluating India’s Framework Against Workplace Sexual Harassment
Twelve years after the POSH Act’s enactment, gaps in procedural clarity and inconsistent ICC practices still hinder justice. This article explores key rulings, implementation lapses, and what must change to make workplaces safer for women.
By - Neeti Niyaman
Jurisdictional Conflict in Competition Law: CCI vs Sectoral Regulators in India (Part 3)
In the concluding part of our three-part series on regulatory overlaps in Indian competition law, we explore jurisdictional conflicts in sectors like aviation and professional regulation, and examine global models of coordination between competition authorities and sectoral regulators.
By - Neeti Niyaman
Jurisdictional Conflict in Competition Law: CCI vs Sectoral Regulators in India (Part 2)
Part 2 of our CCI series explores critical jurisdictional conflicts beyond telecom—focusing on the Copyright Act, Patents Act, and Electricity Act. Dive into recent judicial trends and ongoing disputes involving SEPs, tariff control, and regulatory overlap.
By - Neeti Niyaman
Jurisdictional Conflict in Competition Law: CCI vs Sectoral Regulators in India (Part 1)
This article examines the jurisdictional conflict between the Competition Commission of India (CCI) and sectoral regulators like TRAI. With overlapping mandates under the Competition Act India and sector-specific laws, courts have played a pivotal role in shaping regulatory balance.
By - Neeti Niyaman
Pothole Accidents in India: Legal Liability, State Negligence & Article 300
Pothole accidents continue to claim lives across India, exposing gaps in road maintenance and legal accountability. This article examines the tortious liability of the State, key court rulings, and the urgent need for a structured legal framework to prevent avoidable tragedies.
By - Neeti Niyaman
Solid Waste Management in India: Policy Shifts, Tech Trends, and Investment Opportunities
India generates over 1.7 lakh tonnes of waste daily, posing urgent environmental and public health risks. This article explores key policy reforms, emerging technologies, and investment opportunities that could transform the country’s solid waste crisis into a sustainable, circular economy solution.
By - Neeti Niyaman
India’s Rare Disease Drug Access: Legal & Policy Hurdles (Part II)
This article explores the legal and policy challenges in accessing treatment for rare diseases in India, focusing on gaps in affordability, infrastructure, and enforceable rights under the National Policy for Rare Diseases, 2021. Part I lays the foundation for deeper reform discussions ahead.
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