ARCHAIC LAW
As new criminal laws come into effect, here's what experts think of their impact on legal system
It is said that these laws will affect a large number of citizens at some point in time or the other in their lives. The passing of the three criminal law bills in Parliament last year sparked a series of debates regarding the need to take such steps towards evolution in the field of law with the introduction of new criminal laws.
New criminal laws a shift from archaic colonial legal system: Experts in PIB workshop in Srinagar
The Press Information Bureau held a workshop in Srinagar to discuss three new criminal laws: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. The workshop, 'Vartalap,' aimed to educate Kashmir's media on the shift from colonial legal frameworks to modern, victim-centric laws designed to enhance justice and accountability
MCA floats framework for public inputs in key rule changes; seeks public comments on Companies Act, LLP Act in the first phase
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has firmed up a policy framework for “pre-legislative consultation” relating to the framing of rules and regulations under laws administered by it. It suggests the explanatory note and the proposed changes will have to be placed for stakeholder comments for at least 30 days.
Govt introduces landmark new telecom bill to replace archaic laws
The new bill has removed over-the-top (OTT) services and apps from the definition of telecommunication services, in a big relief to communication service providers such as WhatsApp and Telegram that will thus remain out of the proposed regulation, people aware of the development told ET.
King Charles III accused of pocketing millions from dead Brits, funds were meant for charity under ancient laws
The Guardian's report exposes King Charles III for allegedly diverting tens of millions intended for charity, using ancient laws governing "bona vacantia" assets from deceased individuals. Documents from his inherited estates reveal redirection of funds to upgrade commercial properties, contrary to pledges for charity. Despite tax exemptions, only 15% of over $1.6 billion amassed in six decades reached charities. These actions, condemned by acquaintances as "disgusting," spotlight a pattern of profiting from archaic laws, prompting public outcry.
Current law stifles innovation: Separate law needed for cosmetics products, says HUL
At present, the making of cosmetics is regulated under a system of inspection and licensing by the state licensing authorities, and products including soaps, skin care and cosmetics are treated to the highest levels of regulatory control like drugs under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
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Legal experts welcome Centre's move to replace colonial-era laws, voice reservations over naming them in Hindi
The Indian government has introduced three bills to replace colonial-era laws, the Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure and Indian Evidence Act. The bills will be replaced by the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and Bharatiya Sakshya. Legal experts agree that colonial-era legislation needs to be replaced.
BJP Minority Morcha drive on UCC soon
UCC has been a core agenda of the ruling party and some BJP-ruled states have promised to explore ways of implementing it.
BJP Minority Morcha to launch reach out drive among Muslims on UCC soon
Triple Talaq has been banned by law and there is a raging debate on wearing a hijab in certain institutions. Uniform Civil Code will specially benefit women from the minority community as it removes the patriarchal biases in personal laws regarding adoption, inheritance and marriage rights.
Labour Day: India's bid to ape China is caught up in archaic laws
“India's current labour laws are strewn with redundancy, and overlap, creating a high compliance burden. Although many states have already issued rules and draft notifications are available, the government has yet to implement the new labour codes,” said Rishi Agrawal, CEO and Co-founder of Teamlease Regtech.
Law in limbo: Why India’s new labour codes are stuck
The new labour codes were announced years ago but they have not been implemented due to various reasons. Will the roadblocks be removed or stall the entire process?
How Jan Vishwas Bill will bury statutes that are not only archaic, but lead to harassment
The Jan Vishwas Bill is just a start. There are several other central Acts which have irrational imprisonment provisions. Eventually, they will also be rationalised. However, any exercise of decriminalisation should also include state laws such as the Excise Act and the land laws.
What are the rights of an employee fired from the job?
It is the layoff season. Many companies around the globe are firing their employees in order to cut costs and save profits. In India, many people have left job especially in start-ups. However, not many employees are aware of their rights when they are fired and what they can do if fired wrongly or short-charged at the time of being fired.
Discussion on bill to amend multi-state cooperative society law likely to generate heat in House
Indian and Chinese troops had clashed along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Tawang sector of Arunachal Pradesh on December 9 and the face-off resulted in minor injuries to a few personnel from both sides. The session is officially slated to conclude on December 29. The Multi-State Co-operative Societies (Amendment) Bill, 2022, which seeks to bring transparency and accountability in the sector, was introduced in Lok Sabha on December 7 amidst demands from Opposition MPs that it be referred to a standing committee for review.
Over 1,500 obsolete, archaic laws to be repealed: Law Minister Kiren Rijiju
"It is the prime minister's desire to reduce the compliance burden of the people, to ensure that they can live as peacefully as possible. He wants less government role in the life of the common people," Rijiju said. Modi on Saturday launched Rozgar Mela, the recruitment drive for 10 lakh personnel.
Remove archaic laws, ensure speedy justice, says PM Modi
Stating that the development journey of Indian society is thousands of years old and steady progress has been made despite facing critical challenges, Modi said that "the biggest aspect of our society is the tendency to improve itself internally while moving forward on the path of progress."
Threshold for criminal offences under GST law may be raised
The proposal entails raising the threshold of cognizable and non-bailable offences under Section 132 of the Central GST Act to ₹20 crore from ₹5 crore now and attaching bank accounts only for serious and high value offences under Section 83.
1864 Arizona law that banned nearly all abortions is now in effect, U.S Judge rules
The 1864 Arizona law that was dormant for nearly five decades is now in effect. The 1864 law bans abortion under all circumstances except when necessary to save the life of the pregnant woman.
View: Laws that took shape during PM Narendra Modi's rule have significant impact
The last eight years have witnessed many new laws taking shape, the impact of which has been significant, writes Raian N. Karanjawala
Govt mulls amending archaic law on publications, printing presses
The Press and Registration of Books Act, 1867, pertains to regulation of printing presses and newspapers and their registration. An estimated 95,000 publications, newspapers, periodicals, printing presses from across the country have been registered since this law was passed during the British rule.
Merchant shipping law recast in works to do away with jail term
The move is in line with the government's initiative to clean up the statute book of redundant and old laws or provisions that have over the years lost relevance and to decriminalise offences and switch to monetary penalties.
'We still live in some patriarchal world.' Alia Bhatt slams 'archaic' media reports on her pregnancy
The couple tied the knot on April 14 this year.
Assam government will repeal redundant and archaic law
Assam chief minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma stated, “Today in my office of Janata Bhavan, a meeting was held in the presence of Chief Secretary Jishnu Barua and discussed about the ways to cancel the law which is unnecessary and unnecessary. A list will be made from all departments of our government so that we can gain a detailed perspective on abolition laws.”
Draft rubber bill proposes one-time registration, removal of some archaic provisions
The commerce ministry has proposed the repeal of decades-old laws on rubber and introduced new legislation that seeks to address the challenges faced by the sector and remove some of the archaic provisions of present law to create a conducive environment for businesses.
Criticism of people in positions of authority right of every citizen: Omar Abdullah
National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah on Friday said the criticism of people in positions of authority is the right of every citizen in a democracy and "thin-skinned leaders" should stop hiding behind archaic laws.
Centre identifies 9,732 compliances to be tweaked or erased, states too likely to scrap archaic laws
The deadline is critical as India is set to celebrate its 75th Independence Day this year with a likely focus on “ease of living” and “ease of doing business”, among others.
Parliament approves bill to scrap 58 archaic laws
Participating in the debate, members cutting across party lines, supported the bill saying it is a good step but that the government should sensitise about these laws to the people.
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