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Daughter becomes co-owner of family property via oral arrangement; she files tenant eviction case and wins in Supreme CourtA daughter, a co-owner of family property through an oral arrangement, has won a tenant eviction case in the Supreme Court. The court ruled...
Worried about future of your child with special needs? How making a trust can help your child when you are not aroundFor parents of children with special needs, a special needs trust offers a vital long-term plan for their child's care and financial securi...
25 years after father went missing, family seeks compassionate appointment for job; HC rejects plea due to delayA family's plea for a job based on compassionate appointment after 25 years has been rejected. The Patna High Court ruled that such appoint...
Arunachal govt sets up 4 panels on infiltration, indigenous rights issuesArunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu announced four high-powered committees. These panels will examine infiltration issues and stre...
The story behind Wadhwa Wise City, an integrated township envisioned as a complete urban ecosystem in PanvelFifteen years ago, Panvel was a barren hillock, but Vijay Wadhwa envisioned it as Mumbai's next urban center, addressing the city's growing...
$35 million Newport beach mansion, near-zero declared income: How California techie supplied US equipment to Iran for over a decadeA dual Iranian-American tech executive, Jamshid Ghomi, was arrested at his $35 million mansion for allegedly running an illegal export oper...
Bengaluru property owners alert! Can you get mutation done without a Khata? Here’s what the law saysBengaluru property owners can face challenges with mutation without an existing Khata. While legally possible with valid title documents, t...
Want to exchange old gold for new jewellery? Beware of these taxesIndians exchanging old gold for new should be aware of potential taxes on sales and purchases. The Income Tax Department monitors high-valu...
Inherited property through a Will? These 8 legal facts could save you from costly mistakes
Harassed by loan recovery agents? Know your legal rights and 6 steps to fight backBorrowers struggling with debt often face harassment from recovery agents through abusive calls, threats, public shaming, and unauthorised ...
Selling property in England after the owner's death? Legal heirs may need Probate of Will or Letters of Administration firstLegal heirs in England and Wales require a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration to sell property and manage a deceased person's es...
Public will force even non-BJP state govts to implement Uniform Civil Code: Law Minister Arjun MeghwalUnion Law Minister Arjun Meghwal is confident that public pressure will convince opposition-ruled states to embrace the Uniform Civil Code....
Bengaluru property tax: e-Khata open house to be held on May 30, 2026 at these areas under Bhoo Guarantee schemeBengaluru citizens can attend an e-Khata open house on May 30, 2026. This event, part of the Bhoo Guarantee- 6th guarantee scheme, offers o...
Joint vs mutual Will: What Indian couples should know before planning the succession of their estateJoint and mutual Wills, while legally recognized in India, present significant complexities and potential for disputes. Experts highlight t...
Own assets in India and England? Why experts say you should make two separate Wills immediatelyIndividuals with assets in both India and England are advised to create separate Wills to ensure proper distribution and avoid legal challe...
Assam passes Uniform Civil Code bill amid Opposition protestsAssam has passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill. This new law establishes a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, succession, and live...
e-khata established order in Bengaluru property administration, says GBA Spl CommissionerBengaluru e-khata: This digital initiative has brought structure to property dealings, successfully minimising issues related to unapproved...
US death tax trap: Uncle Sam's wealth puzzle leaves rich Indians worried for their kidsRich Indian families are racing to shield booming US stock portfolios from America’s 40% inheritance tax, but face complex FEMA and LRS hur...
Inherited property via Will? Do you need mutation in your name - here’s what law saysInheriting property via Will? While mutation records update who pays taxes, they don't transfer ownership. Courts permit mutation for heirs...
Claiming your inheritance by executing a Will: What legal heirs must know about nominees, probate and asset transfersExecuting a Will in India is often more complex than believed, involving numerous institutions and documentation hurdles. Nominees do not a...