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Introduction Contract Labour is included in the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020, by the new labour codes, which were updated, amended and presented in a consolidated form on November 21, 2025. The new labour codes introducing newer protections for labourers at the same time were also inclined towards promoting the ease of doing business. There is an increasing trend in the objectives of the codes, to provide a safety net to the workers, but at th

Introduction Today's gaming is no longer just for children; it has also become a global, $522 billion business. Gaming's rank as one of the preferred leisure activities by many people of all ages represents an explosion of digital leisure activities in the age of technology. Over the last five years, the e-Sport and mobile gaming markets have captured a substantial market share of the entertainment segment. Gaming became a profitable industry in the mid-1990s, and since then,

Singapore’s Ministry of Law introduced a landmark guide on March 6, 2026, establishing principles for generative AI integration within the legal sector. This framework navigates the tension between technological efficiency and professional integrity, particularly as AI tools reshape workflows in a jurisdiction renowned for its legal precision. Framework Genesis Singapore’s proactive regulatory stance stems from its National AI Strategy 2.0, which identifies the legal sector a

Introduction A Trade Mark, in simple terms, is a unique symbol or sign or logo or phrase that serves as a brand identifier, enabling consumers to recognise a specific source. An influencer, on the other hand, is a “Human Brand”, basically a public figure who has created trust and a vast following over social media, and holds the power to influence the buying behaviour of the audience. The Trademark and the Influencer are connected through the concept of Personal Branding. T

I. Introduction Commercial agreements are the life & blood of business in India. Commercial contracts usually detail the consequences of non-performance/breach of contract. They normally contain the liquidated damages clause, or the penalty clause (or both). Notwithstanding the fact that both clauses are a contractual remedy for breach of contract, the Indian legal system recognizes a significant difference between them, and indeed Section 74 of the Indian Contract Act, 187

Introduction Indian classical music is often described as eternal, spiritual, and passed down from generation to generation. Raags, taals, and musical forms like Dhrupad or Khayal are considered to be a part of our heritage. Therefore, many people believe that anything composed in a raag is “traditional” and therefore free for the use of anyone. This belief becomes stronger when modern film music, influenced by classical music, displays it as a source of inspiration. However,

Introduction In today’s world, where the law is compared to creativity, ownership of an ‘idea’ has become increasingly complex. The Bombay High Court judgment in Sameer Wadekar and Another v. Netflix Entertainment Services Pvt. Ltd. serves as a reminder that copyright laws are not protection from competition, but rather a speed bump to distinguish originality from copying.[1] In a streaming-driven digital world, the case shows how Indian copyright legislation reconciles two o

Introduction The rise of technology has significantly transformed the structural basis of human entertainment, artistic expression, and economic engagement. A strong legislative action is necessary in India due to the online gaming industry's explosive growth, which is estimated to be worth $29 billion and is expected to reach $38 billion by 2030. An important turning point in this development was the passing of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 (herea

Introduction You know that feeling, when you’re strolling through a pharmaceutical aisle and you instantly spot a product? Even from a distance where the label can’t be read? For instance, if a consumer picks up a tube of The Derma Co. serum from a pharmacy shelf, there are high chances that the consumer instantly notices its clean orange-and-white color palette and minimalist sans-serif typography. This phenomenon is called brand identity, and in the vocabulary of Intellectu

Introduction The age of the internet has evolved drastically over the decades, which started off with the development of computer programming language to now, with the emergence of artificial intelligence, which uses large language models (LLMs) for its training, machine learning, etc., which are highly capable of generating and creating audio, video, and visuals that closely mimic reality. The most widely talked about and debated topic is the generative model of AI, which pr

The proposed amendment to Section 144 of the Companies Act, 2013 introduces a three-year cooling-off period prohibiting outgoing auditors from rendering non-audit services to the company, its holding, or subsidiaries. This reform, flagged in March 2026 Companies Amendment Bill, addresses persistent independence erosion despite statutory prohibitions, building on NFRA’s enforcement actions and global scandals like Satyam (2009). Historical Foundations Pre-2013 Era: Companies

The Bar Council of India issued workplace safety guidelines on March 3, 2026, making POSH Act compliance mandatory for all legal bodies including bar associations, law firms, and individual chambers. These guidelines establish clear requirements for Internal Complaints Committees and prevention measures, addressing long-standing gaps in protecting women in the legal profession. Core Guidelines Every bar association and law firm with more than ten members must constitute an In