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INDIA’S FINEST IN-HOUSE COUNSEL GATHERING - THE GRAND MASTERS 2023
Lex Witness, India’s 1st Magazine on Legal and Corporate Affairs, recently marked the successful conclusion of its 9th Annual Grand Masters 2023 event—a comprehensive summit series on corporate counsel legal best practices. This remarkable series spanned 30 days and featured more than 90 esteemed speakers, engaging with over 300 delegates in extensive discussions. Explore the memories of this event through a captivating visual gallery showcasing moments from the Mumbai, New Delhi, and Bengaluru editions.

COMPLIANCE CUES

India’s Most Critical Trade & Regulatory Compliance Digest 

Lex Witness in association with The Trade & Regulatory Compliance Practice Desk at Saikrishna & Associates brings to you a detailed analysis on select updates and notifications.

IN DEPTH

Section 167 of The Code of Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 - Constitutional Enough?

Indian Penal Code, 1860 described what “Offences” are and prescribed punishments for committing such offences. Section 2(n) of the Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 defines the word “offence” to mean any act or omission made punishable by any law for the time being in force and includes any act in respect of which a complaint may be made under Section 20 of the Cattle-trespass Act, 1871. Read more to know about it in detail.

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Ramaswamy Venkataraman: The Visionary Statesman of India. 

India’s history is adorned with the achievements of remarkable leaders who have played pivotal roles in shaping the nation’s growth and development. Among these luminaries, one name stands out: Ramaswamy Venkataraman, a statesman par excellence, who served as the eighth President of India. Read in detail to know about him.

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Jurisdiction of DRTs & Progress Achieved under IBC: Time to Reboot?

In addition to the RDB Act, the DRTs were vested with adjudication functions
under the Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and  Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002 (SARFAESI). Here’s an interesting read through.

COMPLIANCE CUES

India’s Most Critical Trade & Regulatory Compliance Digest

Lex Witness in association with The Trade & Regulatory Compliance Practice Desk at Saikrishna & Associates brings to you a detailed analysis on select updates and notifications.

BRIEFLY SPEAKING

Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 Important Updates

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 since its inception, has seen constant amendments, regulatory changes as well as active judicial interpretation to ensure the applicability of the Code in line with its object and purpose. Dhir & Dhir Associates, a firm of high repute in the insolvency domain has encapsulated the critical legislative, regulatory as well as the judicial interpretation of the Code to provide a snapshot at a glance for all.

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Rashtraguru Sir Surendranath Banerjee – Father of Indian Nationalism

Sir Surendranath Banerjee often known as Rashtraguru was Indian nationalist leader during the British Rule. He founded a nationalist organization called the Indian National Association to bring Hindus and Muslims together for political action.

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Epiq: The New Benchmark in India’s LegalTech Journey

India’s date with LegalTech has been a much aspiring one. While exploring how state-of-the-art global firms providing tech-driven legal solutions are operating in India, Lex Witness elaborates on its conversation with Rakesh Satpathy, Account Director – India, Epiq.

BRIEFLY SPEAKING
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 Important Updates
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 since its inception, has seen constant amendments, regulatory changes as well as active judicial interpretation to ensure the applicability of the Code in line with its object and purpose. Dhir & Dhir Associates, a firm of high repute in the insolvency domain has encapsulated the critical legislative, regulatory as well as the judicial interpretation of the Code to provide a snapshot at a glance for all.

COMPLIANCE CUES
India’s Most Critical Trade & Regulatory Compliance Digest
Lex Witness in association with The Trade & Regulatory Compliance Practice Desk at Saikrishna & Associates brings to you a detailed analysis on select updates and notifications.

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Ferocious Mehta – The Uncrowned King of Bombay 
Sir Pherozeshah Merwanjee Mehta was an Indian politician and lawyer from Bombay. He was knighted by the British Government in India for his service to the law. He became the Municipal Commissioner of Bombay Municipality in 1873 and its president four times – 1884, 1885, 1905, and 1911. Read more to know about this legend.

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A Legal Avant - Garde PM Devaiah - In our first at Lex Witness, we explore exciting counsel journeys in their professional and personal spheres. Here are excerpts of our debut conversation with PM Devaiah [PMD], Managing Partner, Starlaw Partners. We explore his experience as a counsel on either side. Have an exciting read-through.

COMPLIANCE CUES

India’s Most Critical Trade & Regulatory Compliance Digest - Lex Witness in association with The Trade & Regulatory Compliance Practice Desk at Saikrishna & Associates brings to you a detailed analysis on select updates and notifications.

SHOWCASE

A Meeting of Minds – An Exclusive In-House Counsel Roundtable - Lex Witness – India’s 1st Magazine on Legal & Corporate Affairs successfully completed the debut edition of A Meeting of Minds - Bengaluru Edition, which was focused towards IPR and Interplay with New Age Technology. Have a look at the visual showcase of the meeting.

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Sir Syed Muhammad Saadulla – A Lawyer and Prime Minister of Assam in British India - Syed Muhammad Saadulla was born on 21 May 1885 in Guwahati, to an orthodox Assamese Muslim family. His advent as the son of Syed Muhammad Tayyabulla came from Kacharihat, a village near the town of Golaghat, to Guwahati around 1878. Read more to know about this legend.

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Adieu 2022 - Revisiting Critical Judgements - A Republic Day Special Issue

In 2022, the Supreme Court has rendered 1,264 judgments, including critical decisions on women’s rights, equality, reservations, religious freedom, and personal liberty. Lex Witness brings to you some of the historic judgments delivered in 2022.

Lex Witness Environmental, Social & Governance Spotlight - A Global Survey 2022 Edition

Anniversary Special - 14th Year of Publishing

India’s All New Labour Laws: Aggressively Slow?

Compliance Cues: India’s Most Critical Trade & Regulatory Compliance Digest - An Industry Connect Initiative with Saikrishna & Associates

Is India Braced for Phishing Attacks of the Modern Age?

Rendezvous with Hon’ble Mr. Justice Manmohan, Delhi High Court : A First-Generation Lawyer, Career, Cases & Charisma of The Judge

India’s Legal Turning Points in 2021: A Photo Feature on Judgments, Laws & Bills

The 21st Century Bail: Whose Right Is It Anyway?

An Era of Hybrid Hearings – Technology Driven Justice Delivery

THE GLOBAL VACCINE RIDE: CLIQUE OF LEGAL REPUGNANCY?

- APPROVAL MUDDLES
- IP BLOCKADES
- COMPENSATION MECHANISMS

Hon’ble Justice Manmohan Singh - The White Knight Behind IPAB’s Glory & Shine

Is India Inc. ESG Ready? The Great Indian In-House Counsel ESG Survey 2021

The Great Indian Consumer - More Powerful than Ever?

Parental Alienation & India’s Stand Today: Parents, Kids, Courts & Lawyers

The Counsel’s Take: Excerpts from the Experts

May the Force (Majeure) be with You

The Mighty Indian Judiciary & Its Combat against COVID 19

COVID-19 and Its Impact on Legal System

The COVID19 Tide so Far! Impact, Measures & Un-Addressed Challenges

Valuing Intellectual Property Assets – An Introductory Perspective

The Great Indian Drive Protection Ride - Bumpy Enough?

Indian Citizens & Constitution @ 70: Is ‘Statelessness’ Staring at Us?

Delhi High Court upholds Safe Harbor Defences of Online Marketplaces

Role of Authorised Representative under IBC 2016

CJI & RTI - An Edgy Clash: A High Risk Right?

Cartels and Competition Law in India

Battle Over Invincible Ayodhya: Constitutional Contentions to Complete Justice

Justice Sharad Arvind Bobde - CJI Designate - A Heroic Mandate? Transparency, Ayodhya, Bikes & More.

Sports Law is the Next Big Thing in India!

India's Judicial Brass: 34 Judges. Over 50,000 Cases. Do Numbers Matter?

Arun Jaitley - His Role in Law, Law Making & Legal Profession

Corporate Legal Departments Use Digital Tools, Strategy to Speed Up and Streamline Business

20 Division Bench of Delhi High Court Upholds the Single Judge’s Judgment Upholding The Arbitral Award in Favour of PNC-BEL (JV) Against NHAI

GI Tags: Kohlapur to Odisha



Budget 2019 – A New India in the Making?

Data Governance Best Practices: How to Oversee Your Content

The Legal Quandary of Abrogation of Article 370

5 Questions Corporate Counsel Should Ask About Privacy Assessments

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