Lex Witness Magazine - October - November 2025

In this issue

𝐂𝐔𝐓𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐄𝐃𝐆𝐄
“The 250 Crore Stakes: Why Data Governance is Now a Boardroom Priority?”
The notification of the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 marks a key moment in India’s privacy journey, capturing the transition where law, technology, and governance converge to build digital trust.

𝐈𝐍 𝐃𝐄𝐏𝐓𝐇
Ex-Ante Provision and the Indian Competition Law: Dispelling Myths
A few years ago, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) penalized a major tech company for abusing its dominance. With many relying on apps daily, it is vital to prevent digital platforms from distorting competition.

𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋
The Digital Identity Battleground: Personality Rights, Trademark Law, and the “Captain Cool” Precedent
In today’s world, personal identity is a commercial asset, blurring private and public personas. The rise of social media and digital collectibles has created vulnerabilities, exposing identities to exploitation.

𝐈𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐂𝐔𝐒
Navigating Parental Alienation
India faces a rising divorce rate and outdated laws. The legal system often overlooks facts in family matters, leaving many children and parents to face hardships.

𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐅𝐋𝐘 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 – Key Updates
The Code continues to evolve through amendments, regulatory refinements, and judicial interpretations.

𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒
SILF Marks 25th Anniversary and Launches Mediation Center
SILF celebrated its 25th Anniversary with the launch of the Mediation Center, emphasizing access to justice through mediation and reform. The event brought together senior policymakers, judiciary members, and the legal fraternity.

Sadgamaya Celebrates 9th Anniversary
Sadgamaya marked its 9th Anniversary with an evening of fellowship at the Taj Vivanta Ambassador, Delhi. Members and well-wishers celebrated nearly a decade of shared journeys.

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