If you are searching for a trusted and experienced Pune Divorce Lawyer, Advocate Shailesh Joshi is one of the most respected names in family and matrimonial law. With over 20 years of legal practice at the Pune Family Court and Shivaji Nagar Court, he is...
Drafting Wills for NRIs: Navigating Indian Succession and Inheritance Rules Amidst Increasing Global Mobility Introduction With the rise of global mobility, more Indians are living, working, and investing across multiple countries. This has made estate planning more complex—especially for...
Supreme Court’s 2025 Guidelines on Permanent Alimony: What Separating Spouses Need to Know 1. What Did the Supreme Court Rule in 2025? On May 29, 2025, the Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling in Rakhi Sadhukhan v. Raja Sadhukhan....
The issue of marital rape in India has sparked widespread legal, social, and constitutional debate over the past few years. At the center of this controversy lies a specific legal provision—Exception 2 to Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), now transitioned under the Bharatiya Nyaya...
In 2023, India ushered in a major shift in its criminal justice system by replacing colonial-era laws with three new legislations: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023 – replacing the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860 Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 – replacing the CrPC Bharatiya...
Introduction Adoption is not merely a social act of compassion but a legally recognized process that establishes a parent-child relationship between individuals not biologically related. In India, adoption is governed by both secular and religious laws, with evolving interpretations in light of constitutional rights, child welfare,...
India's pursuit of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) represents one of the most pivotal legal reforms in its history, aimed at standardizing personal laws across different religions concerning marriage, divorce, inheritance, and more. This blog delves into the complexities and contentions surrounding the UCC, reflecting...
In recent years, the concept of live-in relationships has garnered increasing attention and acceptance within Indian society, reflecting broader social changes and evolving cultural norms. This shift has prompted significant discussions around the legal recognition and rights of live-in partners, particularly concerning property rights and...
As the country grapples with various societal and legal transformations, the India's Supreme Court has taken up an issue of significant cultural and legal importance: the recognition of same-sex marriages. The debate around same-sex marriage in India is not a new one; it has been a...
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) who are going through a divorce may face additional challenges due to the fact that they are living in a different country than their spouse. It is important for NRIs to seek legal advice from a lawyer who is familiar with the...
