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icon Rent during notice period

Hi, I have rented out a flat on 10 july2023 and have submitted a deposit of 75k in the first installment and am required to submit 75k in the second installment on or before 5th Feb2024. The rent of t

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3 months ago


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A calendar month serves as the notice period in the absence of explicit mention in the tenancy agreement. The rent for the notice period is commonly adjusted with the security deposit unless otherwise specified in the rent agreement. Disputes between landlords and tenants fall under state-specific Rent Control Acts, appointing Rent Controllers or Additional Rent Controllers to address such issues. In the current circumstance, if necessary, you have the option to file an applicatio ...ReadMore

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icon Neighbour is a commercial tenant of textile

My neighbour is a commercial tenant of textile. His agent stays frequently and for purpose of collection of money he talks very loudly on calls. I cannot hear my calls. Inspite of repeated police comp

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3 months ago


A. Dear Client,

In case of harassment by a neighbor, one option is to contact the police by dialing the emergency number 100. The police will respond to the call, assess the situation, and take appropriate action based on the reported harassment. It is crucial to have sufficient evidence to substantiate the claims of harassment when the police arrive.
Harassment through nuisance, such as loud music disturbing neighbors, is covered by Section 268 of the Indian Penal Code. This section defines nuis ...ReadMore

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icon College administration imposing fine

A couple of days ago, someone blasted some firecrackers in our college hostel washroom during midnight, but the college administration could not find the culprits and they are imposing a fine of Rs 10

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3 months ago


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In this scenario, the student is faced with a choice: either reveal the identity of the student responsible for the firecrackers or bear the fine imposed by the college hostel authority, which is typically applied to all boarders as a means to identify the actual wrongdoer.

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icon Mutual divorce

Facts a) mutual divorce petition filed on July 28, 2023 b) cooling period over on February 3rd , 2024 i.e 6 months are over C) settlement terms signed infront of counselor and verified by court on Feb

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Once the terms of a mutual divorce settlement have been accepted by the other party and verified by the court, and the case has been scheduled for the final hearing, parties involved cannot unilaterally modify the settlement. In fact, withdrawing from a mutual divorce petition is only allowed if both parties mutually agree to do so. Any attempt at unilateral withdrawal, especially after one party has fulfilled their obligations as outlined in the memorandum of agreement, is not le ...ReadMore

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icon Remuneration

My husband's salary is 1, 10,000 net take home and mine in 50,000. We have a 5 year old daughter who stays with me. We live in a rented house. Please advise how much remuneration I can claim from him.

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3 months ago


A. Client,
The law requires either spouse to pay divorce alimony in India. However, in most cases, it is the husband who has to pay financial support to his divorced wife. There is no set pattern or hard and fast principle for calculating the amount of alimony that the husband must pay to his wife. Alimony can be paid on a regular or monthly basis, or as a one-time compensation in the form of a lump sum. As regards the quantum of alimony in divorce cases, there is no setup rule for paying the one- ...ReadMore

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icon Employment and Labour

My family member has been working at an organisation for a really long time but since covid, the organisation has been running in loss and they stopped paying the salaries but my family member kept wo

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3 months ago


A. Dear Client,
An employee is entitled to get remuneration for the days/period he is in employment and contributed his skill and labour for the growth and gain of a company regardless of the profit or loss of the Company. So, on cessation of employment through resignation following the terms of employment, i.e serving a notice period post-resignation, an employee is entitled to receive full and final settlement dues including arrears of salaries/wages along with other service-linked benefits like ...ReadMore

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icon Process to remove vehicle from NCRB Portal

My car got hit by a truck & later I filed a FIR against the same, now I want to sell my car but the NCRB portal shows the car was part of an accident Can we close or remove that so that the name trans

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Dear Sir/Madam,
Under the following provisions the Hon’ble Magistrate Court having ample powers to unfreeze the Bank accounts. Further, the Hon’ble Court has vast powers to hand over the properties/vehicles seized by the Police and other authorities to the owners of the properties/vehicles. Such interim orders normally will be made within Thirty days of such interim application and on such orders the Police and other authorities are bound to hand over the properties/vehicles to the ...ReadMore

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icon Unable to pay emi due to financial fraud with me

A crypto financial fraud happed with me. I had just taken personal loan from sbi of 2lakh. I havent paid a 1st emi yet. I Dont know how to pay the emi now..i had left job before 6..7 months due becaus

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3 months ago


A. Dear Client,

Here are some steps you can consider taking:
1. Contact your bank (SBI): Reach out to your bank as soon as possible and explain the situation. Inform them about the financial fraud you've experienced and the challenges you're currently facing due to your mother's health and unemployment. They may be able to provide guidance or temporary solutions.

2. File a police report: If you haven't already, file a police report regarding the crypto financial fraud. This documentation may be ...ReadMore

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icon Sexual assault

How the sexual assault case work in india and what's the procedure and also what kind of proof you need with you specially if you are a girl.

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3 months ago


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1. An FIR needs to be filed in the nearest police station.
2. Since 2013 (Criminal Law Amendment Act, 2013), when any information is given by a women regarding Commission or attempt of sexual harassment, outraging her modesty or rape then such information shall be recorded, by a woman police officer or any woman officer.
3. Victim has a right to be represented by a lawyer from the beginning of the case, i.e. from lodging of an FIR at the police station till the final outcome of th ...ReadMore

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icon Teacher using Abusive language to student in school

My teacher abused me with bad words like madr*chod . I want to complaint against him

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3 months ago


A. Dear Client,

It's important to address instances of abuse or inappropriate behavior. Here are some steps you can consider taking:

1. Document the incidents: Keep a detailed record of the date, time, location, and a description of each incident. Note any witnesses who may have seen or heard the abuse.
2. Talk to someone you trust: Share your experience with a trusted friend, family member, or counselor. They can provide emotional support and guidance on the next steps.
3. Consult with other st ...ReadMore

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