icon hostel fees

Actually I am in the government engineering college in kolkata , west bengal. I had allergy and asthma and did not stay at my hostel in 8th semester as of now this is march and three months have passe


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In this situation, there is no alternative but to comply with the college rules. As the default was attributed to your actions, you must bear the consequences. Nevertheless, you have the option to submit a mercy petition to the college authority, seeking some leniency or a partial waiver of the outstanding amount. The decision on whether to grant any concession rests with the discretion of the college authority. It is recommended to approach this process respectfully and present y ...ReadMore

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icon Construction of additional flats in an existing cooperative housing society

I am a member of a cooperative housing society in kolkata. We have a spare land in our premises jointly own by its members. Can our board constract some additional flats in that area with an aim of


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If you're considering a new construction project for your society and it is duly registered, you may want to consult with a lawyer specializing in real estate matters. In the context of a registered society, it's mentioned that there might not be a requirement for the consent of all members to proceed with the new construction project.

It's crucial to seek legal advice to ensure that you are well-informed about the legal requirements, regulations, and procedures involved in initi ...ReadMore

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icon Advice regarding neighbouring property acquisition

Dear sir/ma'am, Living in a village panchayat area, just beside my home(owned by my mother) there is a fallow rectangular(almost triangular) plot (around 2 decimals) sharing two sides with us and oth


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A landowner has the legal right to sell their land to anyone of their choosing, and no one can legally object to or prevent them from doing so. This right is generally protected under property laws. However, if there are concerns about harassment or nuisance caused by a neighbor, particularly if your uncle is the landowner, you have the option to address the issue legally.

In such a situation, you can serve a legal notice to your uncle regarding the harassment or nuisance. If the ...ReadMore

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Hi sir My parents died in 2004 .after death of my parents the ancestors land divided by my brother's . In 2005 Can I claim it now 2024 Is any limitation to claim ancestors property


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Article 65 of Schedule I of the Limitation Act, 1963 stipulates a 12-year timeline for filing a suit to recover possession of immovable property or any interest based on proprietary title. This limitation period is applicable to claims for a share in property, regardless of whether it is ancestral, self-acquired, or joint property. Consequently, if the aggrieved person fails to file a suit within this timeframe, their claim is considered barred by limitation. In your case, it appe ...ReadMore

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icon Is Noc required from society to give gift deed

Is Noc required from society to transfer property from mother to son through gift deed? Property already transferred, but society seeking huge amount (2lakh 65 thousand)as NOC charges to provide few d


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Once a gift deed is registered, and a copy is provided to the society, it becomes the society's responsibility to update the donee's name on the reverse of the share certificate. Assuming the society is registered under the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act, 1960, and Rules, 1961, it's important to note that there is no legal requirement for a donor to obtain a no-objection certificate (NOC) or any confirmation letter from the society to gift a flat. The Act and Rules do not ...ReadMore

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icon I am joint owner of property with my mother... mother is dead now

I am joint owner of property with my mother... mother is dead now. What is to be done.


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If a co-owner of the property died intestate (without a will), the surviving legal heirs, including you, are entitled to an equal share in the property. To transfer the ownership of the property in favor of the surviving co-owner, all the legal heirs must execute a deed of relinquishment in favor of the surviving co-owner, relinquishing their rights to the property.

A relinquishment deed is a legal document used to transfer ownership of a property from one person to another, comm ...ReadMore

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icon Pagdi system property

My great grandfather has pagdi room in prabhadevi , Mumbai, Great Grand father and his other 4 son made affidavit that this rooms now own my grandfather, In that room we live 5 people, Grand father 1)


A. Dear Client,

The Pagdi system is a legalized form of tenancy under the provisions of the Maharashtra Rent Control Act, 1999. Section 7(15)(d) of the Act specifies the rights of legal heirs in the Pagdi system:

1. A tenant's family member who was living with the deceased tenant at the time of their death is eligible first from the family as the successor to succeed the tenancy.
2. Upon the demise of a current Pagdi tenant, the tenancy rights can only be transferred to the legal heir(s).
3. The ...ReadMore

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icon Concept of Ancestral property in Christian religion

My late. grandfather was a Christian (occupation-pastor) has inherited a house from his mother in Andhra Pradesh thru registered will in year 1983 after his mother deceased. His mother got this proper


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The succession rules for Indian Christians are governed by the Indian Succession Act, 1925, which specifically considers relationships arising from lawful marriages. Unlike some other communities, Indian Christians do not have the concept of ancestral property. All properties owned by an Indian Christian can be willed away through the execution of a will or other legal means like sale or gift. However, it's crucial to distinguish between self-acquired and ancestral properties, as ...ReadMore

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icon Ancestral Property Dispute

My father fought a Civil Suit and got judgment in his favour with a decree protecting his legal absolute ownership right of total ancestral property received through a registered relinquishment deed w


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In a legal proceeding, the judge is responsible for making a decision or the jury provides its verdict. These determinations are typically influenced by the testimony and evidence presented during the trial by the parties involved. The effectiveness and skills of the counsel presenting the case also play a significant role in shaping the outcome. Following a decision by the trial court, the losing party has the right to appeal the judgment to the next higher level of the court.

I ...ReadMore

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icon Regarding power of attorney

I have taken a home loan of Rs.45 lac from my organisation . I have to submit power of attorney duly notarized on 100 rupees stamp paper, do I have to pay stamp duty on that


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Stamp duty is a critical component in the execution of legal documents such as Power of Attorney (POA) in India. It plays a vital role in validating the legality of the document and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Without the proper payment of stamp duty, a POA may be considered invalid and unenforceable, leading to potential legal challenges and disputes.

In the case of a General Power of Attorney (GPA) granted to a close relative (parent, sibling, spouse, child, ...ReadMore

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