Clear answers to everyday legal questions
Short, sourced guides written in plain words. Each one is reviewed by an advocate before it goes live.
DPDP Act and Rules 2025: what applies to your business, and by when
The DPDP Rules were notified on 13 November 2025. Most duties apply from 13 May 2027.
DPDP compliance: a 10-point starter checklist and the penalties
Penalties go up to ₹250 crore per breach. Ten first steps to get ready before May 2027.
Your data rights under the DPDP Act: what you can ask any company for
See your data, correct or erase it, withdraw consent, and nominate someone to act for you.
Lost money to an online fraud? Call 1930 first, and fast
The quicker you report, the better the chance your money is frozen before it moves.
How many days do I have to send a cheque bounce notice?
You have 30 days from the bank’s return memo. Miss it and the criminal case route closes.
Police refusing to file your FIR? Your rights under the new law (BNSS)
Zero FIR, e-FIR, a free copy, and two remedies if the police say no.
How to file a consumer complaint online on e-Jagriti
No fee for claims up to ₹5 lakh, and you can file from where you live.
Do you have to register a will in India?
No. A signed will with two witnesses is valid. Registration adds proof, not validity.
How do I get my security deposit back from a landlord?
Ask in writing, then send a legal notice. Most landlords pay within weeks once a notice arrives.
Why are rent agreements made for 11 months?
Because leases over one year must be registered. Eleven months avoids that cost, in most states.
What is the MSME 45-day payment rule?
Buyers must pay micro and small suppliers within 45 days. Late payment carries steep interest.
I received a legal notice. What should I do in the first 7 days?
Don’t ignore it, don’t react in anger, and reply in writing within the time given.
Does a 10-person startup need a POSH policy?
Yes. With 10 or more workers, an Internal Committee and a written policy are mandatory.
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