The exact significance of the term ‘technology transfer’ will depend on the context in which it is being used, ranging from a general, wide sense to a narrow, specific one. For example, if one looks at the EC Technology Transfer Agreements Block Exemption Regulation[1] that refers to the manner in which Article 81(3) of the […]

INTRODUCTION The development of science and technology has opened new avenues for human race but at the same time has posted ethical questions evolving around the issue of privacy, human right and right against self-incrimination and permissible use which remains to be answered. The discovery of DNA was one of the most landmark achievements of […]

Abstract Crime investigation is inevitable in any civilized criminal justice system. To a certain extent the quality of a criminal justice system can be judged by looking at its conviction and acquittal rate. In India the conviction rate is less than 20% which is relatively very less when compared to other countries. Police reforms are […]

The holy fast to death among Jains, a practice known Santhara, has been at the centre of a debate as to how law should deal with the such predicaments where  religious practices   endanger the constitutionally protected right to life. Such a debate also touches upon some of core constitutional values that form the bedrock of […]

Abstract Jurisdiction based on the real and substantial test is one of the trending ways of asserting jurisdiction over a foreign litigant in Canada. The test has also been applied in class proceedings but whether the test is equally applicable on absent foreign claimants in class proceeding is a question to be decided based on […]

Abstract This study is an attempt to analyse the effectiveness of cartel enforcement by referring case laws and how they are necessary to be controlled under the Indian Competition Act, 2002.  The author also tries to trace the main reasons for cartel which generally affect an economy and the interest of consumers. First part of […]

Abstract The unity and integrity of India is under severe challenge due to the rise of separatist movements in different parts of the country. The North-Eastern part of the country has been traditionally prone to a large number of secessionist and separatist movements. Tripura, the smallest of the North East Indian states has been caught […]

Abstract Article 21 of the Constitution of India confers upon every individual a fundamental right not to be deprived of his life or liberty except in accordance with due procedure prescribed under laws that is reasonable, fair and just. Speedy trial is the essence of criminal trial and there can be no doubt that a […]

Awarding punishment to the culprits is the main object of criminal justice system. There are various stages involved in prosecuting a person. Sometimes, during investigation by police, an accused confesses his/her fault/guilt. But all confessions are not voluntary. The bare confession of accused is sufficient evidence to warrant his conviction even though; there is no […]

There is a strong relationship between foreign investment and economic growth. Larger inflows of foreign investments are needed for the country to achieve a sustainable high trajectory of economic growth.[1] Post Second World War, the countries were trying to reconstruct themselves, financially and commercially. Commercially the nations, especially the ones that had lost opted to […]