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Defence Struck Off Under CPC

May 13, 2026

Under the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC), “defence struck off” means the court disregards the defendant’s written statement due to persistent non-compliance (e.g., non-payment of rent, failure to file pleadings). The case proceeds as if no defence exists, though the defendant may still cross-examine plaintiff witnesses. [1, 2, 3, 4] Key Aspects of Striking Off…
Recalling of Order under CPC

May 12, 2026

The recalling of an order under the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) is a legal mechanism to request the court to set aside or cancel an order it previously passed. This is typically done through Section 151 of the CPC, which deals with the inherent powers of the court. [1, 2, 3] 📌 At a…
Can Withdraw Resignation before Acceptance -Service Law?

May 11, 2026

Yes, a resignation can generally be withdrawn before it is formally accepted or before it becomes effective, provided the employer has not already accepted it and communication of that acceptance has not been made. Employees often have the right to withdraw a resignation during the notice period before it takes effect, particularly in government or…
Timeline for Section 175(3) BNSS Application to Court

May 10, 2026

Under Section 175(3) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, magistrates must decide on investigation applications after a mandatory, self-conducted inquiry into the complaint’s merits, rather than merely delegating it to the police. The statute does not define a strict, specific, and rigid timeline for this decision, but it demands an expedited, “speaking order”…
Master Service Agreement (MSA)- Online Drafting

May 9, 2026

A Master Service Agreement (MSA) is a foundational, legally binding contract that outlines general terms, conditions, and legal provisions between two parties for ongoing business engagements, such as payment terms, IP rights, and dispute resolution. It streamlines future transactions by allowing for the use of simple Statements of Work (SOWs) for specific projects. [1, 2,…