FDI IN RETAIL: What Indian Lawyers Need to Know
Thu, 12/08/2011 - 10:11 — LIG ReporterIn 2011, the Manmohan Singh-led government has often been criticised for delayed policy decisions in attracting foreign capital into the country at a time when the rupee is falling. It is at this time that the Centre decided to allow FDI up to 51 per cent in multi-brand retail. Secondly, the government also raised FDI limit from 51 per cent to 100 per cent in single-brand retail.
Questions on Indian Marriage and Personal Laws
Sat, 03/20/2010 - 04:05 — LIG ReporterQuestion on Hindu Law and Special Marriage Act
In many parts of South India, the practice of a girl being married off to her maternal uncle is part of the community's custom. Suppose this type of marriage happens under Special Marriage Act and one party converts to Buddhism, what is the status of the marriage? Is it valid?