LIBERTY TO TRAVEL ABROAD & LAW ON LOOKOUT CIRCULARS | Nandita Rao, Raghav Bahl, Niharika Karanjawala

LIBERTY TO TRAVEL ABROAD & LAW ON LOOKOUT CIRCULARS | Nandita Rao, Raghav Bahl, Niharika Karanjawala

Liberty to Travel Abroad & Law on Lookout Circulars | Nandita Rao, Raghav Bahl, Niharika Karanjawala Chapters: 00:00 Is the right to travel abroad a fundamental right or a privilege granted by the state? 02:20 In what circumstances can the state curtail one’s right to travel abroad? 05:27 Under what specific public or economic interest can the state curtail one’s travel? 06:31 Would any offences or registration of FIR disentitle one to travel abroad? 06:58 Are LOC issued for a time frame or are they indefinite? 08:20 What does the law say about informing individuals in case an LOC is issued? 09:44 When challenging an LOC what does one have to demonstrate to the court? 11:40 What view have the courts taken to restricting travel of an accused, not convicted? 13:55 If the investigations go on for a long time do LOCs remain active? 16:15 Any landmark judgements that have shaped this area of the law? 18:10 Can Passport authority refuse to renew the passport if a criminal case is pending? 21:21 In case of a passport refusal or cancellation what remedy does one have? 21:36 In case of conviction in a criminal case, how does one’s rights change? 22:50 In case a LOC is wrongfully issued is there any remedy to make good one’s loss? 23:46 Are there any suggestions that you have to balance the rights and responsibilities? Disclaimer The content of this programme is intended for information,entertainment and general awareness purposes only; no legal advice is being given to the viewer. If you have a legal query, concern or problem please seek professional legal advice. No information received from the program should be relied upon or used without consulting a lawyer to consider your specificcircumstances, possible changes to applicable laws, rules and regulations and other legal issues. The views expressed herein are an individual’s own and do notreflect the views of the creators of Follow the Law or ITMN TV. Follow the Law : Roundtable with Nandita Rao, Raghav Bahl, Niharika Karanjawala www.itmn.tv

PEACE BOND 'KALANDRA' : POLICE POWERS, CITIZEN RIGHTS AND REMEDIES | Ramesh Gupta, Sr. Advocate, Raghav Bahl, Niharika Karanjawala

PEACE BOND 'KALANDRA' : POLICE POWERS, CITIZEN RIGHTS AND REMEDIES | Ramesh Gupta, Sr. Advocate, Raghav Bahl, Niharika Karanjawala Chapters 00:00 What Is a Peace Bond (Kalandra)? 01:00 What Happens When Police Initiate a Kalandra? 03:50 What Must Police Establish Before Taking Action? 04:28 Is Mere Apprehension of a Breach of Peace Enough? 05:04 Can Police Use Kalandras in Civil Disputes? 06:13 What Rights Does a Citizen Have During These Proceedings? 07:47 What are the Key Legal Safeguards Against Misuse 08:16 Does a Kalandra Become Your Criminal Record? 09:09 What do Courts Say on the Routine or Mechanical Use of Kalandras? 09:33 What If You Are the Victim, Not the Troublemaker? 10:25 Must Police Communicate the Reasons for Action? 11:16 Can Police Keep Your Biometrics in case of proceedings? 11:35 Can a Kalandra Affect Your Job or Arms Licence? 12:13 Duration of a Peace Bond and Possible Detention 12:38 How Courts Balance Public Safety and Individual Rights 13:41 How to Balance rights as Preventive Action May Damage Your Reputation? 14:28 Police Accountability When Exercising Preventive Powers 14:51 Reforming the Law: What Needs to Change? Disclaimer The content of this programme is intended for information,entertainment and general awareness purposes only; no legal advice is being given to the viewer. If you have a legal query, concern or problem please seek professional legal advice. No information received from the program should be relied upon or used without consulting a lawyer to consider your specificcircumstances, possible changes to applicable laws, rules and regulations and other legal issues. The views expressed herein are an individual’s own and do notreflect the views of the creators of Follow the Law or ITMN TV.

PIL: SEEKING JUSTICE FOR THE GREATER GOOD | Justice Madan Lokur, former Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Raghav Bahl & Niharika Karanjawala

Public Interest Litigation: Seeking Justice for the Greater Good | with Justice Madan Lokur, former Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Raghav Bahl & Niharika Karanjawala Chapters: 00:00 What is a PIL and how does it differs from an ordinary case? 02:07 How did PIL evolve in the Indian legal system? 06:24 Is it now easier for concerned citizens to approach the courts?07:36 What are the various ways a PIL can be initiated? 09:17 Have courts taken up Suo Moto PILS from news reports or social media? 10:30 Procedurally, is it easier to file a PIL? 11:05 Are PILs treated differently by courts to litigation? 12:41 What are the consequences to filing a frivolous or motivated PIL? 16:57 Is there sufficient information on PILs and their usefulness in the public domain? 17:25 What reforms are needed in the PIL? 18:23 Which are the sectors that PILs can still drive greater public good? Disclaimer : The content of this programme is intended for information, entertainment and general awareness purposes only; no legal advice is being given to the viewer. If you have a legal query, concern or problem please seek professional legal advice. No information received from the program should be relied upon or used without consulting a lawyer to consider your specific circumstances, possible changes to applicable laws, rules and regulations and other legal issues. The views expressed herein are an individual’s own and do not reflect the views of the creators of Follow the Law or ITMN TV. Roundtable : Justice Madan Lokur, former Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Raghav Bahl & Niharika Karanjawala Subscribe to Follow the Law to remain informed and empowered.

THE LAW AND ECONOMIC FUGITIVES - With Sidharth Luthra, Senior Advocate & Former ASG, Raghav Bahl, & Niharika Karanjawala

THE LAW AND ECONOMIC FUGITIVES - With Sidharth Luthra, Senior Advocate & Former ASG, Raghav Bahl, & Niharika Karanjawala This episode of Follow the Law examines India’s Fugitive Economic Offenders Act and how the law deals with individuals accused of major financial crimes who leave the country to avoid prosecution. Chapters: 00:00 Why This Law Matters for Ordinary Citizens 02:21 Actual Loss vs Notional Loss; To Attract the Provisions 02:55 Types of Offences Covered Under the Act 03:28 Process to Declare a Fugitive Economic Offender 05:46 Process for Attachment and Confiscation of Assets 08:07 Overseas Property and Assets Also Covered? 08:46 Third-Party Claims and Joint Family Property attachment 09:49 Challenging Confiscation 11:16 Interaction With Extradition Law   13:06 When an Accused Genuinely Cannot Return to India 14:21 Safeguards Against Misuse 15:02 Closing Thoughts  Disclaimer  The content of this programme is intended for information,entertainment and general awareness purposes only; no legal advice is being given to the viewer. If you have a legal query, concern or problem please seek professional legal advice. No information received from the program should be relied upon or used without consulting a lawyer to consider your specific circumstances, possible changes to applicable laws, rules and regulations and other legal issues. The views expressed herein are an individual’s own and do notreflect the views of the creators of Follow the Law or ITMN TV.

NAVIGATING THE RIGHT TO PROTEST: With Former Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Justice Deepak Gupta, Raghav Bahl & Niharika Karanjawala

NAVIGATING THE RIGHT TO PROTEST: With Former Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Justice Deepak Gupta, , Raghav Bahl & Niharika Karanjawala 00:00 – Constitutional Basis: The Right to Protest and how is it limited?01:36 – Section 144 Orders: Legal Consequences & Can mere presence be unlawful?02:08 – Unlawful Assembly: When Does a Protest Become an Unlawful Assembly?03:28 – Balancing Competing Rights: Protesters vs. Other Citizens05:36 – Landmark Judgments: On the Right to Protest07:13 – Doctrine of Proportionality: Limits on State Action08:44 – Internet Shutdowns During Protests: Legal justification10:44 – Online Protests: Are they a Cross-Border Legal Risk?12:15 – Distancing from Violence: Is there Legal Protection for Peaceful Protesters?13:44 – Legal Remedies for Injured Protesters14:35 – The Way Forward: What changes may make things better? Disclaimer The content of this programme is intended for information,entertainment and general awareness purposes only; no legal advice is being given to the viewer. If you have a legal query, concern or problem please seekprofessional legal advice. No information received from the program should be relied upon or used without consulting a lawyer to consider your specific circumstances, possible changes to applicable laws, rules and regulations and other legal issues. The views expressed herein are an individual’s own and do notreflect the views of the creators of Follow the Law or ITMN TV.