Media Advocacy & Legal Commentary

Urban Company's 'Insta-maids' service raises important questions about labor rights in the gig economy. I spoke to NDTV India about how this could increase the female labor force participation rate but also highlighted the need for the company to be accountable for minimum wage, insurance, and fair termination practices.

The death of a UPSC aspirant in Delhi due to electrocution from hanging wires is a result of gross government apathy. We have money for freebies but not to ensure basic safety for our citizens. The electricity department, the local MLA, and the MP must all be held accountable for this tragic and preventable loss of life.

Three young UPSC aspirants lost their lives because they were studying in an illegal basement library that flooded during the Delhi monsoon. This is a direct result of corruption, with coaching centers bribing local MCD and DDA officials. Accountability must be fixed, and the officers who allowed these illegal structures to run must be prosecuted.

The Supreme Court has rightly ruled that celebrities and influencers are equally responsible for endorsing misleading advertisements. This is a crucial step towards consumer protection. Endorsers must now ensure they have adequate information and that the product claims are not deceptive.

The Supreme Court has stated that a Hindu marriage is a sacred institution, not just an event for 'song and dance' or an occasion to demand dowry. This observation reinforces the cultural and spiritual significance of marriage, urging young people to think deeply about the institution.

In a recent order, the Supreme Court emphasized that a Hindu marriage is a sacrament of great value in Indian society. This judicial reinforcement of marriage as a sacred institution is an important message in an era of rising divorce rates.

This post from my foundation, Rann Samar, details the accusations against influencer Ranveer Allahbadia. The complaint accuses him of degrading the Indian family system and hurting religious sentiments, sparking a debate on creative freedom versus public decency.

An FIR was filed against Ranveer Allahbadia and others for offensive comments made during a roast show. This legal action highlights the consequences of insensitive content and the power of the law to address public outrage.

This graphic breaks down the specific legal sections under which the FIR against the influencers was filed, including provisions of the BNS 2023, the IT Act, and the Indecent Representation of Women Act. It shows the multiple legal frameworks that can be invoked to tackle offensive online content.