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Rajiv Wanted a Different Electricity Supplier. The Law Said “Yes, But”
The Pitch That Started It Rajiv Khandelwal runs a dyeing unit in Sanganer, Jaipur, with a 400 kW...
₹9,400 for a Fridge? Your Complete Guide to Fighting a Wrong Electricity Bill
Nothing is certain except death and taxes”, Benjamin Franklin said. He never met an electricity...
Rajiv Wanted a Different Electricity Supplier. The Law Said “Yes, But”
The Pitch That Started It Rajiv Khandelwal runs a dyeing unit in Sanganer, Jaipur, with a 400 kW connection. Every month the DISCOM bill landed on his desk like a second rent. Then a solar developer from Bhadla walked in with a spreadsheet and a simple pitch: buy...
₹9,400 for a Fridge? Your Complete Guide to Fighting a Wrong Electricity Bill
Nothing is certain except death and taxes”, Benjamin Franklin said. He never met an electricity bill that tripled while the AC sat switched off. Ramesh was away for two weeks. AC off. Lights off. Only the fridge was humming in the dark. And then the bill lands:...
SOLAR NET METERING BILL IS WRONG: WHAT CAN A ROOFTOP SOLAR CONSUMER DO?
Mr. A decided to install rooftop solar panels at his home. His electricity bills had been increasing, and he believed solar power would help reduce his monthly expenses. After the installation, Mr. A started generating electricity during the day. His house used some...
WHEN COURTS ENTER ARBITRATION
Understanding the Role of Courts Before, During and After Arbitration A practical legal guide for businesses, founders and commercial enterprises Introduction Businesses often choose arbitration to keep disputes private and efficient. Yet courts do not...
Starting Arbitration in India
A Legal Roadmap for Initiating Commercial Arbitration Introduction When negotiations fail and a commercial dispute reaches an impasse, the next question is often straightforward: how does one formally commence arbitration? Many businesses assume that sending a legal...
AFTER THE ARBITRAL AWARD: CHALLENGE, APPEAL, STAY & ENFORCEMENT
What Businesses Should Know After Winning or Losing an Arbitration. Winning an arbitration can feel like the end of a long legal battle. But what happens when the losing party refuses to pay, challenges the award or seeks to delay its enforcement? For businesses, the...
ARBITRATION VS. LITIGATION
Choosing the Right Dispute Resolution Mechanism for Your Business A practical legal guide for businesses, founders and commercial enterprises Introduction A commercial relationship may begin with a well-negotiated contract and clear expectations. However,...
CLAUSE VS. STATUTE: WHY YOUR ARBITRATION AGREEMENT FOLDS WHEN AN MSME WALKS IN
“Samuel Goldwyn said “A verbal contract isn’t worth the paper it’s written on.” Buyers who drafted arbitration clauses against small suppliers are finding that written ones can be just as flimsy.” Does an arbitration clause override the MSMED Act? No. The act...
UNPAID INVOICES? STOP ASKING NICELY AND START USING THE LAW
Every small supplier knows the phone call. “Sir payment Is processed. It will reach by Friday.” Which Friday? Nobody says. The MSMED Act, 2006 has an answer that doesn’t depend on anyone’s mood. THE 45 DAY RULE YOUR BUYER FORGET Under Section 15 of the Act, it...