Will drafting and registration of Foreign Will in India: A Legal guide for NRIs
“In today’s globally connected era”, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) often own property in India, foreign bank accounts, investments, and business interests in more than one country. However, managing these assets after death can become legally complex if proper estate planning is not done. One of the most crucial legal tools for NRIs is a Will. Legally, […]
How can an NRI voluntarily surrender and join an investigation after being declared a Proclaimed offender in INDIA
Legal issues become complicated in India, especially when you are living in a foreign country. It often happens due to missed court dates, lack of proper communication, non-delivery of summons or simply not being aware of ongoing legal proceedings against the person living abroad. Being declared a proclaimed offender is a serious matter, but it […]
Registration of Foreign Divorce Decree in India: Law, Procedure and Judicial Approach for NRIs
With the increase in cross-border marriages involving non-resident Indians (NRIs), disputes related to foreign divorce decrees have become frequent before Indian courts. Many spouses obtain a divorce from foreign courts, assuming that the decree will automatically be valid in India. However, under Indian law, a foreign divorce decree must satisfy legal requirements before it can […]
Role of RERA in Regulating Property Developers and Safeguarding NRI Investments
Understanding RERA for NRIs India’s real estate market has long been an attractive investment destination for Non- resident Indians (NRIs). For many NRIs , purchasing property in India is not just a financial decision but also an emotional one –which is often tied to future plans of NRIs like : Returning home to India Securing […]
Understanding the Role of RERA in safeguarding NRI Investments in India
For NRIs, the Indian real estate market has been a beneficial investment destination. As we know that purchasing a property is not only a financial decision but also an emotional one for every individual which is often tied to future plans especially for NRIs such as: Returning home to India Securing diversifying family assets in […]
A guide for Leasing properties for NRIs in India
A Lease of property for an NRI means giving property (land, house, shop, etc.) on rent for a fixed period of time while the ownership remains with the NRI owner. The tenants get the right to use the property according to the terms and conditions mentioned in the lease agreement. NRI rent agreement The lease […]
A Legal guide for NRIs on Court Summons
Understanding summons and its purpose A summons is a legal document that is issued by a court or any other competent authority directing a person to appear before the court or authority on a specific date regarding a particular case. It informs the receiver that a legal proceeding has been initiated and their presence or […]
A legal guide for NRIs in Cheque Bounce case
For Non-resident Indians (NRIs), a cheque bounce case in India can quickly turn into a serious legal problem. What often begins as a routine financial transaction rent, a business payment, a family loan, a credit card liability, or an EMI can lead to criminal proceedings under the Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. […]
Legal guide for NRI declared a Proclaimed Offender in India
Understanding everything about the Proclaimed Offender case against NRI under the Indian law (the BNSS, 2023, earlier these proceedings used to be under section 82 of the criminal procedure code, 1973). The term “Proclaimed Offender” carries a serious weight. It represents not just a legal label, but a situation where the justice system is forced […]
Decoding the Alimony rights for NRIs
Understanding the Alimony Rights for NRIs under The Hindu Marriage Act,1955 and The Special Marriage Act,1954 Alimony means the amount of money that a court orders one spouse to pay to the other spouse for their maintenance and support. The main aim of the alimony is to make sure that the wife or the dependent […]