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HomeAuthorsUtkarsha Srivastava

Articles by Utkarsha Srivastava

About Utkarsha Srivastava
Utkarsha Srivastava is an advocate by profession, based in Delhi.
Bengaluru street market
Economy

Explainer: How can ONDC make it easier for your local kirana store to sell online?

August 8, 2022 Utkarsha Srivastava

The Open Network for Digital Commerce, or ONDC, is aimed to make the digital marketplace accessible for all e-commerce players, big and small.

Representative image DNA samples
Society

Explainer: Can the new Criminal Procedure Identification Act force you to share biological samples?

April 26, 2022 Utkarsha Srivastava

The new law not only allows collection of certain identifiable information about specified persons, but also expands the ambit of such personal details.

Representational image of an electric vehicle charging station
Infrastructure

What the Delhi government guide says about setting up residential electric vehicle charging

March 29, 2022 Utkarsha Srivastava

The guidebook highlights the importance of setting up electric vehicle charging stations in residential societies and how to go about it in a planned way.

Ethereum, a cryptocurrency platform
Economy

Definitions hazy and questions aplenty over cryptocurrency tax, but here’s what you must know

March 1, 2022 Utkarsha Srivastava

Unlike exchange of money in the real world, cryptocurrency payments exist purely as digital entries in an online database, unregulated by central banks.

Bangalore's potholed roads
Governance

Explainer: When can you sue your municipal body for accidents due to potholes?

January 17, 2022 Utkarsha Srivastava

Potholes imply negligence and lack of maintenance by the concerned authorities. Can the victim of a pothole accident then claim compensation?

buying online: new draft e-com rules
Economy

Explainer: Why industry, ministries are clashing over new e-commerce rules

November 1, 2021 Utkarsha Srivastava

The draft e-commerce rules are framed to provide better consumer protection against fraud, non-delivery and high costs. What’s behind the objections then?

General image of a drone
Infrastructure

Explainer: National security concerns dominate Draft Drone Rules 2021

July 30, 2021 Utkarsha Srivastava

Drones have tremendous potential for important applications in areas like mapping, agriculture, logistics, healthcare and others. Here’s what the Draft Drone Rules 2021 say about their use.

Many flats in Mumbai remain vacant' Will new Model Tenancy Act change that?
Civic

Explained: What the Model Tenancy Act 2021 could mean for landlords and tenants

July 7, 2021 Utkarsha Srivastava

The new Model Tenancy Act is a progressive law, keeping the interests of both parties in mind. But since it is a Model Act, it will only take effect if states make changes in existing rental laws.

The Supreme Court reminded the union and state governments of its duties and responsibilities
Governance

COVID-19: When the Supreme Court had to intervene

June 18, 2021 Utkarsha Srivastava

At the peak of the crisis, The Supreme Court, and some High Courts, took suo moto notice and passed orders, directing governments to own responsibility and take action.

Vaccination guide phase 3
Health

‘How do I get my shot?’ and other FAQs on COVID vaccination Phase 3

May 4, 2021 Utkarsha Srivastava

With the opening up of vaccines for all above 18, there is considerable confusion on several fronts. We try to answer some of the most common questions being raised.


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