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Business News > Mint Authors > Aradhana Bhansali

Aradhana Bhansali

ARTICLES BY ARADHANA BHANSALI

For an NRI. there are no restrictions on bequeathing assets, whether movable or immovable, to relatives residing in India. (Image: Pixabay)

How can NRIs ensure their wills are valid in both India and the UK?

1 min read . 11 Dec 2024

A will is an instrument of testamentary disposition of property, whereby one transfers or bequeaths his property to the named beneficiaries on his death.

Witnessing a will: Your legal duties and responsibilities

1 min read . 18 Jun 2024

The instrument by which a trust is declared is called an instrument of trust and is generally known as the ‘trust deed. (iStockphoto)

How to tackle concerns regarding a trustee’s management of property

2 min read . 11 Jun 2024

If the agreement does provide for the structural issues, then you may claim the amount from the seller by invoking the clauses under your agreement.

What to do when a seller fails to disclose significant property defects

1 min read . 14 May 2024

In the event if the repair works required to be carried out are of the nature which mandates eviction of the tenant, then, the landlord will have to follow due process of law,

What legal obligations exist for landlord access to rented premises?

1 min read . 07 May 2024

A will is required to fulfil the requirements under the relevant provisions of Indian Succession Act, 1925 and the Indian Evidence Act, 1872.

What are the legal obligations of being witness to a friend’s will?

1 min read . 24 Apr 2024

Lis pendens in common parlance means “a pending legal action”. (iStockphoto)

What is the role of ‘lis pendens’ in property transactions?

2 min read . 04 Apr 2024

The special power of attorney will have to be registered and stamped as per the applicable state laws. (iStockphoto)

Can NRIs execute a tenancy agreement through SPAs?

1 min read . 09 Jan 2024

We assume that the will is deposited with the sub-registrar concerned who would have certified it as ‘registered’.

Is the certified copy of a will legally valid?

1 min read . 19 Dec 2023

A lease is governed by the provisions of Transfer of Property Act, 1882, and the interest in the subject property is transferred by the transferor, therein called the lessor, to the transferee, therein referred to the lessee. (iStockphoto)

How is property leased out with a leave and licence agreement?

1 min read . 28 Nov 2023

You should check the other exemptions before renting out the premises.(iStockphoto)

Are some premises exempted from the Rent Control Act?

2 min read . 16 Nov 2023

A will can be validly made by any adult of sound mind.

What is the legal procedure to contest a will’s validity in court?

2 min read . 14 Nov 2023

It is only the wife, as an owner, who can deal with her property in the manner she deems fit.

Can a man sell the property of his wife without her consent?

1 min read . 03 Oct 2023

The rights of a female partner in a live-in relationship with respect to the estate of her male partner are still unclear and ambiguous (iStockphoto)

Can a live-in partner claim share in assets?

1 min read . 16 Jul 2023

To clarify, a tenant is liable to pay standard rent and permitted increases In case the landlord has undertaken expenses to make certain improvement/structural alterations of the subject premises, he can increase the rent beyond 4% and up to 25% per annum under law.

What are the basic rights of a tenant?

1 min read . 13 Apr 2023

Refund: does a homebuyer have same rights as original allottee?

1 min read . 07 Apr 2023

As for the share certificate, you may apply to the society by submitting necessary forms enclosing your agreement for sale/sale deed in respect of the flat by virtue of which you along with your deceased husband is joint owner of the flat.

Flat transfer: can a co-op society insist on succession certificate?

1 min read . 14 Mar 2023

How can a ‘will’ be executed in India if one of the heirs is unable to visit the country?

2 min read . 04 Jan 2023

In a Hindu family, the Karta or manager occupies a unique position

How can a coparcener of HUF claim rightful share in income?

2 min read . 20 Dec 2022

What should a guarantor do if the principal borrower defaults?

2 min read . 15 Nov 2022