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Elder abuse is one of India's most overlooked crises. It happens behind closed doors, within families, in the very homes where senior citizens should feel safest, and it goes largely unreported.This practical guidebook shines a light on this widespread but often invisible problem. Drawing on surveys by HelpAge India and AgeWell Foundation, real-life newspaper case studies, and an in-depth review of Indian law, the authors walk readers through every dimension of senior citizen abuse in India, physical, emotional, financial, and property-related, and, crucially, what victims and their families can do about it.Inside this book you will find:The types of abuse senior citizens face, backed by data and real casesKey statistics: why over 70% of abuse goes unreported, and who the most common perpetrators areA complete guide to the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007 (including the 2019 Amendment)Step-by-step guidance on approaching police, tribunals, NGOs, and helplinesCity-wise helpline numbers and contact details for organizations including HelpAge India, Dignity Foundation, and AgeWell FoundationPractical tips for caregivers, family members, and senior citizens themselvesHow to use the RTI Act to force police action when complaints are ignoredWhether you are a senior citizen facing abuse, a concerned family member, a caregiver, or a policymaker, this book gives you the knowledge and tools to understand, prevent, and respond to elder abuse in India.

The Basu Roy Chowdhury family of Ulpur, known as the Bose family, have a history spanning nearly a thousand years in the Bengali heartland of Faridpur district, East Bengal (now Bangladesh). Their ancestors were granted a jagir by the Mughal emperor, and during the British era they established one of the prominent Zamindari estates of the region, with a large Zamindari Bari, Kali temple, and extensive landholdings in Ulpur village.The Partition of India in 1947 brought this era to an abrupt end. The family lost their lands and ancestral home and rebuilt their lives in Delhi, first in Kashmere Gate and later in Chittaranjan Park, the story of countless Bengali Hindu families of East Bengal.This book documents the family's origins, the surviving heritage buildings of the Ulpur Zamindari Bari, and the family's new life in Delhi. Drawing on historical records, online research, personal visits to the ancestral site, and family memories, it serves as a lasting archive for future generations and a resource for readers interested in Bengali family histories and the Partition experience.

Do you know your rights as a worker in India?Whether you are a salaried employee, a daily wage worker, a gig worker, or a contractor, India's labour laws exist to protect you from exploitation, unfair dismissal, unsafe working conditions, and wage theft. But most working people never get to read these laws, let alone understand them.Written in plain language for everyday readers, Introduction to Labour Laws in India gives you a clear, accessible overview of the major labour laws that govern workplaces across India including the landmark four Labour Codes introduced by the Indian government, which came into force in November 2025 and represent the most sweeping reform of Indian labour law since independence.Inside this book, you will find:What labour laws are and why they matter to every working personHow the Indian Constitution protects workers' fundamental rightsThe Industrial Disputes Act, Trade Unions Act, and Standing Orders Act explained clearlyThe Factories Act and its provisions for health, safety, and welfare at workThe Code on Wages, the Occupational Safety Code, the Social Security Code, and the Industrial Relations Code, the four new Labour Codes, explained in plain EnglishNew rights for gig workers, platform workers, and contract employees under the 2025 reformsWhat to do if you are unfairly dismissed or retrenched, step by stepLaws related to sexual harassment at the workplace and how to seek redressThis book is not a legal textbook. It is a practical guide written for working people, students, HR professionals, trade union members, and anyone who wants to understand the laws that shape India's workplaces. If you have ever wondered whether your employer is treating you fairly, or what your options are if they are not, this book is for you.

Patents are one of the most powerful tools available to inventors, entrepreneurs, and innovators — yet the patent system remains poorly understood by most people outside the legal profession. In India, where a new generation of startups, researchers, and engineers is driving the country toward becoming a global innovation leader, that knowledge gap can be costly.This book bridges that gap.From the fundamentals of intellectual property to the step-by-step procedure for filing a patent application at the Indian Patent Office, Introduction to Patents and Patent Law in India demystifies the Indian patent system for the non-specialist. Written in plain language and enriched with real-world examples, diagrams, and references to actual cases and tools, it is the practical guide that every Indian inventor, entrepreneur, and student of IP law needs.But this book goes beyond the procedural. It equips readers with creative strategies to develop stronger, more defensible patent applications — including Design Thinking, TRIZ methodology, and innovation frameworks such as SCAMPER and Blue Ocean Strategy. It explores the commercialization journey from patent grant to market success, and examines famous patent wars from Apple vs. Samsung to the CRISPR gene-editing battle, drawing out lessons that every inventor can apply.The book also engages honestly with the harder questions: Do patents help or hinder innovation? Who benefits from the current system, and who is left out? How should we think about pharmaceutical patents, traditional knowledge, software patents, and AI-generated inventions? A special chapter critically examines the current patent regime and proposes forward-thinking reforms — grounded in both global best practices and Indian philosophical traditions.What you will learn:• The basics of patents, trademarks, copyrights, industrial designs, and other forms of IP• How to conduct a prior art search and assess whether your idea is patentable• How to draft and file patent applications at the Indian Patent Office, including all key forms• Creative frameworks — Design Thinking, TRIZ, SCAMPER — for developing stronger inventions• How to commercialize a patented invention, from prototyping to funding to licensing• Landmark patent wars and the practical lessons they teach• Legal remedies for infringement, opposition, and revocation in India• The unique challenges of software and AI patents under Indian law• Ethical and philosophical dimensions of the patent system• Alternatives to patents and proposed reforms for a more equitable innovation ecosystemWhether you are filing your first patent, advising clients on IP strategy, or simply curious about how the system works, this book will give you the knowledge and confidence to navigate the world of patents in India.

Have you ever struggled with noisy neighbours, trespassing, or disputes over shared utilities? Neighbour Problems in India is your essential guide to navigating and resolving conflicts with neighbours, offering practical solutions and legal insights tailored to the Indian context.This book covers a wide range of common issues, including:• Excessive noise and disturbances at all hours• Property disputes, encroachments, and illegal construction• Theft and tampering of shared utilities such as water and electricity• Harassment, threats, and violence from neighbours• Challenges involving neighbours' children and pets• False allegations and how to protect yourself legallyWith a focus on real-world advice and actionable strategies, this book empowers you to address problems amicably through communication, mediation, or — when necessary — legal recourse. Drawing on Indian laws including the IPC, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and the Noise Pollution Rules, the authors provide step-by-step guidance for dealing with difficult neighbours while fostering harmonious community living.Whether you're dealing with loud parties, boundary encroachments, utility theft, or serious harassment, Neighbour Problems in India gives you the knowledge and tools to protect your rights, reclaim your peace of mind, and build a better neighbourhood.

Fighting a court case in India is one of the most stressful experiences a person can go through. Cases drag on for years. Lawyer fees pile up. Hearings are postponed again and again. And through it all, you still have to show up to work, take care of your family, and hold your life together.Managing Court Cases with Mental Strength is a practical guide for anyone struggling with the psychological and emotional burden of ongoing litigation. Rather than focusing on legal procedures, this book focuses on you — the litigant — and gives you a toolkit to manage stress, protect your health, and maintain balance while your case runs its course.Drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy, yoga, positive psychology, logotherapy, and behavioral techniques, the authors provide clear and actionable strategies that anyone can apply, regardless of the type or stage of their case.Topics covered include managing your lawyer effectively, handling adverse judgments, exploring mediation and settlement options, managing work and career during litigation, coping once the case concludes, and forming a self-help support group. A dedicated resources section lists useful apps, websites, and mental health helplines for Indian readers.If a court case is taking over your life, this book will help you take it back.

The Complete Self-Publishing Roadmap for Indian AuthorsMost self-publishing guides are written for Western markets. This one is written for you.Self-Publish Books and E-Books in India walks you through every stage of the publishing process — from planning and writing your manuscript to formatting, cover design, publishing across multiple platforms, audiobook production, and marketing — with specific guidance for challenges that Indian authors face, including regional language support, ISBNs, and India-friendly platforms.What makes this guide different:Platform-specific guidance for Amazon KDP, Draft2Digital (now merged with Smashwords), Notion Press, Pothi, and IngramSparkIndian language publishing — which platforms support which languages, and what to do when they don'tAudiobook publishing for Indian authors — including how to work around ACX restrictions using Findaway VoicesBudget-first approach — free and low-cost tools at every stage, from Canva for covers to draw.io for diagramsModern marketing strategies — from Amazon ads and Goodreads to BookTok, Instagram Reels, and email newslettersWhether your book is in English or a regional language, fiction or non-fiction, this guide gives you the knowledge and confidence to publish independently — and professionally.Your readers are waiting. This book shows you how to reach them.

India has nearly 5 crore pending court cases. For millions of ordinary citizens, justice is not delayed — it is effectively denied.A property dispute that outlasts the people who started it. An undertrial who spends years in jail before his case is even heard. A divorce that consumes the best years of both parties' lives. These are not rare exceptions in India's justice system — they are everyday realities.Delays in Court Cases in India is a clear, data-driven guide to one of the country's most urgent but least understood crises. Written in plain language, it explains why cases stall, who suffers most, and what meaningful reform actually looks like.What this book covers:Why India's courts are overwhelmed — and why the problem keeps getting worseHow property disputes became the single largest category clogging the systemWhy 70% of India's prison population are undertrials whose guilt has never been provenHow police inaction, government litigation, and corrupt local bodies quietly add years to casesThe tactics litigants use to deliberately delay proceedings — and how courts can stop themHow PILs, designed to serve the public interest, are increasingly being weaponisedWhat AI, digital courts, and the e-Courts initiative can realistically achieveHow the Mediation Act, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and other recent reforms are reshaping the landscapeWhat India can learn from Singapore, the UK, Brazil, and the United StatesPractical recommendations any government serious about reform could implement todayWho this book is for:Whether you are a litigant navigating an ongoing case, a law student trying to understand the system, a policymaker looking for reform ideas, or simply a citizen who believes justice should not be a privilege — this book was written for you.Based on government data, Law Commission reports, court records, and independent research, this is an honest account of what is broken and what it will take to fix it.