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Anticipatory Bail: When and How to Apply

If you fear arrest for a non-bailable offence, Section 438 of the CrPC allows you to apply for bail in advance. The application is high-stakes — getting it right matters.

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Eight years into the IBC, the resolution process has reshaped Indian credit. This month we look at what's working, what isn't, and where the code goes next.

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