Tag: covid-19

State activism: Should COVID-19 vaccination be compulsory?

On January 3, when the Drug Controller General of India announced the approval of two Indian-made COVID-19 vaccines for use in the country, the Prime Minister lauded the achievement as a source of nationalist pride. Yet, for a surprisingly large amount of the population, a different emotion was evoked: paranoia.…

Privacy in a Pandemic: Is the Aarogya Setu App legal?

By Rohin DubeyConstitutional Law

How would you feel if your parents constantly knew where you go, who you see, and what you do On May 1, 2020, the Ministry of Home Affairs made it mandatory for local authorities to “ensure 100% coverage of Aarogya Setu App among residents of Containment Zones”. You are now…

COVID-19 impact: Can you piggyback on force majeure clauses and avoid contractual obligations?

By Rohin DubeyContract Law

Whatever be the fate of COVID-19 and the ensuing nationwide lockdown, companies face the harsh reality of receiving little to no revenue in the foreseeable future. Cruel decisions become inevitable: where is the money to honour contracts with employees, vendors or third parties? In this climate, every organisation urgently needs…