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Bombay High Court rules that a granddaughter cannot reopen a settled family property sale, holding that family settlements and transactions are final and binding.
Orissa High Court ruled that a wife’s rights as a Class-I heir under the Hindu Succession Act prevail over bank nomination, holding nominees act only as trustees.
Courts clarify that GST recovery cannot continue against deceased persons. Under Section 93 of CGST Act, legal heirs are liable only to the extent of estate inherited. Notices to …
Supreme Court upholds a Will excluding a daughter married outside the community, ruling that equity cannot override testamentary freedom once a Will is proved.
Supreme Court and High Courts clarify that income tax returns must be filed for a deceased person’s estate until assets are distributed. Legal heirs and executors must comply with…