No, a person cannot be jailed for simply failing to pay personal loan EMIs in India. Loan default is generally considered a civil offense, not a criminal one, and does not lead to imprisonment unless fraud is involved.

Rent control matters are typically adjudicated in Rent Tribunals or Rent Courts, which are specialized, quasi-judicial bodies established to handle tenancy disputes. In some cases, if the Rent Control Act doesn't provide a suitable remedy or the matter is not covered by the Act, a Civil Court may be involved. Additionally, High Courts can be approached for judicial review of Rent Tribunal decisions, particularly for procedural irregularities or jurisdictional issues.

In India, cyberstalking, identity theft, phishing, and online defamation are addressed under the Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act) and the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The IT Act deals with cybercrimes using technology, while the IPC covers offenses like defamation. Specifically, the IT Act's Sections 66C and 66D address identity theft and impersonation, respectively. Section 67A handles transmission of sexually explicit content, which can be relevant in cases of online harassment. Defamation is primarily defined under IPC Sections 499 and 500.

Yes, online hate speech is partially addressed under Indian cybercrime laws, primarily through provisions in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000. While India lacks a specific law dedicated to cyberbullying or online hate speech, existing laws cover certain aspects of it.

Sending threatening or obscene emails or messages in India can lead to punishment under the Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000. Specifically, Sections 66A (now struck down but relevant for understanding the context) and 67 address such offenses. Section 66A, before its removal, dealt with sending information that is grossly offensive, menacing, or false to cause annoyance, inconvenience, or injury. Section 67 deals with publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form.

Yes, in India, online complaints (e-FIRs) are generally treated with the same legal force as traditional FIRs, especially for certain cognizable offenses. The introduction of e-FIRs, enabled by the IT Act and recommendations by the Law Commission, aims to streamline the reporting process and align it with the Digital India initiative.

Immediately after facing cyber fraud or unauthorized transactions, a victim should take these steps: Stop all communication with the scammer, gather evidence, report the incident to the bank/payment provider and the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (cybercrime.gov.in), and consider reporting it to the local police. Additionally, change passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and monitor accounts for suspicious activity.

Yes, a tenant can seek compensation for wrongful eviction or mental harassment by a landlord. Tenants are protected by law and have the right to pursue legal action to recover financial losses, emotional distress, and other damages resulting from such actions.

Under the Rent Control Act, standard rent is generally determined by a Rent Controller, considering factors like the property's construction cost, location, and market value. Disputes over rent, including those related to standard rent, are primarily adjudicated by Rent Controllers or designated courts or tribunals as per the specific Rent Control Act of the state.

A landlord can generally increase rent after the end of a fixed-term lease, or earlier if the lease agreement includes a rent review clause. They must provide proper written notice, usually 30-60 days before the increase takes effect. In most locations, rent can be increased once every 12 months, but specific rules vary by jurisdiction.