I am part of a startup based in Bengaluru. My co-founder changed all passwords and locked me out of our systems without any warning, claiming he had majority vote support. I have a 40% stake in the company. We never had a formal shareholders' agreement. What can I do to protect my rights and regain access?

I was working with a tech company in Pune for the last 5 months on probation. Suddenly, they terminated my employment without providing any valid reason. I feel this is unfair as I was performing well and had no warnings. They say it's within their rights during probation. I'm now struggling financially and need to know if there's any recourse or compensation I'm entitled to under Indian labor law…

Hey! I’m really stressed about this situation I got into here in Pune. I applied for a government contract worth ₹5 lakhs, but they rejected my application without any clear reason. I’ve been trying to get clarity for over a month now, but every time I call, I get the runaround. I know I can challenge this through judicial review, but I’m worried I might miss my chance. It seems like they’re just …

Hello, I'm really frustrated. My company in Pune promised an increment in my salary after my 6-month probation, which ended 3 months ago. Despite repeated requests and discussions, nothing has happened yet, and HR keeps saying they will look into it. I feel cheated as this was a major reason for accepting the job. What are my legal rights here and how can I ensure they fulfill their promise?

I was working in a Chennai-based IT firm and reported a case of harassment by a senior colleague to HR two weeks ago. Instead of taking action, they terminated me without any prior notice, citing performance issues which were never raised before. I have emails showing good performance reviews. I'm really distressed and unsure if this dismissal is lawful. What are my rights and what should I do nex…

I'm based in Bengaluru. Last week, my business partner withdrew ₹10 lakh from our joint company account and has gone incommunicado since then. We were running a small IT startup together and this money was meant for an urgent project. I'm feeling completely betrayed as we had an agreement to discuss any large withdrawals. I've already visited his house but his family is not cooperating. I'm unsure…

Hi, I am from Delhi and I am in a stressful situation. My business partner took a significant amount of money (around ₹15 lakh) from our company account and has vanished. He isn't answering calls and has taken important documents related to our startup. I'm not sure what legal actions I can pursue to recover the funds and protect my business interests. I feel utterly betrayed and need urgent legal…

I'm based in Bangalore and was working for a tech startup. Last month, I noticed discrepancies in my salary slip and raised it with HR. Instead of addressing it, they suddenly terminated my contract with zero notice period, effective immediately. I've been working here for over a year and never had such issues before. What are my legal rights in this situation? Can they just terminate me without a…

I started a small manufacturing business with my partner in Ahmedabad. Recently, I found out he sold some of our machinery without consulting me. We are equal partners in the business, and I feel completely betrayed. This has caused a major loss to the company, and I am unsure how to proceed legally. What are my rights in this situation, and can I take legal action against him? I need guidance on …

I was working as a software developer in a Mumbai-based company. Last week, during my probation period, my manager pressured me to resign immediately, claiming I was not meeting their standards. I felt blindsided as I was never given any warning or feedback prior. I'm worried because I don't know if this is allowed under Indian employment law. What are my rights in this situation? Can I challenge …

I was working with an IT company in Bengaluru under a fixed-term contract that was supposed to end in August 2026. However, they suddenly terminated my contract in July 2026 citing poor performance, despite no prior warnings or reviews indicating this. I'm worried as this is affecting my livelihood and career. What are my rights in this situation? Can I challenge this termination or demand compens…

I worked at a company in Bengaluru for over 10 years as a senior manager. Last week, they terminated me without any prior notice or explanation. I have always performed well and was not given any reason for this sudden action. I am stressed and unsure of my rights or next steps. Can they do this legally? How should I approach this situation to get some justice or compensation?

I work for a private company in Hyderabad. Last month, my salary was suddenly slashed by 50% without any prior notice or explanation. They just said it's due to company losses. I'm struggling to make ends meet and feel this is unfair. Is there any legal action I can take to challenge this reduction and secure my full salary? I've been working there for over 3 years without any issues.

I've been working with this company in Bengaluru for 5 years. Last week, I was suddenly terminated without any notice or severance. They claimed 'company restructuring' but did not provide any official documentation. I feel this is unfair, as I've always received good performance reviews. I am worried about my financial stability and my reputation. What are my rights in this situation? Can I chall…

I work for a company in Bengaluru and was on a medical leave for a surgery. I returned to work last week and was suddenly terminated without any prior notice or valid reason. This has left me extremely anxious as I relied on this job for my medical expenses. I suspect they considered my leave a burden. Do I have any legal standing to challenge this termination under Indian employment laws? What sh…

I co-founded a startup based in Bengaluru with a friend. Recently, I discovered that he has transferred all the company funds, around ₹50 lakh, into his personal account without my knowledge. This happened last week. I confronted him, but he is now avoiding all communication. I feel completely betrayed and don't know what my legal options are. The company is registered with the Ministry of Corpora…

I work in a tech company in Hyderabad. A month ago, I reported harassment from a senior manager. Instead of taking action against him, HR demoted me last week citing 'performance issues'. I feel this is retaliation for my complaint. The situation is affecting my mental health and career growth. What legal actions can I take under workplace harassment laws in India?

I’m scared and confused. I invested ₹10 lakhs in a company in Delhi promising high returns, but now they’ve vanished. It’s been 3 months, and I can’t reach anyone. I feel betrayed and lost. I’ve tried contacting their registered office, but it’s shut. What steps should I take to recover my money?

I am frustrated and feeling lost. I resigned from my job in Hyderabad a month ago, and my employer is not releasing my Provident Fund, which is about ₹50,000. I’ve tried to contact them, but they keep avoiding me. I need that money urgently. What are my rights, and how can I get my PF back?

I'm living in a rented apartment in Bengaluru. My landlord has been entering my flat without any prior notice, even when I'm not at home. It's really invading my privacy and I feel unsafe. I've spoken to him about this but he refuses to stop, saying it's his property. What are my rights in this situation under Indian law and how can I legally stop him from doing this?