Mumbai court sends 40-year-old teacher to 14-day judicial custody for allegedly sexually abusing a 16-year-old boy. Judge denied further police remand, stating “no reasonable ground for extension of police custody.”
The Allahabad High Court observed that a wife’s consumption of alcohol does not amount to cruelty towards her husband unless accompanied by other serious issues. The case involved a husband’s divorce plea citing his wife’s outings with friends and alcohol consumption without informing him. The court evaluated whether these claims constituted valid grounds for divorce.
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Today, On 25th November, the Bombay High Court dismissed a plea by Mihir Shah and his driver, contesting their arrests in a fatal hit-and-run incident. The court upheld the legality of the arrests, rejecting claims of unlawful detention. This ruling is significant for the ongoing case following the tragic death of Kaveri Nakhwa.
The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice regarding a Public Interest Litigation calling for nationwide restrictions on alcohol sales to prevent minors from easily accessing liquor. The petition emphasizes the connection between strict regulations and reduced social problems. The Court will deliberate on enforcing measures while considering practical challenges in implementation.
Yesterday, On 23rd October, the Bombay High Court denied anticipatory bail to the father of a friend of a minor involved in a fatal Porsche crash in Pune. The court cited sufficient evidence of his involvement in tampering with blood samples. The ongoing investigation raises significant concerns over underage driving and legal accountability.
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The Supreme Court of India, in an 8:1 majority decision on October 23, ruled that states have the authority to regulate denatured spirit or industrial alcohol. The judgment broadens the definition of “intoxicating liquor” under Entry 8 of List II in the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution, to include industrial alcohol. This expands state regulatory powers over alcohol beyond just those meant for human consumption
Yesterday, On 26th June, A Nagpur woman, Ritu Maloo, is denied bail by the Bombay High Court after her intoxicated driving led to a fatal collision with a scooter, resulting in two deaths. The court highlighted her lack of remorse and emphasized the serious consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol. Maloo’s bail request was denied due to the gravity of the charges and her attempt to evade responsibility.