The Supreme Court ruled in favour of the Bandra Church trust, cancelling the Slum Rehabilitation Authority’s acquisition of its land. The Court said the landowner’s first right to redevelop cannot be ignored.
The Supreme Court has mandated that only the Bombay High Court hear all cases regarding its new building planned in Bandra, Mumbai. The court aims to expedite land-related issues affecting construction, having noted that 1.94 out of 4.09 acres needed have been transferred, while remaining lands currently house slum dwellers requiring rehabilitation.
The Mumbai Sessions Court has asked the police to respond to Mohammad Shariful Islam’s bail application, who was arrested for allegedly stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan. Islam maintains his innocence, claiming a false case. A hearing is set for April 4, following Khan’s emergency surgery after the January 16 attack.
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The Maharashtra government informed today (24th Oct) the Supreme Court that it plans to transfer the next portion of land for a new Bombay High Court building in Bandra by December. The special bench noted that the state has not yet taken possession of the Air India building for the mediation center’s relocation.
A Mumbai resident filed a petition in the Bombay High Court seeking action against Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and BJP leader Nitesh Rane for alleged anti-Muslim remarks. The plea calls for halting live broadcasts of Rane’s rallies, prosecuting him and Shinde for hate speech, and ensuring police accountability.
On September 23, Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud began construction on a new Bombay High Court complex, while the Supreme Court directed Maharashtra’s chief secretary to arrange a meeting about redeveloping an annexe building. Urgent repairs are needed, and plans for temporary relocation of court facilities are in motion, reflecting the court’s historical importance.
Today, On 23rd September, Justice Abhay S Oka stressed the need for the historic Bombay High Court building to remain with the judiciary after the court relocates to a new complex in Bandra, highlighting its heritage and judicial importance. He proposed the old building serve as a museum or mediation center.
Today, On 15th July, The Maharashtra Advocate General informed the Supreme Court that the land for the new Bombay High Court building will be handed over by September 10. This ensures timely progress and marks a significant step forward in judicial infrastructure development. The next hearing is scheduled for August 22. The AG also stated that copies of the plan would be provided to the Presidents of the Bombay Bar Associations.