Blatant Misuse of Legal Process: Supreme Court Slams Abuse of Article 32, Dismisses Plea

Today, On 16th January, The Supreme Court slammed a petitioner for misusing Article 32, dismissing a plea while a related case was pending in the Bombay High Court. “Article 32 is being misused…for everything, one adjournment, file Article 32 here,” it said.

Rs 25,000 Fine for Nylon Manjha Kite Flying: Bombay High Court Cracks Down on Deadly Thread

The Bombay High Court has ordered a Rs 25,000 fine on anyone caught flying kites using nylon manjha, calling it a serious threat to human life and animals. Vendors selling the banned thread will face a hefty Rs 2.5 lakh penalty, with police officers also being held accountable for enforcement failures.

1993 Mumbai Blasts| Abu Salem Is an International Criminal: Maharashtra Govt Tells Bombay HC, Opposes Longer Parole

Gangster Abu Salem, convicted in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case, was termed an “international criminal” by Maharashtra. The state told the Bombay High Court he is eligible only for two days emergency parole with escort, rejecting his 14 days request.

Shiv Sena Challenges Kishori Pednekar’s False Civic Poll Nomination in Bombay HC

Today, A Shiv Sena spokesperson moved the Bombay High Court challenging former Mumbai mayor Kishori Pednekar’s civic poll nomination, alleging concealment of criminal cases in her affidavit. Susie Shah sought hearing before Chief Justice Shree Chandrashekhar and Justice Gautam Ankhad.

Karta Personally Liable for HUF’s Arbitration Debt; Court Can Execute Award Beyond Jurisdiction: Bombay High Court

The Bombay High Court held that a Karta can be personally proceeded against to satisfy an arbitral award where HUF assets are insufficient, and clarified that the court at the seat of arbitration retains execution jurisdiction even if assets lie outside its territorial limits.

Charging Points Inside Goa Central Jail| Shocks the Conscience !!!: Bombay HC Slams Jail Authorities

The Bombay High Court at Goa voiced concern over charging points inside Central Jail, Colvale, saying it “shocks the conscience” they existed without prison approval. Justice Shreeram V. Shirsat noted repeated incidents of phones and contraband smuggled inside therein.

When There Is a Duty to Speak It’s A Crime to Remain Silent: Justice MS Sonak’s Farewell Speech at the Bombay HC

Justice MS Sonak bid farewell to the Bombay High Court before assuming charge as Chief Justice of the Jharkhand High Court. He urged the Bar to guide the judiciary and said criticism strengthens the institution despite discomfort and challenges.

Pune Porsche Case: Supreme Court Asks Maharashtra Govt to Respond on Bail Pleas in Blood Sample Tampering Row

The Supreme Court has sought a response from the Maharashtra government on bail pleas filed by two accused in the Pune Porsche crash, issuing notice against the Bombay High Court order that refused them relief in December last year.

Result of Coercion: MNS Leader Moves Bombay HC Against ‘Unopposed’ Civic Poll Wins, Seeks Court-Monitored Probe

MNS leader Avinash Jadhav has moved the Bombay High Court seeking a court-monitored probe into the mass withdrawal of municipal poll candidates, and has urged that results in 68 ‘unopposed’ Mahayuti seats be stayed until the plea is resolved.

From Which Provision Do You Draw Powers? You Don’t Have the Powers: Bombay HC Slams BMC Chief Over Court Staff Requisition for Election Duty

BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani told the Bombay High Court he had made a “mistake” in seeking court staff for election duty, after criticism for exceeding authority. The Bench warned him to “save” himself and find manpower elsewhere as directed.