Fresh Air Is the Need of the Hour: Bombay High Court Flags Emergency Over Kanjurmarg Dumping Ground Pollution

The Bombay High Court called the pollution from Mumbai’s Kanjurmarg dumping ground an emergency and said the right to breathe clean air is a fundamental right. The Court criticised civic authorities for inaction and asked them to urgently find solutions to control odour and pollution.

Lavasa Project Case: Bombay High Court Dismisses PIL Against Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule And Ajit Pawar

The Bombay High Court has dismissed a PIL seeking an investigation into Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule, and Ajit Pawar over alleged illegal permissions for the Lavasa project. The court ruled that no case was made out against the leaders.

Mumbai Judge Bribery Case: Bombay High Court Clears ACB Probe into Rs 15 Lakh Alleged Bribe Demand

The Bombay High Court has granted sanction to the Maharashtra ACB to investigate bribery allegations against a sitting Mumbai Additional Sessions Judge. The probe relates to an alleged ₹15 lakh bribe demand linked to a pending property dispute case.

Trimurti Films Moves Bombay High Court Alleging Copyright Infringement of ‘Saat Samundar Paar’ by Dharma, Saregama, Badshah

Trimurti Films has moved the Bombay High Court alleging illegal remix and use of the iconic song “Saat Samundar Paar” in the upcoming film Tu Meri Main Tera. The production house has sought Rs 10 crore damages and an injunction ahead of the film’s December 25 release.

Bombay High Court, Mumbai, Nagpur Courts Evacuated After Bomb Threats: High Alert Across Judicial Complexes

Today, On 18th December, Bombay High Court, along with courts in Mumbai and Nagpur, was evacuated following bomb threats. High alert was declared across judicial complexes, and security agencies conducted thorough checks to ensure the safety of court personnel, lawyers, and visitors.

‘Temporary Breaks Cannot Defeat Motherhood Rights’: Bombay High Court Upholds Maternity Leave for Temporary Woman Employees

The Bombay High Court has held that even women working on temporary or daily-wage basis are entitled to maternity leave benefits. The Court ruled that denying maternity benefits due to short technical breaks in service is arbitrary and illegal.

“Not a Free Man Yet”: Bombay High Court Allows Gautam Navlakha to Shift to Delhi, Imposes Strict Trial Conditions

The Bombay High Court has allowed Elgar Parishad accused Gautam Navlakha to shift from Mumbai to his Delhi residence while making it clear that he must attend trial proceedings whenever required.
The Court imposed strict conditions, including weekly police reporting, surrender of passport, and prior permission to leave Delhi.

Short-Tempered Wife’s Suicide In Fit Of Anger Not Dowry Death: Bombay High Court Acquits Husband, Mother In Dowry Death Case

Bombay High Court acquitted a husband and mother in a dowry death case, holding that a short-tempered wife’s suicide in a fit of anger did not constitute dowry death. The court said evidence failed to prove cruelty under law.

“I Paid Rs 80,000, Justice Never Came”: Man Sets Himself Ablaze Outside Bombay High Court Over Lawyer Dispute

A man allegedly set himself on fire outside the Bombay High Court after a lawyer failed to file his case despite taking Rs 80,000. He suffered 50% burn injuries and is undergoing treatment as Azad Maidan Police investigate the incident.

‘No Harm in Letting Him Go Home’: Bombay High Court Inclined to Allow Gautam Navlakha to Shift to Delhi Till Elgar Trial Begins

The Bombay High Court said there is “no harm” in allowing Elgar Parishad accused Gautam Navlakha to shift to his Delhi residence till the trial starts, noting he is not a flight risk. The court observed that forcing the 73-year-old to stay in Mumbai despite having a home in Delhi was unjustified.