The Bombay High Court, on Tuesday, called for the assistance of the Advocate General in relation to the petition filed by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Gandhi seeks to quash the defamation case lodged against him by BJP leader Mahesh Shrishrimal, stemming from his 2018 “commander in thief” social media post and video. Justice Sarang Kotwal, […]
Bombay High Court Grants Bail to Bhima Koregaon Accused Mahesh Raut: Court Questions UAPA Charges The Bombay High Court has granted bail to Mahesh Raut, one of the accused in the Bhima Koregaon case. The court’s decision comes after a detailed examination of the charges against Raut, who was accused under the Unlawful Activities Prevention […]
Bombay High Court’s Stance on Marathi Expressions in Domestic Disputes The Bombay High Court recently clarified its stance on the use of certain Marathi expressions in the context of domestic disputes. The court emphasized that the Marathi phrase “Tula akkal nahi, tu vedi ahes,” which translates to “you have no brains, you are crazy,” cannot […]
Bombay High Court Judge Calls for CBI Probe Following Intimidating Letter Justice Bharati Dangre of the Bombay High Court recently made the decision to recuse herself from a case after receiving a letter at her residence that alleged bias on her part. In a significant move, she has called for an investigation by the Central […]
Bombay High Court Takes Firm Stand Against Illegal Constructions, Constructions, Promises Action In a significant move, the Bombay High Court on Monday expressed its deep concern over the unchecked growth of illegal constructions in the city. The court emphasized that the era of turning a blind eye to such unauthorized developments must come to an […]
In a landmark decision, the Bombay High Court has firmly stated that courts should not allow litigants to submit documents or information in sealed covers. This ruling was delivered by a division bench comprising Justice GS Patel and Justice Kamal Khata. The case in question revolved around a writ petition filed by Sonali Ashok Tandle, […]
The Bombay High Court has voiced its concerns over the Maharashtra government’s approach to the 7/11 Mumbai train blasts case, specifically pointing out the state’s perceived lack of seriousness in the matter of appointing a Special Public Prosecutor (SPP). Senior advocate Raja Thakare, who had previously conducted the trial before the sessions court, was initially […]
The Bombay High Court has expressed significant concerns over the manner in which festivals like ‘Dahi Handi’ are celebrated on public roads and squares in Maharashtra. The court has urged the state government to review its existing policies, emphasizing the need to strike a balance between cultural celebrations and public convenience. A division bench comprising […]
The Bombay High Court, presided over by a division bench comprising Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Arif Doctor, recently addressed a situation where a senior lawyer, Jayesh Patel, blamed his junior for the dismissal of a case due to non-appearance. The court, while expressing its displeasure over the senior lawyer’s actions, accepted Patel’s […]
Bombay High Court: Protection Under SC/ST Act Extends Beyond State Boundaries The Bombay High Court, in a landmark judgment, has clarified that the protection accorded to members of Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) under the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, is not confined to the states where they […]
