Bombay High Court ruled that documents like Aadhaar, PAN, or voter ID are only for identification and do not prove Indian citizenship, stressing the Citizenship Act as the main law on nationality.
The Bombay High Court directed the Maharashtra government to provide detailed information on budgetary allocations for medical infrastructure and staffing vacancies in government hospitals. This comes in response to concerns over increased deaths at hospitals due to underfunding and unfilled positions. A hearing is set for January 29.
A Public Interest Litigation filed in the Bombay High Court today (21st Oct) seeks guidelines to tackle black marketing and ticket scalping for major events, particularly concerning the Coldplay concert in Navi Mumbai. Advocate Amit Vyas’s petition highlights issues with ticket sales and urges compliance with consumer protection laws. The case will be heard on November 11.
Today, On 16th August, The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra government for not activating the state advisory board on disabilities, despite previous court orders. The court emphasized the importance of implementing the board’s functions and expressed concern over the government’s inaction. This issue arose during the court’s consideration of challenges faced by disabled individuals, highlighting the broader issue of compliance with disability rights.
The Bombay High Court today dismissed a PIL challenging Maharashtra’s ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana’ scheme, stating it benefits women without discrimination. The court deemed the scheme a valid policy decision beyond judicial interference. The PIL’s arguments about political motivation and discriminatory nature were disregarded, and the court emphasized the scheme’s social welfare intent.
Today, On 2nd August, A PIL filed against Maharashtra’s ‘Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana’ cash benefit scheme, claiming it burdens taxpayers and violates the Representation of People Act. The High Court refused an urgent hearing, stating the matter will be heard as per the auto-listing system. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to eligible women.
The Bombay High Court has expressed serious concern over the rising number of student suicides in higher education, emphasizing the need for immediate action. In response to a Public Interest Litigation, the court highlighted the legal obligation of universities to prioritize student welfare and create a healthy environment to prevent such tragedies.
Today, On 11th July, The Bombay High Court directed the Maharashtra government to make the advisory board for disabled persons functional within a month, emphasizing the government’s duty to proactively implement laws without the need for court orders. The court’s intervention underscores the importance of fulfilling statutory duties and supporting marginalized groups promptly.
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The Bombay High Court emphasized the right to dignified last rites during a PIL hearing on burial ground inadequacies in Mumbai. It highlighted the statutory duty of the Municipal Corporation to provide sufficient burial spaces and directed prompt action. The court also addressed delays in land acquisition, stressing the importance of immediate action by the authorities.
