The Bombay High Court dismissed a petition challenging BJP MLA Rajendra Gavit’s 2024 election win, ruling that polygamy cannot be a reason for disqualification. The court clearly stated, “Polygamy not a ground for disqualification.” Mumbai: The Bombay High Court rejected a petition that sought to invalidate BJP MLA Rajendra Gavit’s victory in the 2024 elections, […]
Following the Mumbra train-fall tragedy, the Bombay High Court proposed installing automatic doors on Mumbai’s suburban trains, stressing the urgent need to curb the rising number of commuter fatalities and enhance passenger safety on overcrowded locals.
The Bombay High Court ruled that comments made by Vinod Kachave about a female colleague’s hair did not constitute sexual harassment. Despite a prior investigation by the Internal Complaints Committee finding him guilty, the Court emphasized the lack of intent and proper evidence. Consequently, it set aside Kachave’s demotion and the ICC’s findings.
The Bombay High Court dismissed on Thursday (19th Dec) Shiv Sena leader Amol Kirtikar’s petition challenging Ravindra Waikar’s election victory by 48 votes in the Mumbai North-West Lok Sabha constituency. Kirtikar alleged election irregularities, particularly regarding tendered votes, but the court found the petition non-maintainable. A detailed order will follow.
The Bombay High Court has summoned all candidates from the Mumbai North-East constituency following a petition by defeated candidate Shahahji N Thorat. Thorat contends that winner Sanjay Dina Patil’s failure to include his mother’s name on his affidavit warrants his disqualification. The next hearing is scheduled for October 23.
The Bombay High Court has issued a notice to MP Ravindra Waikar, requiring him to respond to a petition challenging his victory in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Amol Kirtikar of the opposing faction has filed the petition, claiming irregularities in the vote counting process and seeking the annulment of Waikar’s election.
