Today(on 8th April), The Supreme Court has granted former Mumbai Police officer Pradeep Sharma temporary relief from surrendering to serve a life sentence in a 2006 fake encounter case. The court has requested a response from the Maharashtra government regarding his bail plea. Sharma’s appeal challenges the Bombay High Court’s verdict. The case involves a reversal of acquittal.
Today (4th April): The Bombay High Court dismissed Maharashtra government’s plea for extension in addressing Major Anuj Sood’s widow’s compensation case, criticizing the slow response and emphasizing the widow’s entitlement to relief and allowance as per state policy. The court’s directive precedes the election code of conduct and urged the government to act promptly.
The Bombay High Court has urged the Maharashtra government to prioritize the construction of a new building, stressing the impact of space constraints on judicial functions. Despite persistent requests, the government sought more time to provide progress updates, prompting the court to emphasize the need for prompt action and prioritize the matter.
Bombay High Court on Monday has expressed strong disapproval of the Maharashtra government’s approach to handling illegal structures violating the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms The Bombay High Court on Monday has expressed strong disapproval of the Maharashtra government’s approach to handling illegal structures violating the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms. The court’s criticism points […]
The Supreme Court dismissed Maharashtra government’s petition seeking to stay the Bombay High Court’s acquittal of G N Sai Baba. The High Court ruled the acquittal as well-reasoned and nullified UAPA sanctions. Sai Baba, a former Delhi University professor, and others were acquitted due to failure of prosecution to substantiate allegations of Maoist connections.
Former Delhi University professor GN Saibaba and five associates were acquitted Today by the Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court in a Maoist links case, sparking a legal battle. The Maharashtra government escalated the case to the Supreme Court, emphasizing national security concerns. The case’s complexity, legal scrutiny, and implications for India’s legal landscape are under intense focus.
The Bombay High Court addressed the Maratha quota protests, emphasizing the government’s duty to maintain law and order without requiring specific court orders. The court’s remarks came in response to a petition against the protests, highlighting the government’s authority and responsibility amid escalating violence across Maharashtra.
The Bombay High Court rejected the petitions filed by four Maratha individuals seeking jobs under quota for poor and claimed discriminatory treatment after their applications for judicial service positions were turned down by the Maharashtra government. Maharashtra: The Bombay High Court has dismissed the petitions of four Maratha individuals seeking employment under the Economically Weaker Section […]
The Supreme Court has agreed to consider the plea by Uddhav Thackeray’s faction, challenging the Maharashtra Assembly Speaker’s decision to recognize Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena Bloc as the “real political party” after their split. The Thackeray faction alleges unconstitutional power intrusion and unlawful governance and seeks interim measures to prevent Shinde’s group from participating in Assembly sessions.
The Maharashtra government’s decision to grant Marathas access to Kunbi caste certificates for reservation benefits has sparked a legal battle led by the OBC Welfare Foundation. This move, seen as bypassing established reservation rules, has raised concerns about fairness and policy changes. The court’s decision on February 6 could have significant implications for reservation systems in Maharashtra.
