The Bombay High Court ruled that a Hindu woman in a relationship with a Muslim man has the right to choose her future, despite parental claims of coercion. The court denied custody to the partner but emphasized the woman’s autonomy, allowing her to act according to her wishes after being moved to a shelter.
The Bombay High Court summoned Mehul Choksi, a key accused in the PNB scam, to appear before the court. The court expressed concern about his absence and rejected his petitions, questioning his whereabouts. Choksi’s lawyer argued against his fugitive status, while the ED informed that proceedings to declare him a fugitive are ongoing. The court adjourned the hearing to August 12.
The Bombay High Court today has sought a response from the Maharashtra Government on a bail application by Bhavesh Bhide, director of Ego Media, related to a hoarding collapse in Ghatkopar that resulted in 17 deaths. Justices Dangre and Deshpande have directed the government to address the lack of written grounds for the arrest provided to the accused. The Mumbai police must submit an affidavit by July 26.