The Bombay High Court has granted interim protection from arrest to a former student in connection with an event related to GN Saibaba at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS).
The Bombay High Court has advised Vijay Mallya and the SBI-led consortium of banks to 'move on' and resolve their dispute over Mallya's assets, which were attached by the Enforcement Directorate.
The Bombay High Court has ordered Amazon to hand over expired goods to the Maharashtra FDA for disposal, following action against Amazon Retail India's warehouse for allegedly distributing expired food.
A Bombay High Court judge has recused himself from hearing a plea filed by the Congress party challenging Maharashtra's Special Public Security law, which the court deemed 'frivolous'.
The Bombay High Court criticized the FDA for its action against Amazon Retail India's Bhiwandi warehouse, which was accused of sending expired food into the retail market instead of destroying it.
The Bombay High Court, in response to a plea from Amazon, made a remark about 'killing a mosquito with a sword' and offered advice to Maharashtra's food regulator.
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High-profile Indian journalist and Tehelka founder Tarun Tejpal has been sentenced to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping a colleague in 2013. The Bombay High Court upheld his conviction, with the survivor's mother expressing relief at the outcome.
The Bombay High Court has expressed its pain and concern amid an ongoing doctors' strike, questioning the impact on patients by asking, 'Can they bring dead patients back?'
The Bombay High Court has designated an additional 23 fast-track courts to expedite trials related to examination paper leak cases across Maharashtra. This follows an earlier designation of two special courts in Nagpur and Aurangabad.
The Bombay High Court has rejected a Muslim man's petition to be recognized as a Scheduled Caste, a ruling that impacts legal and social classifications within India's caste system.
The Bombay High Court criticized the prevalent issue of littering in Mumbai, noting that the same people who litter locally often use dustbins abroad, and called for strict civic action.
The Bombay High Court has issued an order preventing media outlets from describing late actor Rajesh Khanna's former residence, Aashirwad, as 'haunted' or 'cursed'.
The Bombay High Court has quashed the license suspension of a hotel, stating that a solitary finding of two insects did not justify the continued suspension, and accepted the hotel's undertaking to maintain high standards.
Since July 20, a team of advocates from the Bombay High Court has been offering free legal assistance to students detained during protests held across Mumbai.
The Bombay High Court rebuked Sena Corporator Ramesh Mhatre, questioning his bail petition based on age, noting his aggressive behavior in a video where he assaulted doctors, stating it was surprising the victims survived.
A student from Beed, India, claims to have scored 522 marks but was awarded only 95 by the National Testing Agency (NTA), leading them to file a petition with the Bombay High Court.
A petition has been filed in India's Supreme Court challenging the Bombay High Court's refusal to investigate alleged unlawful procurement of energy contracts by Adani Green Energy Limited.
The Bombay High Court has criticized the police for filing First Information Reports (FIRs) based on complaints from 'strangers,' stating that 'thinking cops are real lords.'
The Bombay High Court has strongly criticized the state of Maharashtra for its "sheer callousness" regarding delays in implementing the Forest Rights Act.
The Bombay High Court has granted interim protection to actress Preity Zinta, citing fundamental rights amid growing concerns over AI-driven impersonation and misuse of her image.
The Bombay High Court has issued an order for the removal of a deepfake video featuring actress Preity Zinta, also instructing platforms to implement measures to prevent the misuse of such technology.
Bollywood actor Salman Khan has received a notice from the Bombay High Court regarding alleged Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norm violations at his housing project in Candolim, Goa, following a public interest litigation.
The Bombay High Court strongly criticized the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for its negligence regarding open manholes, stating it shows 'no value for human lives'.
The Bombay High Court has affirmed CDSL's responsibility to compensate an investor for Rs 86 lakh in lost shares, setting a precedent for investor protection.
The Bombay High Court has ordered reports concerning threats to Justice Patel to be kept in a sealed cover, drawing a parallel to the sensitive nature of 26/11 coverage.
The Bombay High Court has imposed a fine on a police officer for repeatedly denying copies of complaints, despite previous orders mandating their provision.
The Bombay High Court has questioned the state's claims regarding water supply in Melghat, stating that court orders only burden records and demanding to see results. This comes amid ongoing concerns about the region's water situation.
The Bombay High Court has directed a police investigation into what it described as a "grave and serious issue" concerning alleged forged court orders.
The Bombay High Court has nullified an internal committee's findings on a sexual harassment complaint, ruling that a shared autorickshaw not provided by the employer does not constitute a 'workplace' under the POSH Act. The court clarified the definition of a workplace in this context.
The Bombay High Court has issued a stark warning of 'doomsday' if the water project for Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar is allowed to stall, highlighting critical concerns about water supply.
The Bombay High Court ruled that a divorced wife cannot seek increased maintenance after her husband's death, though she can still claim decreed amounts and arrears from his estate.
The Bombay High Court has granted bail to two employees of an exhibition center in connection with drug-related deaths that occurred at a concert in Goregaon.
The Bombay High Court has upheld the compulsory retirement of a Reserve Bank of India employee who was absent without authorization for nearly three years.
Justice Gautam Shirish Patel, a respected former judge of the Bombay High Court, is reportedly facing death threats in connection with an order he issued concerning the Dawoodi Bohra community.
An Air India pilot, who lost his job and marriage, had his license restored by the Bombay High Court after a 15-year wait for justice. He expressed relief at regaining his dignity.
The Bombay High Court has ordered the Maharashtra government to pay Rs 22 lakh in compensation to the family of a patient who died in a mental hospital, citing 'gross negligence'.
The Bombay Bar Association has condemned threats and violence against the family of former Bombay High Court judge Gautam Patel in the UK. The threats are reportedly linked to a 2024 judgment concerning the Dawoodi Bohra community, prompting calls for intervention from the Ministry of External Affairs.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that demanding loan repayment does not constitute abetment to suicide, observing that there was no willful instigation or conspiracy leading to the person's death.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that a wife's refusal to perform daily household chores does not constitute 'mental cruelty' within a marriage, emphasizing a marriage as a partnership of equals.
The Bombay High Court's Aurangabad bench strongly criticized the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation for arbitrarily demolishing properties. The court warned against the adoption of a "bulldozer culture" in Maharashtra, emphasizing the violation of Supreme Court principles.
The Bombay High Court issued a "disturbing" warning to a mother, cautioning her against possessiveness and depriving her 8-year-old son of his father's love.
The Bombay High Court has granted bail to a Nashik engineer, while also raising questions about the Anti-Terrorism Squad's (ATS) claims regarding ISIS funding in the case. This decision marks a significant development in the legal proceedings.
The Bombay High Court has affirmed the conviction of two individuals for assaulting a public servant, emphasizing the seriousness of offenses against public officials.
The Bombay High Court has upheld the 2018 acquittal of 22 individuals accused in the landmark Sohrabuddin Shaikh fake encounter case. This decision reaffirms the lower court's ruling regarding the high-profile incident.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that District Magistrates are well-suited to decide adoption proceedings. This decision clarifies the appropriate authority for handling such legal matters.
A Buddhist monk has ended an eight-month-long protest at the Mumbai University campus after the Bombay High Court intervened, criticizing the 'akhada' (arena) like situation.
The Bombay High Court has refused to stay the release of Riteish Deshmukh's film 'Raja Shivaji,' stating that the title is not derogatory to the status of Shivaji Maharaj.
The Bombay High Court has ruled to allow a US-citizen boy to remain with his mother in India, citing the potential for "irreparable emotional loss" if he were to be separated.
The Bombay High Court has issued a contempt notice to the Director of the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), noting that "even officers in services of the nation have displayed audacity to disobey orders."
The Bombay High Court's verdict on the Asiatic Society polls has drawn attention due to an ongoing dispute between panels involving former Congress and BJP Members of Parliament.
The Bombay High Court has issued a stay on the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) move to take over the YMCA gymnasium and playground located in Mumbai Central.
The Bombay High Court has drawn a line in a case involving the cutting of mangroves in one location and the planting of compensatory trees 400 kilometers away.
Tarun Tejpal's daughter criticized the Goa Bench of the Bombay High Court's ruling as a 'miscarriage of justice,' highlighting the contrasting verdicts from the high court and the trial court.
Tarun Tejpal's daughter alleges that her father was targeted for his investigative journalism after the Bombay High Court sentenced him to 10 years in jail for raping a junior colleague in 2013.
Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj is set to direct a film based on the Tarun Tejpal rape case, adopting a 'Rashomon'-style narrative following the Bombay High Court conviction.
The Bombay High Court has overturned Tarun Tejpal's acquittal in a sexual assault case, sentencing him to ten years of rigorous imprisonment and a substantial fine, citing his apology emails as key evidence.
A headmaster in Pune has been booked by police for neglecting duties related to the School Information Report (SIR), prompting intervention from the Bombay High Court.
The Bombay High Court questioned police regarding their refusal to register an FIR despite murder allegations in the Disha Salian case. Salian, a celebrity manager, died after falling from a Mumbai high-rise in June 2020.
The Bombay High Court has called for "ruthless" action against the dumping of garbage on streets and beaches, questioning whether society is living in a civilized manner.
The Bombay High Court canteen has temporarily halted its services following a visit by FDA officials, though the Bombay Bar Association stated the decision was voluntary.
A Bombay High Court judge made a remark about a fly on his table, highlighting hygiene concerns, after the FDA suspended the license of a prominent Mumbai hotel.
The Bombay High Court reprimanded Sena leader Ramesh Mhatre in a doctors' attack case, noting from the assault video that he 'did not waste even half a second' and continuously hit the doctor.
Indian minister Nitin Gadkari has moved the Bombay High Court against social media content he alleges is defamatory and links him and his family to E20 ethanol blending profits.
The Bombay High Court has designated two special courts to fast-track trials in cases related to paper leaks. This decision comes as students have been protesting against such incidents.
India's Supreme Court has agreed to hear Uttar Pradesh's plea challenging the Bombay High Court's order that absolved a Brahmos engineer of espionage charges.
The Bombay High Court has canceled the bail of Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre in connection with the Dombivli hospital assault case. Mhatre has been ordered to surrender.
A recent ruling by the Bombay High Court is set to significantly alter the landscape of cluster redevelopment for old buildings in Mumbai. This decision could have lasting implications for urban planning and housing projects in the city.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that parents can reclaim property gifted to their children if the condition of the children taking care of them is not met.
The Bombay High Court has ordered a compensation of Rs 60 lakh for the victims of a septic tank incident in Nanded, calling the situation a "blot on society."
The Bombay High Court has stated that Mumbai's flooding is 'our own creation,' attributing it to human actions such as blocking drains and land grabbing, rather than solely blaming the BMC. The court emphasized that footpaths have been turned into food stalls, exacerbating the issue.
The Bombay High Court has deemed the delay in paying retirement dues to BEST employees as "quite disturbing" and ordered the transport undertaking to pay interest, stating that financial constraints are no excuse.
The Bombay High Court's recent remarks on 'horse-trading' and the impermissibility of externing individuals for protesting government policies or raising anti-government slogans have garnered praise from the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena faction.
The Bombay High Court has given its clearance for the redevelopment projects concerning the Bandra Reclamation and Adarsh Nagar layouts, paving the way for their modernization.
The Bombay High Court has sharply criticized Mumbai's civic body, the BMC, for its long-standing inaction regarding potholes and open manholes on the city's roads.
The Indian government clarified that passports have not been considered proof of citizenship, citing the 1967 Act and a Bombay High Court ruling, stating this is not a recent decision.
The Bombay High Court expressed strong disapproval, stating that people should not have to seek court intervention for water access 75 years after independence, urging authorities to avoid excuses.
The Bombay High Court has granted permission for Indian actor Preity Zinta to pursue a deepfake case against Google and Meta, adding to a growing number of legal challenges by Indian actors seeking protection against AI misuse of their identities.
The Bombay High Court has requested a reply from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) regarding a plea from an accused in the Umesh Kolhe murder case to drop charges. Separately, the court also sought NIA's response to Varavara Rao's plea for permanent residency in Hyderabad in the Elgaar Parishad case.
The Bombay High Court has instructed Salman Khan's neighbor in Panvel to remove social media posts made against the actor. This legal development follows an ongoing dispute between the two parties.
The Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court ruled that a man must pay child maintenance even if unemployed, upholding a lower court's order for him to pay Rs 8,000 monthly.
India's Chief Justice met with the High Commissioner in the UK to request protection for a former judge and their family, raising the issue with the Chief Justice of Bombay High Court as the threat reportedly originated in India.
The Bombay High Court has quashed the Union Cabinet's decisions imposing retrospective one-time spectrum charges on telecom operators Airtel and Vodafone Idea. This ruling could provide significant financial relief, estimated at ₹24,000 crore, to the companies.
The daughter of former Bombay High Court judge Gautam Patel was physically assaulted and received death threats at her London home, with the threats linked to a 2024 judgment on the Dawoodi Bohra spiritual leader succession.
A retired Bombay High Court judge and his family in the UK are reportedly facing threats and attacks stemming from his 2024 judgment concerning the spiritual head of the Dawoodi Bohra community.
The Bombay High Court has dismissed conspiracy First Information Reports (FIRs) filed against a Mumbai prosecutor, stating that a public prosecutor is not merely a 'post box' for complaints.
The Bombay High Court has rejected a plea from an IIT law officer seeking permanent employment after 10 years of service, ruling against a 'backdoor entry'.
The Bombay High Court has disposed of a commercial appeal concerning the 2002 film 'Kaante', with Pritish Nandy Communications receiving a Rs 2.55 crore settlement from White Feather Films as per approved consent terms.
The Bombay High Court has upheld the 2018 acquittal of all accused in the 2005 Sohrabuddin Shaikh fake encounter case. The court highlighted significant gaps in the CBI investigation and a lack of direct evidence.
The Bombay High Court expressed surprise at the persistent odour and methane emissions from the Kanjurmarg landfill, despite previous orders, and has requested CCTV surveillance.
Royal descendants and citizens have approached the Bombay High Court to challenge the alleged removal of the Maratha empire map by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT).
The Bombay High Court has quashed a Rs 2-crore bribery First Information Report (FIR) filed by the Lilavati Trust against HDFC Bank CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan.
The Bombay High Court has expressed strong disapproval over a 53-day delay in the release of a rape convict, who had already served 31 years in jail, calling it a 'violation of fundamental rights'.
Fahim Ansari, who was acquitted in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack case, had his plea for police clearance to drive an auto-rickshaw rejected by the Bombay High Court.
The Bombay High Court posed a "million-dollar question" to the Staff Selection Commission director, asking why there was initial disobedience only to apologize later, during a hearing where the director offered an apology.
A former student of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has approached the Bombay High Court seeking pre-arrest bail, citing concerns that an arrest could destroy their career.
The Bombay High Court has requested the Enforcement Directorate's view on Vijay Mallya's 2020 petition, which challenged a court order allowing a bank consortium to use confiscated assets to recover unpaid dues.
Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre has been granted bail by the Bombay High Court in a case involving the assault of doctors, with the court ordering a fast-tracked trial.
The Bombay High Court has meticulously dismantled the trial court's decision to acquit Tarun Tejpal. The article details how the higher court analyzed and rejected the previous ruling.
The Bombay High Court has labeled the FDA's action as 'biased', a claim that Tukaram Mundhe, a prominent official, has vehemently denied, stating 'absolutely not'.
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The Bombay High Court has ordered Meta and Google to remove 'vile' and 'obscene' deepfake posts targeting Union Minister Nitin Gadkari regarding the E20 fuel policy. The court questioned the lack of a system to remove such defamatory content.
The Bombay High Court has questioned why no First Information Report (FIR) was filed in the Disha Salian case, particularly if her father had raised suspicions.
The Bombay High Court dismissed the Food and Drug Administration's 98 percent rating of the Mantralaya canteen as 'laughable' and dispatched a team of four lawyers to re-inspect the premises.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has stopped business at two canteens within the Bombay High Court premises, with the bar association stating the action was taken 'voluntarily'.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that the presence of 'two insects' is not a sufficient reason to keep a 5-star hotel shut. The decision clarifies standards for health and safety closures in the hospitality industry.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that the externment of SDPI workers was 'totally illegal,' questioning the basis for such actions solely on religious affiliation.
Anita Advani, who sought legal recognition for her relationship with late actor Rajesh Khanna, stated that Khanna repeatedly desired a divorce from Dimple Kapadia, but she refused, following the dismissal of Advani's appeal by the Bombay High Court.
The Bombay High Court dismissed a wife's request for interim maintenance of one lakh rupees monthly from her estranged husband, citing her significant professional income and residence abroad, stating high living costs abroad alone are not sufficient grounds.
The Bombay High Court has granted permission for the cutting of 21,022 trees in Maharashtra’s Palghar district to facilitate transmission lines, after considering assurances that the unsatisfactory state of mangrove re-plantation would be addressed.
The Bombay High Court has intervened to protect mangroves, issuing an order for the removal of encroachments at a pond in Kandivali, describing the situation as 'terrible'.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that state and civic officials must pay from their own pockets if they abruptly halt public projects, holding them personally accountable.
The Bombay High Court has denied admission under a rural quota, stating that upbringing is a key factor in governance. The ruling emphasizes the importance of background in shaping individuals for public service roles.
The Bombay High Court expressed alarm over the diminishing green cover in Mumbai, remarking that residents might soon need to carry oxygen cylinders due to severe oxygen scarcity.
A same-sex couple has filed a plea in the Bombay High Court, challenging a tax law to seek gift tax exemption currently available to married heterosexual couples, a move opposed by the Income Tax Department.
The Aurangabad bench of the Bombay High Court has called manual scavenging a 'serious blot on civilised society' and held the state responsible for ensuring ₹30 lakh compensation to victims' families.
The Bombay High Court emphasized that citizens should feel comfortable, not fearful, when entering police stations, as it refused to recall costs imposed on a Palghar police officer.
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The Bombay High Court questioned the legality of externment orders issued for citizens protesting and raising anti-government slogans. The court stated that citizens cannot be made 'slaves of the government' by being externed over protests.
The Bombay High Court has requested details regarding alleged gaps in the BMC's de-concretisation drive, following a series of incidents involving tree falls.
The Bombay High Court has criticized the state government for its delay in enacting the advocates' protection law, highlighting concerns over legal safeguards for lawyers.
The Bombay High Court has expressed concerns regarding the replantation of mangroves as MSETCL seeks approval to fell 847 mangroves for a bullet train-linked transmission line.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that access to clean and potable drinking water is a fundamental right, questioning why citizens in Maharashtra still need to approach courts for this basic necessity after 75 years of independence.
Unaided schools have challenged orders assigning their staff to Booth Level Officer (BLO) duties for the Special Summary Revision (SIR) exercise in the Bombay High Court, citing fears of FIRs and academic disruption.
Lawyer bodies have condemned threats made to a retired Bombay High Court judge and his family, following a violent attack on his daughter in the UK, related to a 2024 Dawoodi Bohra verdict.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that the definition of a legal representative under the Motor Vehicles Act is not limited to only the spouse and children.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that wives are not 'deemed maids' and cannot be accused of cruelty for imperfect household chores, overturning a divorce order and mandating the husband to pay monthly maintenance.
The Bombay High Court acquitted a man previously sentenced to life for his wife's murder, citing that a 'lengthy dying declaration impossible with 96% burns' was unreliable.
The Bombay High Court has issued guidelines to the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), stating that genuine residents cannot be left in 'limbo' due to defective biometric records for their Aadhaar cards.
The Bombay High Court has revised a payout to over Rs 10 crore in a death case that occurred 32 years ago, basing the new compensation on the deceased woman's income in Dubai.
The Bombay High Court has directed the state government to ensure access to water for both human life and cattle in the Melghat region, as the area faces a severe water crisis exacerbated by a 48°C heatwave.
The Bombay High Court has deemed a 30-year-old case filed by ONGC against an 80-year-old retiree as 'arbitrary and high-handed,' leading to its quashing.
The Bombay High Court granted bail to Sharad Kalaskar, convicted in the 2013 murder of Dr. Narendra Dabholkar, citing unreliable witness testimonies and questioning the CBI's investigation.
The Bombay High Court granted bail to Sharad Bhausaheb Kalaskar in the 2013 Narendra Dabholkar murder case, also casting doubt on his identity as the assailant.
The Bombay High Court has stated that dangerous gas emissions and foul odours affecting thousands of residents near the Kanjurmarg landfill are unacceptable.